ESG Officer - Penrith, United Kingdom - Viberoptix

Description

Viberoptix Ltd deliver frontline services to fibre network providers across the UK and Ireland and we are seeking an ESG Officer to join our Environmental, Sustainability and Governance team.

You will work in a friendly and progressive company with opportunities for personal and professional development with our team based in Penrith, Cumbria.

The Job Role:

You will report into the ESG Manager and will assist in the design, implementation and delivery of the Environmental, Sustainability and Governance strategy for Viberoptix. Passionate about this field of work, you will use your knowledge and influencing skills to inspire a cultural transformation and the integration of environmentally sustainable behaviours and tools across operational and functional areas.

• Support the design and build teams with environmental matters, including input into mapping for the network design
• Liaise with specialist contractors regarding the submissions of applications for permission to build fibre network while adhering to environmental regulations
• Provide reporting on ESG matters to the ESG Manager, highlighting any areas of concern
• Be an advocate for all ESG areas throughout the business, helping to implement and ensure governance of initiatives
• Engage with the local authorities, councils and communities to promote Viberoptix and the ESG work
• Partner with key stakeholders & functional experts across the Business to ensure the effective communication of our environmental, sustainability and governance agenda
• Assist on delivery of Carbon reduction strategies
• Coach, mentor and manage the project implementation teams to deliver business sustainability goals and objectives
• Build cross functional relationships within the value stream to build trust to challenge the current state. Strong understanding of change management to build momentum and buy-in for operational changes across the business
• Assist with the continuous improvement of our ISO Integrated Management Systems, with a key focus on ISO 14001
• Adherence to all Health and Safety regulations

The Person:

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role
• Ability to influence and communicate well within all levels of the organization
• Demonstrable ability to lead in a complex environment, energizing teams and executing strategic projects
• Knowledge of mapping software, e.g. Arc or equivalent
• Proven ability to drive and manage change initiatives
• Ability to successfully motivate and maintain high moral, employee involvement, safety and teamwork
• Full valid driver licence

Company Benefits:

• Training and Development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life insurance Scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Contributory pension scheme

Additional Information:

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and requirements. The nature of the organisation is such that it will evolve as it operates and the nature of duties, tasks, knowledge and skills required for this post may develop and change in time.

Viberoptix is an equal opportunities employer.