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Environmental Officer About The Environmental Officer Role ABP Yetminster is looking to recruit an Environmental Officer to take responsibility for overseeing the environmental performance of the site. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate, with a keen interest in sustainability and the environment and no previous experience is necessary, as we will support to develop and grow with the role. You will report directly to the Site Manager. Hours of Work : Monday to Friday 8.00am to 5.00pm including breaks. You need to live with reasonable travel distance to the site. About Us Over the last 35 years our business has grown to become one of the worlds leading food production companies. Its our commitment to quality and our determination to surpass expectation thats earned us our market-leading position. As one of Europes leading agri food businesses, operating sustainably goes to the very core of our business. You will have a very active role in helping ABP achieve our 2030 Environmental Targets enabling us to align ourselves with the UN SDGs and COP21. We have already established science-based targets and further pledges to help us become the most environmentally responsible company we can be. ABP -Yetminster is one of two sites within ABP specialising in the production of premium quality lamb products. Producing a full range of high-quality lamb and mutton from whole carcass to graded cuts for retail and food service customers. This includes Dorset Crown which is a range of premium products local to the area which are processed and packed at the Yetminster site. Environmental Officer Responsibilities Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and keep up to date with British, European Legislation. Ensure compliance with the requirements for the site EA permit, Keep ISO 1400 standards relevant and up to date with the sites activities, Carry out and submit all weekly, monthly, bi-annual, and annual ISO 14001 reports and paperwork in accordance with group standard, Coordinate all aspects of pollution control, waste management, recycling, environmental Health, conservation, and renewable energy. Lead the implementation of environmental policies and practices Liaise with relevant bodies such as EA, local authorities, and public bodies Audit, analyse and report environmental performance to management and regulatory bodies. Promote and raise awareness, at all levels of the organisation, of the impact of emerging environmental issues Implement best practice in areas of corporate, ethical, and social responsibility and address any issues arising Preparing reports for the company, environmental agencies, and government bodies. Develop and implement environmental management systems to continually improve the impact of the organisation on the environment Train staff at all levels on environmental issues and responsibilities Participate in environmental education and research Support and drive the environmental community engagement activities such as tree plant, and other similar activities Manage the sites surrounds including grassed areas and planted borders through ABPs groundsman or external support Take responsibility for all site project budgets relating to environmental spend Ensure the weekly running cost of the WWTP is monitored Understand and report on, the overall cost of utilities in the business The Ideal Candidate Previous experience of working within a manufacturing environment preferably but not essential Educated to degree level or Higher Education level an environmental qualification is not necessary as we will support you in achieving this qualification. Have the desire to progress and learn more Excellent IT skills and familiar with Microsoft Excel An effective communicator and good interpersonal skills Take the lead Have the courage to challenge others in a professional and constructive manner Self-motivated with a positive outlook A Team Player Focused on attention to detail and maintaining high standards Drive Performance Commercial Mindset Salary & Benefits £38,000 to £40,000 dependent on experience KPI Bonus : of up to £1,000 on the successful completion of KPIs. As well as investing in your development we offer lots of other great benefits including: An Employee Assistance program Free parking Excellent training and development opportunities Cycle to work scheme Discounted Gym membership Car leasing, mobile phone and computer discount schemes Life Assurance Subsidised canteen Annual holiday entitlement increasing through length of service