Job summary
We are looking to recruit an Environment & Sustainability Manager to lead, monitor and report on the environmental management of the organisation and the sustainable aspects of the Trust's operational services. Investigate, implement and review the environmental aspects, impacts and management of the hospital built environment. The post-holder will also be responsible for ensuring that the Trust meets statutory and best practice guidelines associated with:
The NHS England's Delivering a Net Zero NHS.
The Climate Change Act 2008.
Environment Act 2021
Environmental Protection Act 1990
Relevant Health Technical Memorandum (HTM's)
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information before applying for this role.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information before applying for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information before applying for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree, or equivalent, in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- 5 years relevant experience in an sustainability and/or environmental management position
- Experience of implementing change to existing practices across an organisation
- Experience of negotiating with external consultants and/or contractors
Skills
Essential
- High level of oral and written communication and influencing skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to liaise effectively at all levels within an organisation and with regulatory and other statutory bodies
- Excellent computer skills with thorough understanding of Microsoft Office and monitoring/reporting software
- Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative and set priorities with minimal guidance
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Able to manage and co-ordinate the activities of others
- Excellent project management skills
- Ability to interpret data to identify inconsistencies and trends
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of sustainability impact assessments, carbon footprinting and developing and implement green strategies and policies.
- Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety and use of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
- Up to date knowledge of sustainability, environmental and waste legislation and regulations
Other Requirements
Essential
- Be prepared to undertake any training to meet the development of the post
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree, or equivalent, in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Environmental Engineering or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- 5 years relevant experience in an sustainability and/or environmental management position
- Experience of implementing change to existing practices across an organisation
- Experience of negotiating with external consultants and/or contractors
Skills
Essential
- High level of oral and written communication and influencing skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to liaise effectively at all levels within an organisation and with regulatory and other statutory bodies
- Excellent computer skills with thorough understanding of Microsoft Office and monitoring/reporting software
- Ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
- Ability to work as part of a team or on own initiative and set priorities with minimal guidance
- Excellent problem solving skills
- Able to manage and co-ordinate the activities of others
- Excellent project management skills
- Ability to interpret data to identify inconsistencies and trends
Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge of sustainability impact assessments, carbon footprinting and developing and implement green strategies and policies.
- Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety and use of Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
- Up to date knowledge of sustainability, environmental and waste legislation and regulations
Other Requirements
Essential
- Be prepared to undertake any training to meet the development of the post
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
