CareerPlan

Site Sustainability & Resource Conservation Lead

Leicester, United KingdomFull-time2026-09-30 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead the Leicester Manufacturing site's energy and water reduction program (RECON), developing strategies to reduce consumption while ensuring safety, environmental compliance, and operational excellence.

Role type

Senior IC sustainability and resource conservation lead (manufacturing)

Builds

Energy and water reduction projects, 5-year energy saving programs, and safety/environmental management systems for a food manufacturing site.

Domain

Food & Beverage manufacturing / Energy efficiency / Environmental compliance

Required skills

Energy management, water conservation, safety management, environmental compliance, budgeting, project management, stakeholder negotiation, technical knowledge of electrical/mechanical systems, team leadership, regulatory knowledge (Carbon Reduction, ESOS)

Preferred skills

Experience in food manufacturing or FMCG, knowledge of MP2 or SAP, familiarity with carbon reduction legislation

Technologies

MP2, SAP, Excel, Word

Responsibilities

Develop and deliver site energy and water reduction plans; build strategic roadmaps aligned with maturity models; liaise with external contractors and agencies; manage energy monitoring assets and records; benchmark energy consumption; implement energy management processes and reporting; coordinate technical staff for energy surveys and feasibility studies; ensure legal and regulatory compliance for safety and environment.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership