Sustainability Manager


Location
Salary
£49,387 - £56,515 pa/pr
Profession
Manager
Grade
Band 7
Deadline
02 Nov 2026
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
19 Oct 2026
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Job requirements

Essential

25 listed

Requirements the employer expects applicants to meet.

  • Knowledge

    In-depth specialist knowledge of sustainability, energy and environmental-management principles and practice

  • Knowledge

    In-depth knowledge and understanding of relevant UK environmental and energy legislation

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of the NHS sustainability agenda, national net zero requirements and relevant NHS contractual expectations

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of the environmental effects of organisational operations and service delivery

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of carbon accounting, environmental performance monitoring and sustainability reporting principles

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of energy management and energy efficiency principles

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of project and programme management principles

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of financial appraisal, project costing, benefits assessment and return-on-investment principles

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of climate-change mitigation and adaptation

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of sustainability considerations within construction, estates and refurbishment activity

  • Experience

    Significant relevant experience in sustainability, energy, environmental management, Waste Management or a closely related field

  • Experience

    Experience of applying specialist sustainability procedures and practices within a complex organisation

  • Experience

    Experience of producing reports or presentations

  • Experience

    Experience of managing and manipulating data using spreadsheets

  • Experience

    Experience of developing or implementing organisational policies, strategies, plans or procedures

  • Experience

    Experience of analysing complex environmental, energy or sustainability information and developing recommendations

  • Experience

    Experience of working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders

  • Experience

    Experience of producing complex reports, briefings and presentations for senior or non-specialist audiences

  • Experience

    Experience of leading organisational change or service improvement involving multiple teams or services

  • Experience

    Experience of developing and monitoring performance indicators and reporting progress against objectives

  • Experience

    Experience of contributing to project costing, benefits analysis, business cases or return-on investment assessments

  • Qualifications

    Educated to degree level in a relevant subject, or able to demonstrate an equivalent level of specialist knowledge acquired through education, training and substantial relevant experience

  • Qualifications

    Specialist sustainability, environmental or energy management training, qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience

  • Qualifications

    Membership of a relevant professional body, such as IEMA, the Energy Managers Association, CIWM or an equivalent body or willingness to attain

  • Qualifications

    Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to sustainability, energy, waste management or environmental management

Desirable

10 listed

Additional qualities the employer would prefer.

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of relevant environmental management systems or accreditation standards

  • Knowledge

    Track record of successfully delivering sustainability projects with demonstrable service or quality improvement and financial benefits

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of sustainability targets and reporting requirements e.g Delivering a Net Zero NHS, Net Zero Travel and Transport Strategy, Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme and Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting

  • Knowledge

    Knowledge of NHS Health Technical Memorandi (e.g HTM 07-01)

  • Experience

    Experience of undertaking or coordinating energy, environmental or sustainability surveys and producing action plans

  • Experience

    Track record of developing and delivering sustainability, energy or carbon-reduction programmes

  • Experience

    Experience of working with budgets

  • Experience

    Experience of performance management and achievement of challenging targets

  • Qualifications

    Relevant postgraduate qualification

  • Qualifications

    Relevant project or programme-management qualification

Job overview

Working with our Estates, Facilities and Sustainability team, you’ll lead important work that helps reduce environmental impact and supports a healthier future for our communities. You'll play a key role in delivering our Green Plan, helping the organisation achieve its sustainability and net zero goals while ensuring services continue to meet the needs of patients and colleagues.

This is a varied role where you’ll work with teams across the organisation and external partners to turn sustainability ambitions into practical action. You’ll provide expert advice, lead improvement projects, monitor environmental performance and help embed sustainable ways of working.

Main duties of the job

  • Lead the development and delivery of the organisation’s Green Plan and sustainability programme
  • Provide specialist advice on sustainability, environmental management and net zero initiatives
  • Analyse environmental data and produce reports that support informed decision-making
  • Work with stakeholders to deliver carbon reduction, energy efficiency and waste improvement projects
  • Manage and support sustainability team members while promoting a positive learning culture
  • A degree or equivalent experience in sustainability, environmental management or a related field
  • Experience delivering sustainability initiatives within a complex organisation
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to influence and engage a wide range of people
  • Knowledge of environmental legislation, carbon reporting and sustainability best practice
  • A proactive approach, with the ability to analyse information and drive positive change

We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to contribute

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to this job for more information.

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

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