Environmental Manager


Full-time, Permanent Contract

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 dependent on experience

The Royal Ballet, The Royal Opera and the Orchestra of the Royal Opera House bring together the world`s most extraordinary ballet and opera artists in live events. Our theatre is in Covent Garden, but our work is experienced across the UK and globally through touring partnerships, cinemas, free outdoor screenings, radio, TV and live-streaming. Our Learning and Participation programme presents affordable performances for families, schools, students and community and health groups.

We recognise that all these activities have an impact on the environment, and we are committed to working towards a net zero operation by 2035 as well as increasing environmental awareness amongst our staff, artists and audiences.

This role will support the ongoing implementation of ROH`s environmental strategy and action plans as continue to open our buildings and deliver our programme. Responsibilities will include:

  • Working with heads of departments to monitor and update action plans
  • Monitoring and reporting carbon footprint data
  • Delivering internal and external communication campaigns
  • Representing ROH sustainability with external stakeholders
  • Ensuring compliance and sustainability reporting is met and completed as required
  • Keeping our environmental policy updated and in accordance with our strategy

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

  • Previous experience in carbon footprinting and working with GHG protocol or ISO standard for quantification of GHG emissions.
  • Experience in training employees with different understanding in complicated subjects (such as emissions, climate change etc.)
  • Proven ability in driving change within an organisation
  • Experience in producing reports or briefing papers on sustainability issues for internal and external stakeholders and the board
  • Proven project and programme management skills, demonstrating a broad vision combined with an eye for detail
  • Highly effective and confident interpersonal and influencing skills - able to inspire confidence, and develop effective working relationships at all levels
  • Experience in leading through influence

The Royal Opera House is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from those who are currently under represented in our workforce - in particular those who are ethnically diverse and/or disabled. As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential minimum criteria for our vacancies.

A full job description and information on how to apply for this position is available on our website www.roh.org.uk. For queries please contact the HR Department at hr.recruitment@roh.org.uk. You can also contact us if you have any access needs to assist you with making an application. Interviews will be held online.

To apply please send a cv and cover letter to helen.highet@roh.org.uk

Closing date for applications: 8am Friday 11th February 2022

First Interviews will take place on 21st February 2022, Second interviews on 24th February 2022.

Applicants must have work authorisation for the UK. No agencies please.