Environmental Advisor

Job Description

Ready to help protect the environment on one of the UK’s most complex construction sites? Want to be part of a team that ensures standards are upheld every day? At EDF, we know that Success is Personal – and this is your opportunity to shape yours.

The Opportunity

As an Environmental Advisor at Hinkley Point C, you’ll play a key role in managing environmental compliance across one of Europe’s largest construction projects. You’ll provide expert advice, challenge standards, and drive best practice as we support the journey towards An Electric Britain.

You’ll join us on a salary starting of £56,506 per annum, with the potential for an annual bonus. This is a site-based role at #HinkleyPointC in #Bridgwater, where you’ll work closely with contractors, consultants, and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

From leading site inspections to supporting audits and incident investigations, you’ll influence how environmental standards are maintained. You’ll gain valuable experience on a nationally significant project while developing your expertise in construction environmental compliance.

Who You Are

As an Environmental Advisor, you bring proven experience in environmental compliance within construction environments and can apply legislation confidently on site. Are you experienced in…?

  • Managing environmental compliance and permits on construction sites
  • Working within an environmental management system aligned to ISO 14001 standards
  • Conducting site inspections and identifying environmental risks or non-compliance
  • Interpreting and applying environmental legislation to site activities
  • Working in construction or consultancy environments with contractors
  • Building relationships with regulators or relevant external bodies
  • Holding a degree in an environmental or related discipline

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Conducting site inspections and reporting environmental risks or issues
  • Providing advice on environmental legislation, permits, and compliance
  • Reviewing environmental management plans, risk assessments, and method statements
  • Supporting audits and investigations into environmental incidents
  • Maintaining environmental records and supporting continuous improvement

Pay, Benefits and Culture

Alongside a starting salary of £56,506 per annum, potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more.

At EDF, we believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we offer you the freedom to develop a career that’s unique to you. Here, Success is Personal – it’s your journey, powered by us.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 15th July 2026

Join us and find your success at EDF!

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Success is Personal. It's your journey, powered by us. Join us and drive the transition towards An Electric Britain.