Operations Environmental Advisor

Our client is currently recruiting for the position of Operations Environmental Advisor based in Aberdeen. This role is office based Monday-Thursday with the option of home-working on a Friday. They also offer a compressed working schedule option (9-day fortnight).

The Production Operations Environmental Advisor position reports directly to the Manager ESG & ER and forms part of the onshore based HSE&A core team. The primary function of the role is to support the delivery of the environmental function across operations and environmental improvement programmes. The Environmental Advisor position maintains a degree of independence from direct asset/operational activities but is a key focal point to provide support and advice to the wider Environment and HSE Team to provide impartial support and challenge.

• Environmental legal compliance through the delivery of sound technical advice to operations and active engagement of the regulatory bodies.
• Continual improvement of the organisation Environmental performance through identification and leadership of improvement programmes.
• Support, challenge and advise the HSE and Environmental Advisors and Operations Team on environmental matters.

• Safety – Conduct all activities in a safe and effective manner and raise safety and environmental issues. Acts as a role model for compliance with HSE&A Policy.
• Leadership – Undertake the role in line with policy and demonstrates behaviours in line with Company’s values at all times. Sets a best practice example for the wider environment team for support of operations and improvement activities to achieve organisational goals and objectives.
• Financial – Carries out duties in a cost‑efficient manner that maximises value and minimises waste and risk. Provides input into the planning and budgeting processes and raises potential budgetary issues as soon as they are identified.
• Technical/Functional – Provide support to operations and the wider organisation in the following manner:
  • Support the Operations and Environmental Team to ensure compliance with environmental compliance obligations in relation to regulatory requirements and internal management system requirements.
  • Maintain and improve elements of the internal EMS.
  • Support Operations and the wider Environmental Team to ensure that relevant environmental permit and consent applications and returns are prepared and submitted as required.
  • Provide independent Subject Matter Advisor support to risk assessments, risk management, internal incident investigations, event management, and engineering Management of Change, and improvement projects.
  • Conduct offshore platform compliance visits and coordinate Regulatory inspection preparation, delivery and close out.
  • Compile, distribute and submit relevant environmental data and reports internally and externally.
  • Identify and deliver robust environmental communications to ensure that relevant environmental information and issues are effectively communicated and addressed.
  • Support and engage with offshore E-Reps.
  • Represent company through attendance at industry meetings, workshops and conferences.
  • Participate in Emergency Response team including exercises, drills, training, and rota.
  • Provide support and cover to the Manager ESG & ER, Environment and HSE Advisors as requested.
• Collaboration – Collaborates with other teams to build networks, share knowledge and participate in the development of safe, practical and effective problem solving solutions.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation – Continuously develops ways of working by seeking feedback from colleagues and key stakeholders. Utilises knowledge databases and considers alternative solutions in light of lessons learned.
• Capability Development – Looks for opportunities to develop both technical and personal skills by formal learning and work experience. Coaches colleagues where appropriate and demonstrates a personal commitment to lifelong learning.
• People Processes – Engages with people processes in a positive and timely manner. Demonstrates a commitment to the spirit of such processes.
• Performs other duties, completes additional tasks and…