Location
Leyland and Thornton facilities, Lancashire. The role can be based at either site but travel to the other site will be required on a weekly basis.
Hours
Full time, hours as per company operations.
Salary
£41,070.10 per year
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Operations team at Lancashire Renewables Ltd. As an Environmental Advisor, you will provide direct support to the SHEQ Manager to achieve industry-leading levels of environmental management and compliance. Your responsibilities will include ensuring adherence to company quality systems and all relevant legislative requirements. You will play a key role in maintaining high standards across both waste treatment facilities, helping to deliver sustainable waste processing and environmental performance.
About the Company
Lancashire Renewables Ltd operates two waste treatment facilities in Thornton and Leyland, manned 365 days a year. Together, these sites process over 5,000 tonnes of residual household waste weekly and divert 95% from landfill. The company is committed to sustainability, employee development, and fostering a positive, supportive work environment with a strong focus on health, safety, and wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion are core values, ensuring fair treatment and equal opportunity for all employees.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Company contributory pension scheme matched up to 5%
27 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays, increasing to 31 days after 5 years
Death in Service cover – 4 x salary
Free on-site car parking
Company sick pay scheme – up to 26 weeks dependent on length of service
Cycle to work scheme
Role-specific training
Benefits portal including lifestyle savings and discounts
Health Cash Plan
Employee Assistance Programme
All required PPE and relevant equipment supplied
Experience
Relevant experience in waste, manufacturing, chemical, or a comparable operational environment is essential. Experience liaising with and reporting to the Environment Agency, including preparing reports and resolving resulting actions, is required. A good working knowledge of environmental permit reporting requirements and Environment Agency notifications is also necessary.
Qualifications
Hold an IEMA Foundation Certificate in Environmental Management or an equivalent qualification, or a CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 4 qualification in Medium Risk Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment and Transfer.
About You
You are proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining high environmental standards. You have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team. You are adaptable to working across two sites and committed to supporting the company’s sustainability goals.
