Ready to drive environmental sustainability in Scotland’s most ambitious energy infrastructure projects?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is proud to partner with a major UK infrastructure contractor to recruit a Senior Environmental Sustainability Advisor for a landmark energy infrastructure programme based near Peterhead, Scotland.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior environmental role that blends field-based impact, stakeholder influence, and critical infrastructure delivery - all in a role where you can see the tangible results of your work every single day.

Why Peterhead?

Set on Scotland’s dramatic northeast coast, Peterhead offers a unique blend of industry and nature. From rugged shorelines and rich ecology to active harbour life and proximity to remote habitats, it’s an incredible base for environmental professionals who value variety, visibility, and meaningful impact.

This isn’t a desk job — this is a boots-on-the-ground role where your expertise will help protect and enhance the environment while supporting some of the UK’s most vital infrastructure upgrades.

About the Projects

You’ll play a key role across a suite of high-profile energy transmission and substation upgrade projects in the region, including:

• Full replacement of ageing substations and associated demolition
• Delivery of two new-build substations including civil engineering, drainage, and security infrastructure
• Complex underground cabling works and enabling site packages
• With construction activity already underway on some sites, your presence on site will be essential to driving high environmental standards from mobilisation through to delivery

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading environmental and sustainability efforts across multiple active construction sites
• Reviewing and delivering environmental management plans, permits, and consents
• Conducting regular site inspections, audits, toolbox talks and assurance activities
• Advising site teams, senior project managers and construction leads on environmental risks, compliance, and improvement opportunities
• Managing environmental incidents, reporting and corrective actions

What We’re Looking For

• Demonstrable professional experience in environmental management on infrastructure, construction, energy, or linear projects (e.g., rail, highways, utilities, civils)
• Good working knowledge of UK environmental legislation, licensing and compliance processes
• Ability to challenge and influence project teams with credibility and confidence
• Comfortable working on active construction sites, conducting inspections, and identifying issues on the ground
• Excellent reporting, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

What’s on Offer

• A competitive basic salary
• Choice of a Company Car or Car Allowance
• Subsistence Allowance
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Structured training, support and career development opportunities
• Pension scheme, share incentive plan, and other core benefits
• Work in a region with genuine environmental complexity and visibility
• Be part of a supportive, growing team of 25+ environmental sustainability professionals across Scotland

Why Join?

• Critical Project – Work on high-value, nationally significant energy infrastructure upgrades
• Team Culture – Collaborative, technically strong team led by experienced environmental managers
• Career Progression – With strong organisational backing for your growth and development
• Site Impact – You’ll be empowered to lead from the front, influence decisions, and leave a legacy

This is more than just another environmental role - it’s a real chance to shape infrastructure that matters, in a role where your expertise will be recognised and respected.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you ready to take the lead on one of the UK’s most environmentally ambitious infrastructure projects?

We’re supporting a nationally recognised contractor delivering a once-in-a-generation, state-backed power transmission upgrade - part of a major programme to modernise the UK’s energy infrastructure. With extensive ecological sensitivities and a multi-year construction timeline, this is a rare opportunity to step into a strategic, high-profile role with genuine long-term career potential.

As Lead Ecologist, you’ll lead ecological compliance and delivery across this nationally significant Development Consent Order (DCO) scheme. You’ll act as the central point of contact for ecology matter - working closely with the client, statutory bodies (e.g. Natural England, RSPB), consultants, and internal delivery teams to protect biodiversity while supporting sustainable construction.

What you’ll be doing:

• Acting as the project’s ecology lead - primary interface for internal teams, the client, and external regulators
• Managing a small in-house ecology team and supervising subcontract consultants
• Developing and implementing ecological management plans aligned with legal and DCO requirements
• Leading on licensing, protected species compliance, and engagement with key stakeholders
• Supporting Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) delivery and long-term habitat management strategies
• Providing strategic ecological advice to delivery teams - shaping decisions

What we’re looking for:

• Strong ecological knowledge and understanding of UK wildlife legislation
• Prior experience delivering ecological mitigation on live infrastructure or linear construction projects such as Rail, Highways, Utilities.
• Confidence in managing clients, regulators, and multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity with DCO frameworks, BNG, and environmental permitting (desirable)
• Degree in Ecology or a related field (essential); CIEEM membership preferred
• Experience managing teams or leading consultants
• Willingness to be site-based 3 - 4 days per week (Ipswich/Colchester area) with flexible home working

Why this role?

