RG Setsquare is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading national facilities management and public services provider for an exciting and genuinely impactful position at a high-security custodial facility in Staffordshire.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced sustainability professional to take ownership of a site-level sustainability agenda within a complex, regulated FM environment. You will be the driving force behind environmental performance, climate resilience planning, and social value delivery at a nationally significant site - embedding green thinking into everyday operations.
Our client is unable to be named at this stage of the process, but full details will be shared with shortlisted candidates. What we can tell you is that this is a well-established, values-led business with a genuine commitment to sustainability - and this role sits at the heart of that ambition.
What You'll Be Doing
Reporting into the site's senior leadership team, you will:
Develop, maintain and implement the site's Sustainability Plan - including targeted action plans across energy, water and environmental performance
Lead sustainability activity across FM services, driving innovation, behaviour change and responsible resource management
Monitor and report performance against sustainability requirements, Government commitments and contract KPIs
Maintain and support environmental management systems in line with ISO 14001
Identify opportunities for new technologies and approaches that improve sustainability outcomes and climate resilience
Collect, analyse and report data across energy, water, waste, carbon and transport to drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to reduce consumption, emissions and waste
Support the delivery and reporting of social value initiatives, chairing onsite working groups and engaging with corporate social value teamsWhat We're Looking For
You'll be a strong match for this role if you bring:
Proven experience in environmental or sustainability management - ideally within an FM, public services or government-contracted environment
Solid knowledge of environmental compliance requirements and ISO 14001 systems
A track record of successfully delivering sustainability or environmental improvement projects
Familiarity with social value frameworks in Government procurement
Strong analytical skills and confidence in producing clear, data-driven sustainability reports
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills - with the ability to influence and engage multidisciplinary teams
Full UK driving licenceSecurity Clearance
Due to the nature of the site, this role requires HMPPS Enhanced Level 2 vetting. This process includes an enhanced DBS check, identity verification, three-year residency proof, full employment history verification, and criminal conviction checks. Candidates must be comfortable with this process prior to applying.
What's on Offer
In addition to a competitive salary of £52,000, the successful candidate will benefit from:
23 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days
Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
Extensive learning and development - including 1,100+ internal courses, funded qualifications, apprenticeships and mentoring
Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app and 24/7 virtual GP access
30% discount at leisure centres and discounts across 1,000+ retailers
Paid volunteering day and charitable giving schemes
An inclusive culture with active employee networks supporting LGBTQIA+ colleagues, women, parents, carers, veterans, people with disabilities, and moreHow to Apply
To be considered, please submit your CV, clearly demonstrating your sustainability management experience. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly by our team and provided with full information about the client and site ahead of interview.
RG Setsquare specialises in facilities management recruitment across the UK. We work with some of the most respected FM contractors and public sector clients in the country, placing professionals at every level.
Apply now and take the next step in your sustainability career.
RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy
Salary description
£50000.00 - £52000.00 per year