Head of Environmental Delivery and Operations

Aberdeen Source: WhatJobs

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Overview

In this role you will lead environmental delivery for SSEN Transmission, shaping strategy and ensuring compliance across construction, commissioning and asset management. You will head a multidisciplinary team, drive environmental performance, and maintain strong relationships with regulators and planners. The role focuses on delivering responsible, compliant outcomes at scale, aligning environmental work with business priorities. You will work in a hybrid setup from Scotland, contributing to SSE’s mission of clean, affordable electricity.

Pay / Benefits

discretionary performance-related bonus
car/car allowance (if applicable)
flexible first options
private healthcare discounts
gym membership discounts
online GP and 24/7 counselling service in wellbeing package

Responsibilities

Set and lead the environmental strategy for project delivery and operations, ensuring statutory obligations and commitments are met
Lead, develop and coordinate a multi-disciplinary team across construction and operations
Oversee environmental delivery from construction through handover and discharge of consent conditions
Own and improve the Environmental Management System, compliance arrangements and performance measures
Plan and deliver reporting and improvement initiatives based on data-driven risk analysis
Manage environmental consultancy and contractor performance and maintain relationships with regulators and authorities

Key requirements

In-depth knowledge of environmental management, legislation and consenting for major infrastructure
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams on major capital projects
Experience developing or managing environmental systems, compliance processes and reporting
Strong commercial and organisational skills including contract, consultancy and financial management
Degree in environmental or planning discipline and membership of IEMA or RTPI