This post is based in the University Environment Team, which is part of Estates. Reporting to the Sustainability Services Manager, the post-holder will lead on waste management, environmental compliance, resource reduction projects and sustainability initiatives, through improved waste management and behaviour change programmes. Within the context of the University’s Sustainability Strategy, the University is also looking to implement Circular Economy techniques to minimise our impact on the environment.

You will contribute towards to the University’s 2035 net zero target and sustainability positive agenda through high quality data analysis and identification of waste reduction measures and sustainability initiatives. You will seek to improve efficiency of goods and resources and identify effective ways to ensure the University can meet its agenda on sustainability and social responsibility.

Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Alexander Clark, email: awjc1@st-andrews.ac.uk , Tel: 07950 203838.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in professional posts at the University.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

This post will/may be primarily based at the Eden Campus at Guardbridge, a state-of-the-art working environment for professional services units.

Closing Date: 20 June 2022

Interview Date: TBC

Please quote ref: AD4864GB

Further Particulars: AD4864GB FPs.doc