This is a career-defining opportunity to lead on a landmark infrastructure scheme with ecological complexity and national visibility. With long-term project security, regular regulator engagement, and future growth into leadership roles, this role offers the scope, support, and scale to make a meaningful impact.

You’ll join a collaborative, values-driven team at a critical time - helping shape biodiversity outcomes from pre-construction through to post-delivery habitat success.

What’s on offer:

• A very competitive basic salary
• Company car or car allowance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Family private medical insurance
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Permanent, full-time role (40 hours/week) with flexible working culture
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies (including enhanced parental leave)
• Share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you ready to make your mark on one of the UK’s most ambitious renewable energy infrastructure projects?

We’re supporting a Tier 1 contractor delivering a nationally significant underground cabling scheme that will help power the UK’s low-carbon future. This is a rare opportunity to play a hands-on role on a 5-year project that stretches from Scotland down to England.

As Environmental Sustainability Advisor, you’ll be site-based near Hull (initially in pre-construction offices, then moving to a purpose-built construction compound near Market Weighton). You’ll join an established environmental and sustainability team with a strong collaborative culture, working closely with the operations team from day one.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting environmental compliance across site works including construction, civils, archaeology, hydrology and more
• Reviewing planning conditions, management plans, and ensuring permit requirements are met
• Conducting site inspections and monitoring, escalating risks or issues proactively
• Building positive relationships with the operations team and attending weekly progress meetings
• Assisting with documentation and delivery against key sustainability targets (e.g. BNG, carbon reduction, resource efficiency)
• Engaging with local stakeholders and ensuring best practice in community and environmental impact

What we’re looking for:

• Prior experience in a site-based environmental or sustainability role, ideally within infrastructure, civils, utilities, or heavy industry
• Strong working knowledge of UK environmental legislation, permitting, and compliance
• A degree in Environmental Science or a similar related subject—or equivalent practical experience in construction with a transition into sustainability
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel between project sites

Why this role?

This is more than just a job - it’s an opportunity to gain deep, hands-on experience across a diverse portfolio of environmental topics on a nationally strategic energy project. You’ll join a supportive team with clear progression opportunities into Senior Advisor and beyond, as the wider sustainability function continues to grow rapidly.

The working culture is collaborative, down-to-earth, and social - with regular team events and strong buy-in from operations and site teams. You’ll be supported to grow, learn, and thrive in a role that will stretch your skills while supporting the UK’s transition to a greener future.

What’s on offer:

• A competitive basic salary
• Company car
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities
• Long-term career progression on a 5-year nationally significant energy infrastructure project
• Family-Friendly Policies (including enhanced parental leave)
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more
• A supportive and sociable working culture with strong sustainability team presence on site
• The chance to broaden your environmental experience across civils, ecology, archaeology, water, carbon and BNG

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to drive sustainability in one of the UK's most extraordinary natural environments?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is proud to once again partner with a world-leading infrastructure organisation to recruit a Senior Environmental Sustainability Advisor for a landmark major project on the Isle of Skye, Scotland - a place where your career can leave a lasting legacy and your lifestyle can embrace the wild outdoors.

Why Skye?

If you crave adventure alongside a meaningful career, this is your ideal move. Imagine completing your day’s work and stepping straight into untamed mountains, breathtaking coastlines, and abundant wildlife habitats. 

With Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSIs), protected marine environments, and ancient landscapes all around you, Skye offers a truly unique setting for environmental professionals ready to make a tangible impact.

About the Project

You’ll join the Fort Augustus to Skye Reinforcement Project - a critical upgrade to Scotland’s energy infrastructure that is working to safeguard environmental habitats while delivering sustainable energy solutions. This role is project critical and will play a key part in supporting sustainability actions across one of the UK's most environmentally sensitive construction programmes.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the Environmental Manager and project teams to deliver environmental management plans, actions, and sustainability objectives on a major infrastructure project
• Driving compliance with environmental legislation, consents, permits, and planning conditions
• Managing on-site environmental risk, helping to mitigate impacts on land, watercourses, and habitats
• Leading day-to-day environmental assurance activities, including inspections, audits, and incident investigations
• Engaging with regulatory authorities, landowners, and project stakeholders to maintain positive relationships
• Mentoring and supporting more junior Environmental Advisors and Graduates where required
• Contributing to habitat restoration, land management, and peatland protection efforts
• Advising on ecology, water management, flood risk, and civil construction activities on site

Why Join?

• Incredible Location - Be based in one of the UK's most stunning and ecologically rich regions
• Accommodation Provided - Self-contained en-suite pods on Skye, fully equipped for a comfortable stay
• Career Advancement - Join a business committed to developing and promoting environmental professionals with genuine long-term progression available
• Work-Life Balance - Flexible working patterns (minimum of 3–4 nights per week based on-site in Skye)
• Team Culture - Supportive, close-knit project teams focused on collaboration and shared success
• Meaningful Impact - Work on a project where your expertise will directly help protect Scotland’s landscapes for future generations

What We’re Looking For:

• Demonstrable professional experience in environmental management on infrastructure, construction, energy, or linear projects (e.g., rail, highways, utilities)
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, consenting, Section 37 conditions, and compliance monitoring
• Good understanding of ecology, habitat management, flood risk, watercourse protection, and civil engineering activities
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills - able to liaise with site teams, clients, regulators, and landowners
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Passion for sustainability and an appreciation for working outdoors in remote, rugged environments

What’s on Offer:

• A competitive Basic Salary
• Company Car
• Subsistence Allowance
• Accommodation Provided in private en-suite pods on Skye
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• The Chance to Work in One of the UK’s Most Beautiful Natural Environments
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities
• Career Progression - opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Family-Friendly Policies (including enhanced parental leave)
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

This is more than just a job - it’s a career-defining opportunity to deliver environmental excellence while experiencing one of the wildest, most awe-inspiring places in the UK.

Ready to take your Environmental career to the next level and your weekends to new heights? Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you passionate about Health and Safety and looking for a role where you can make a real difference in a healthcare environment?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is delighted to be partnering with a leading healthcare provider in South East London who are seeking an experienced Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Manager to join their dedicated team. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the HSE strategy and culture within a renowned organisation known for its pioneering approach to patient care.

With a significant focus on enhancing safety standards and environmental impact monitoring, this role is integral to ensuring the safety and well-being of both staff and patients.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading and coordinating Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance across all healthcare and charity shop locations
• Managing policies and procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and best practices
• Conducting safety audits, incident investigations, and risk assessments, promoting a proactive safety culture
• Offering guidance and advice on Health & Safety matters
• Enhancing the environmental monitoring process, reporting on impacts, and implementing strategies to reduce environmental risks
• Taking ownership of the Health & Safety Committee and Green Group content, working collaboratively to promote a culture of safety and sustainability

Why Join?

• Make a Real Impact - Be part of a passionate team making a difference to patients and the community
• Autonomy & Responsibility - Lead HSE strategy with the support of a committed team and external experts
• Career Growth - Develop your career in a well-established healthcare organisation that supports personal and professional development
• Flexibility - Hybrid working with flexible hours (36 hours a week) and four days on-site and one day working from home on average

What We’re Looking For:

• A relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent)
• IOSH membership (Ideally Cert IOSH or Tech IOSH as a minimum)
• Proven experience in managing Health & Safety within a Healthcare, Charity, Social Housing or similar environment
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
• A proactive and pragmatic approach to Health and Safety management, balancing patient-centred care with compliance
• Familiarity with environmental monitoring and reporting (desirable but not essential)

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary of £57,000
• Employer Pension Contribution (5%)
• Flexible working and flexible hours (36 hours a week)
• Competitive annual leave rising with service
• Wellbeing programme including yoga / pilates classes
• Life assurance scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Annual staff social events
• Ongoing training and development
• A collaborative and supportive working environment within a pioneering healthcare organisation

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced HSE professional to make a tangible impact in a meaningful and rewarding environment.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) - Global Recruitment Experts within Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you passionate about protecting our planet while working in one of the most breathtaking locations in the UK? 

Do you dream of a career where your work leaves a lasting environmental legacy - while your weekends are spent exploring rugged coastlines, dramatic mountain ranges, and thriving wildlife habitats?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is delighted to be partnering with a world-leading infrastructure organisation to recruit a Senior Environmental Sustainability Manager for a landmark project on the Isle of Skye, Scotland - a place where sustainability meets adventure.

Why Skye?

If you're an outdoor enthusiast, this is the ultimate career move. Imagine finishing work and stepping straight into some of the UK’s most spectacular hiking trails. Encounter white-tailed eagles, dolphins, and seals as part of your daily surroundings. With protected marine environments, Sites of Special Scientific Interest, and ancient landscapes at your doorstep, this is an unparalleled location for an environmental professional to make an impact.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading and mentoring Environmental Sustainability Advisors, Coordinators, and Graduates
• Driving sustainability action plans and shaping key project decisions through data, assessments, audits, and incident findings
• Managing and reporting all environmental incidents, ensuring compliance with regulations and permitting requirements
• Supporting environmental risk management across major power transmission and distribution projects
• Identifying and promoting innovative environmental solutions to enhance sustainability outcomes
• Delivering Environmental and Sustainability training across project teams and supply chain partners

Why Join?

• Incredible Location - Work on a project in one of the most scenic and ecologically significant regions of the UK
• Career Progression - Join a forward-thinking company with strong opportunities for development
• Autonomy & Flexibility - While the role requires you to be on Skye full-time, staggered start/finish times offer work-life balance
• Community & Lifestyle - Be part of a close-knit professional team while immersing yourself in island life

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience in Environmental and Sustainability Management within major infrastructure or construction projects
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, permitting, and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop junior team members
• A passion for sustainability - and ideally, an appreciation for the great outdoors!

What’s On Offer?

• A Competitive Basic Salary
• Car Allowance
• Subsistence allowance (depending on your current location)
• Accommodation on the Isle of Skye provided
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• The Chance to Work in One of the UK’s Most Beautiful Natural Environments
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities
• Career Progression - opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Family-Friendly Policies (including enhanced parental leave)
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

This is more than just a job - it’s a lifestyle opportunity for an Environmental Sustainability leader who wants to combine their career with an unrivalled outdoor experience.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) – Global Recruitment Experts in Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you looking for a role where you can shape the future of major developments?

Are you passionate about Health and Safety and looking for a role where you can drive real change across large scale projects?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is delighted to be partnering with a leading Construction organisation who are going through an exciting period of growth to recruit a new Health and Safety Manager to support the Safe delivery of long term infrastructure and development projects.

With a strong pipeline of nationally significant projects, this is an opportunity to embed best practices and influence the future of some of the UK’s most ambitious developments.

You will be based from one of their closest regional offices with regular travel to sites across the South East.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting the delivery of multi-phase development projects, ensuring best-in-class Health and Safety standards
• Providing expert Health and Safety guidance across construction, infrastructure, and operational phases
• Conducting site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews
• Engaging with contractors, local authorities, and senior stakeholders to promote a proactive Safety culture
• Shaping and implementing policies that align with both regulatory requirements and industry best practices

Why Join?

• Make an Impact - Play a key role in the Safety of large-scale projects
• Career Growth - Work in a forward-thinking organisation with opportunities for future progression available
• Flexibility & Autonomy - Flexible working with the ability to manage your own schedule
• Great Benefits - Competitive salary and car allowance, generous annual bonus scheme, industry leading pension scheme and more

What We’re Looking For:

• NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate (NEBOSH Diploma preferred)
• Experience in Construction and ideally large scale development projects
• Membership of IOSH or APS
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence at all levels
• A proactive and pragmatic approach to Health and Safety management

What’s On Offer:

• A competitive basic salary of £55,000 - £60,000
• A car allowance of £8,000
• A generous annual bonus scheme based on company and personal performance up to 20%
• All travel expenses covered
• Private healthcare scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with 3 extra days per year gifted over the Christmas period
• Life Assurance - 4 x annual salary
• Pension scheme with 10% employer contribution
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme
• A collaborative working environment with a strong Safety culture

This is an exciting opportunity for a Health & Safety Manager looking to make a tangible difference in the delivery of major UK developments.

Apply now through Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) - Global Recruitment Experts within Sustainability, ESG & HSE.

Are you an experienced Sustainability Manager in Construction passionate about driving Sustainability initiatives and Environmental standards?

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is excited to be exclusively partnering with a leading Construction organisation in London who are going through an exciting period of growth to recruit for their first in house Sustainability Manager to work as a pivotal role within their company.

This position offers the unique opportunity to take the lead on Sustainability from day one within the organisation with essentially a blank piece of paper to create a strategy and vision for the organisation moving forward.

The role is based from their London head office with regular travel to sites within the London area and with the flexibility to work from home.

