Energy Sustainability Specialist

Job Description

Energy Sustainability Specialist

Function: Supply Chain

Location: Hereford

Salary: up to £48,000 per annum & amazing benefits outlined below!

Contract: Permanent

Shift pattern: N/A

Who we are

As the UK’s leading beer, cider and pub business, we’re home to some of the world’s best-loved beers and ciders, and a leading player in the international drinks industry.

We're the name behind a host of brilliant brands, from Inch’s to Birra Moretti and many more. And with around 2,400 pubs to our name in the UK, our Star Pubs business is all about putting pubs at the centre of community life.

But we’re more than just great beers and ciders – we’re a place where passion meets purpose, careers are crafted as carefully as our brews, and enjoyment of life is part of the job.

About the role

As the site Energy Sustainability Specialist, you’ll play a crucial role in managing sustainability processes within the brewery. This includes overseeing utilities such as water, energy, and waste, while driving our carbon emissions reduction plans. You’ll have the chance to work on a significant capital projects, contributing to meaningful, impactful changes and collaborating with various colleagues over investments made to enhance the brewing and production processes on site.

As the specialist, you’ll act as the main mentor and expert on sustainability, working across various departments and engaging with stakeholders to embed sustainable practices into our operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring compliance with environmental standards and local legislation.
• Coordinating efforts to identify and reduce energy and water losses.
• Supporting sustainability initiatives across teams and departments.
• Driving sustainability KPIs and ensuring they are achieved throughout the brewery.
• Managing sustainability data to meet quality standards.
• Engaging with external service providers and managing contracts.
• Implementing Lean manufacturing techniques such as Visual Management, Poka- yoke, Kaizen to enhance efficiency.

About the team

Helping millions of consumers enjoy our beers and ciders is a real team effort. As a Supply Chain colleague, you’ll be part of the biggest function in HEINEKEN UK!

From barley to bar, our Supply Chain produces high-quality beers and ciders, prioritising safety, sustainability and innovation to keep our operations running smoothly.

You’ll be based in the Maintenance team focused on Utilities & Net Zero, whose job is to oversee the safe, efficient & sustainable running of the site’s essential services, utility systems (water, energy, and related plant) & supporting equipment.

Who we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone with a passion for sustainability and the drive to make a difference. Whether you’re a recent graduate eager to launch your career or an experienced professional seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers the opportunity to contribute and grow in a dynamic, impactful environment.

For industry professionals, your background in sustainability, utilities management, or related disciplines will enable you to hit the ground running. We know your expertise will help us achieve ambitious targets while providing opportunities to innovate and make your mark.

As well as the above, the ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s or Masters Degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field.
• 2+ years industrial experience within the field of Chemical, Water industries or practical experience as a process engineer or similar.
• Knowledge of energy monitoring and reporting systems (e.g., Montage or similar).
• Excellent communication skills to influence and engage teams effectively.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to coach and support others.
• A proactive approach to tackling challenges and driving results.

If you want to grow and develop your skills, gain hands-on experience with a wide range of technologies and sharpen your problem-solving abilities, we want to hear from you.

Why join us?

We're all about brewing the Joy of True Togetherness, and that starts with our people.

We believe in bringing everyone together, making sure you feel supported, valued, and included from day one – because every one of our colleagues has a role to play in shaping the future of beer, cider, pubs and beyond.

It’s a brilliant time to join us. We’re pioneering in low and no alcohol products, continuing to wow the world with creative marketing campaigns, investing into pubs and brewing a better world for people and the planet.

We're a place where you can build a meaningful career, with plenty of opportunities for continuous learning and development. For those just starting out or looking for a change, our apprenticeships let you earn valuable qualifications while you work. And for our managers and leaders, our LEAD talent programme provides the tools and guidance to inspire drive long-term success.

This is your chance to step up, raise the bar and brew a great career.

Check out the hashtag #LifeAtHEINEKENUK on LinkedIn to hear directly from our people.

Our benefits

Here’s a flavour of what we offer:

• Annual bonus
• Double-matched pension (up to 10%)
• 32 days’ holiday, plus three listed public holidays (Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year's Day – if any of these fall on a weekend, you'll get the following weekday off instead)
• Life assurance (subject to policy terms)
• Optional Private Medical Insurance – comprehensive cover for you and your family
• Free ciders and beers (including low and zero alcohol options)
• Retail discounts
• Wellbeing support, including Mental health champions, free Counselling, access to Colleague Networks.
• Comprehensive opportunities to develop
• Option to join our Colleague Networks to connect, share and build inclusion

…and much more!

Please note: Rewards and benefits can vary from role to role. Some benefits are taxable and may be based on employee contributions. We’re happy to discuss further throughout the application process.

The application

If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply before the closing date listed above.

You might not meet every single requirement for the roles listed above, and that’s okay – we all need the opportunity to develop and untap our full potential. If this advert’s piqued your interest, we’d encourage you to apply rather than ruling yourself out. We’re committed to finding great talent who can grow with us—no matter who you are or where you’re from.

If you need any adjustments made to support your application (for example, if you require information in different formats, or if you have any accessibility issues), we’re more than happy to review our processes – please feel free to get in touch with us as recruitment@heineken.co.uk.

Apply today to discover Your Future, Untapped.