Head of Sustainability
- Job reference: SDX/TP/2006755/154125
- Location: Belfast
- Job type: Full Time - 40 hours per week
- Salary: .
- Closing date: 03 March 2026
About the role
- 40 hours per week
- Monday to Friday 09:00 - 17:30
Location: Hybrid role, Belfast site-based (attendance on-site required; only applicants based in Northern Ireland area will be considered)
- Degree in sustainability, engineering, or related field, with professional membership (IEMA, CIBSE, Energy Institute, or equivalent).
Requirements
Full UK driver’s licence
Minimum 5 years’ residency in the UK
Job Introduction
We are seeking a Head of Sustainability Services to provide senior leadership, operational oversight, and strategic direction across all sustainability, environmental, energy, waste, water, carbon, and social sustainability functions under the NEC4 TSC Property Management Contract.
What You’ll Do
Lead the Sustainability Service team, including energy, water, waste, carbon, social sustainability, and data specialists
Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Sustainability Strategy, Action Plans, and Carbon Change Plan
Manage ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 accredited Environmental and Energy Management Systems
Oversee all energy, water, and waste management services across the estate, including monitoring, auditing, reporting, and forecasting
Ensure compliance with the Climate Change Act (NI) 2022 and Public Body Reporting Regulations (Scope 1, 2, 3 emissions)
Provide specialist advisory services on environmental legislation, renewable technologies, sustainable design, and low-carbon solutions
Lead stakeholder engagement, training, communications, and behaviour change programmes
Chair monthly sustainability meetings and produce quarterly, annual, and statutory sustainability reports
Drive sustainability considerations across asset management, investment proposals, and capital projects
What We’re Looking For
Degree
in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Engineering, Facilities Management, or related discipline
Professional membership (IEMA, CIBSE, Energy Institute, or equivalent)
Proven track record managing large-scale ESG delivery across multi-site or public sector environments
Experience leading ISO-accredited management systems and delivering energy, water, waste, and carbon reduction programmes
Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making skills
Ability to drive culture and behavioural change, manage complex projects, and communicate at all levels
Desirable
Master’s degree in sustainability or corporate responsibility
ISO Lead Auditor qualifications (ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 19011)
Why This Role?
Lead sustainability across a complex, high-profile estate
Work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment with opportunities to innovate
Influence ESG strategy at a senior leadership level
Make a tangible impact on environmental and social outcomes
Ready to lead the change?
If you are a strategic thinker, passionate about sustainability, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.
Be part ofsomething greater? Apply today!
Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At our company, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Roles at Sodexo are designed to empower individuals from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an environment that values equity and supports the growth of all employees, ensuring that everyone can contribute to and benefit from our collective success.
Social Impact
Ever since we started, we’ve had a clear purpose – to do some good in our communities through helping people. Today, that purpose is still a huge part of who we are. And every one of our colleagues helps that happen.
We’re committed to volunteering our time, resources, skills and knowledge – more than 50% of colleagues contribute to thousands of volunteer hours every year. And our Charitable Foundation has now donated over £9 million to charities and good causes across the country.
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