The Sustainability Manager will be responsible for:

• Offering pre-construction and onsite support for Sustainability certifications, including BREEAM, SKA, LEED, and WELL
• Providing training to internal staff and project teams on a range of Sustainability topics
• Assisting in embedding robust procedures to support delivery teams in achieving Sustainability goals
• Providing specific support for Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQ) and tenders
• Supporting and managing carbon targets and initiatives, including accurate reporting

To be considered for this role, you should have:

• Previous experience in Sustainability management within a Construction / Fit Out environment, particularly around BREEAM, bids and tenders and carbon
• A recognised certification such as LEED or BREEAM AP
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain sustainability concepts and to present to various internal and external stakeholders
• Be a self-starter, with the motivation and ambition to deliver within a fast paced and growing organisation

What’s on offer:

• A competitive basic salary of £70,000 - £80,000 depending on experience
• An expansive benefits package including a bonus scheme, private medical insurance for you and your family, life assurance, income protection and a competitive pension scheme
• The opportunity to work on a range of diverse and prestigious Construction projects across London
• A varied role with genuine opportunity for growth and career progression within a rapidly expanding organisation

If this opportunity aligns with your career goals, please apply now through our retained search partners Sustainable Futures Group.

Are you looking for a role where you can truly influence change?

Join one of the UK’s fastest-growing retailers as a Health & Safety Manager and be part of a company that values safety, supports career progression, and listens to its people.

Sustainable Futures Group (SFG) is excited to be exclusively partnering with a well established Retailer in the UK who are going through an exciting period of growth to recruit two Health and Safety Managers to join their wider safety team.

This isn’t just another Health and Safety role – it’s a chance to work hands-on across both stores and distribution centres, engage with senior leadership and help shape strategic policies that make a real difference.

The role is based from their head office in Esher with regular travel (1-2 days a week) to sites within England, Wales and Scotland and with the flexibility to work from home.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Getting out to stores & distribution centres – no two weeks will be the same
• Investigating incidents, conducting audits, and delivering training
• Working on strategic projects to improve policies and compliance
• Supporting teams with risk assessments and ensuring a strong safety culture

Why This Role?

• You’ll be heard – Safety is a priority at board level, and your ideas will matter
• You’ll grow – Clear progression path with internal progression structures in place and with promotions typically within 24 months
• You’ll have balance – Hybrid working with flexibility
• You’ll enjoy the perks – Company car, fuel card, 30 days' AL, free on-site gym & more

What We’re Looking For:

• NEBOSH Diploma (or NEBOSH Certificate with extensive experience)
• Multi-site experience in Retail, Warehousing, or Distribution
• The ability to influence and engage at all levels within the organisation
• Someone who wants to be part of a fast-moving, supportive team

What’s On Offer:

• A competitive basic salary of £55,000 - £65,000 plus attractive benefits package including in-store discount
• Company car and fuel card with all travel expenses paid
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• A varied role with genuine opportunity for growth and career progression within a rapidly expanding organisation
• Modern and dynamic office workplace, with free on-site gym, coffee bar and staff canteen, free parking with free electric car charging and an already strong safety culture in place to build upon

If you’re ambitious and ready for your next challenge, this is the role for you. Please apply now through our retained search partners Sustainable Futures Group.

Work for a Leading SHEQ Team: Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality (SHEQ) Advisor Position Available!

Are you a passionate Health and Safety Advisor looking to make a meaningful impact by promoting best practices in Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality?

We are excited to be recruiting a SHEQ Advisor to join a specialist contractor in the utilities and civil engineering sector. You will be joining a dedicated and experienced team, supporting regional site teams and fostering a strong safety culture.

Reporting directly to the SHEQ Manager, you will play a key role in improving safety standards across the business by providing expert advice and hands-on support.

This is an excellent opportunity to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment where safety and environment is at the forefront of operations.

The SHEQ Advisor will be responsible for:

• Providing expert SHEQ advice and support to regional teams.
• Conducting inspections, audits, and investigations.
• Developing and improve SHEQ policies and procedures.
• Delivering on-site H&S training.
• Carrying out contractor audits and approvals.

To be considered for this SHEQ Advisor role you should have:

• NEBOSH Construction or General Certificate
• Safety experience within a Civils, Utilities, Rail or Construction environment
• Strong risk assessment and policy writing skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within a region

What’s on offer:

• A competitive salary of up to £45,000
• A company car or car allowance of £4000
• Career progression and professional development opportunities
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements with regular travel to sites in the region and the opportunity to work from home
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, healthcare scheme, and wellbeing support

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to setting high standards in Safety and the Environment.

If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a safer and healthier workplace, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and be part of a team committed to excellence in SHEQ!