Environment Manager

Drive environmental excellence across dnata Cargo and Ground Handling UK

Our Commitment to Sustainability

At dnata, sustainability is embedded in our business strategy and operational decision-making. We are committed to reducing emissions, consuming resources responsibly, and protecting wildlife and natural habitats, while delivering safe and efficient aviation services worldwide. Through investment in renewable energy, energy-efficient facilities, sustainable procurement practices, waste reduction initiatives, and robust environmental governance, we are continually working to minimise our environmental impact and support a more sustainable future for the aviation industry. This commitment is underpinned by internationally recognised environmental standards, transparent reporting, and a culture of continuous improvement across our global operations.

To help us deliver on this commitment, we are seeking an experienced Environment Manager to lead our sustainability-focused agenda across UK Cargo and Ground Handling operations. In this key leadership role, you will ensure environmental compliance, strengthen governance frameworks and drive improvements in performance across a complex operational setting.

Working closely with operational leaders, support functions and external stakeholders, you will play a critical role in helping the business achieve its environmental objectives while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

The Role

Reporting to the Corporate Assurance Director, you will be the organisation's environmental subject matter expert, providing strategic direction and practical support across all dnata Cargo and Ground Handling locations in the UK.

You will lead the development, implementation and monitoring of environmental programmes, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements and company standards whilst identifying opportunities to improve performance and support dnata's sustainability ambitions.

This role offers the opportunity to influence senior stakeholders, shape business strategy and deliver meaningful environmental improvements within a dynamic aviation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement environmental strategies, policies and programmes across dnata Cargo and Ground Handling UK.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant environmental legislation, permits, licences and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and continuously improve environmental management systems and associated governance processes.
• Lead environmental audits, inspections and compliance reviews across operational locations.
• Monitor environmental performance, analyse trends and produce reports for senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Identify risks, recommend mitigation measures and support the resolution of environmental issues and incidents.
• Lead initiatives aimed at reducing waste, improving resource efficiency and supporting carbon reduction objectives.
• Partner with operational teams to drive environmental improvements and embed best practice into day-to-day activities.
• Develop and deliver environmental training and awareness programmes.
• Support customer, supplier and regulatory enquiries relating to environmental management and sustainability performance.
• Manage environmental reporting requirements and ensure accurate maintenance of environmental records.
• Keep abreast of emerging environmental legislation, industry developments and best practice.

About You

You will be a confident environmental professional with experience operating within a regulated, operationally focused environment and you will bring:

• Proven experience in an Environmental Manager, Environmental Compliance Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing environmental management systems and compliance programmes.
• Experience conducting audits, investigations and root cause analysis.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret environmental data and identify trends.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• The ability to work effectively across multiple operational sites.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage audiences at all levels.
• A proactive and pragmatic approach to problem solving.

Desirable

• Experience within aviation, airport operations, logistics, transport or other highly regulated industries.
• IEMA Practitioner or equivalent professional environmental qualification.
• ISO 14001 Lead Auditor qualification.
• Experience supporting sustainability, carbon reduction or net-zero initiatives.
• Experience working within cargo handling, ground handling or wider aviation environments.

Why Join dnata?

This is an opportunity to influence environmental performance across a nationally recognised aviation operation and make a tangible impact on the future of dnata Cargo and Ground Handling in the UK.

You'll work alongside experienced operational leaders and play a key role in ensuring our business continues to operate responsibly, sustainably and in full compliance with regulatory requirements.

At dnata, our values define who we are and how we work together. We are safe – making safety and security a mindset in everything we do, where every team member is empowered to speak up and prioritise wellbeing. We play to win – going above and beyond for our customers, setting ambitious goals, taking ownership, and empowering bold decision-making. We respect everyone and work as a team – building trusted relationships, embracing diversity, and creating a culture of belonging where respect and results go hand in hand. We are future-thinking – welcoming innovative ideas, taking responsibility for our impact, learning from challenges, and investing in our people's potential. If these values resonate with you and you're ready to be part of a team shaping the future of ground handling and cargo services, we'd love to hear from you