Overview

To support our Proof Positive sustainability ambition, the Environmental & Sustainability Manager role will support our full UK&I Estate (Scotch, Irish and Gin) and will also feed into the larger global environmental & sustainability team.

The E&S Manager will be responsible for supporting business compliance with current, and future, energy and environmental legislation and targets, both internal and external, through the identification and delivery of improvement projects focusing on water, energy & carbon.

Additionally, this position will support Sustainability strategy planning and execution across raw materials (water and cereal), energy (carbon and Net Zero), watershed and peatland conservation (NWS and PWS), and will include aspects of capital planning and justification, in conjunction with OU engineering and operations teams.

The E&S Manager will ensure consistency of approach across local EHS Compliance teams and contribute to UK&I representation and influence on internal and external working groups (e.g. SGS global sustainability teams, SWA, Suntory MBC and sustainability groups etc.).

This key role will help ensure that Suntory Global Spirits go beyond compliance in the attainment of all environmental and sustainability objectives and targets, as we work toward our Proof Positive and Industry (SWA) strategy achievement.

This role will require some travel to our UK&I sites as required. This role is a Permanent position based in Scotland but overseeing Sustainability activities across all UK&I operational sites

Requitements

Essential:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree (or higher) in: Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering or relevant scientific discipline. Equivalent experience may be considered.
  • Ability to work towards professional certifications is strongly desired.
  • 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally within the spirits industry or a similar FMCG environment, engaging with key Business Leaders and SHE advisors.
  • A strong grounding in process engineering and project management and strong technical expertise in conducting assessments at manufacturing sites, evaluating options/technology, and recommending short and long-term improvements.
  • A solid understanding of current environmental legislation and how it impacts commercial decision making.
  • Knowledge and experience of managing and developing an EMS to the ISO 14001:2026 standard.
  • Strong engineering / technical skills.
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and bring a forward-thinking and entrepreneurial spirit to the position.
  • Competent IT / computer skills (Microsoft Office, etc.)
  • Must be fluent in English; second language is a plus but not required. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and written, and explain technical concepts or innovations to technical and non-technical employees.
  • Candidate should have a passion for sustainability and driving continuous improvement while working collaboratively with others.
  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong presentation and communication skills.
  • Physical requirements: ability to conduct visits and “gemba” activities throughout the manufacturing sites at on-grade, below-grade, and above-grade working surfaces.
  • Clean driving licence.

Desirable:

  • Membership of a relevant professional body e.g. ISEP.
  • Industry experience with water conservation related to usage rate reduction, water reuse, and watershed replenishment.
  • The candidate will Ideally have industry experience of energy management systems (e.g. boilers/steam raising, cooling, chilling and compressed air).
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