Victoria Lewis
Crofty,City and County of Swansea
Summary
Experienced environmental professional and advisor with subject matter expertise in environmental management, sustainable development solutions, project management and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in implementing ISO 14001 environmental management systems and delivering sustainability performance reporting across multiple sites. Highly adaptable, driven and passionate about embedding positive environmental change, improvement and initiatives to deliver continual improvement through consultation, collaboration, engagement and training.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Environment and Sustainability Officer
Swansea University
Swansea, City and County of Swansea
2017.12 - Current
- Lead organisation-wide ISO14001 Environmental Management System, driving compliance and continual improvement across multi-site operations and activities.
- Manage environmental and sustainability risk registers, ensuring robust review, governance and reporting.
- Investigate environmental incidents, implement corrective actions and embed lessons learned.
- Lead internal and external audits to ensure regulatory compliance and performance improvement.
- Develop and oversee environmental performance monitoring frameworks, reporting across key governance channels.
- Provide technical assurance and subject matter expertise (water, waste, energy, carbon) to internal teams, contractors and project stakeholders.
- Advise capital projects on environmental constraints and sustainability opportunities, including retrofit, renewables and land management.
- Support COMAH, HSE and DEFRA environmental reporting and major incident response planning.
- Design and deliver environmental compliance training, driving competence and positive cultural change.
- Deliver sustainability and climate strategy programmes aligned to net zero and ESG objectives.
- Partner with internal and external stakeholders to advance ESG initiatives, including sustainable procurement and supply chains.
- Develop and implement long-term sustainability strategies in collaboration with Senior Leadership Teams.
Principal Strategic Planning Officer
Caerphilly County Borough Council
Caerphilly, Caerphilly County Borough
2004.06 - 2014.07
- Leed strategic advisor and subject matter expert for renewable energy and natural heritage.
- Conducted research and spatial analysis (GIS) to inform planning policy and development decisions.
- Developed and reviewed local development plans to promote sustainable growth.
- Delivered Environmental and Strategic Environmental Assessments, mitigating ecological impacts.
- Monitored projects and planning applications to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Represented the organisation at public enquiries and stakeholder forums.
- Built strategic partnerships with government bodies, regulators and utilities to enhance project outcomes.
- Led negotiations with developers and key infrastructure stakeholders.
- Conducted site inspections and risk assessments to inform evidence-based decisions.
- Prepared and delivered presentations to secure stakeholder and community support.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Policy and Management
University of Gloucestershire
Cheltenham 2007.09 - 2009.06
Bachelor of Science - City & Regional Planning
University of Wales
Cardiff 1998.09 - 2003.06
Skills
- Environmental & Sustainability Leadership
- Regulatory Compliance & Assurance
- ISO 14001 & Environmental Management Systems
- Strategic Risk & Incident Management
- Net Zero, Climate & ESG Strategy
- Environmental Performance & Reporting
- Audit & Governance Oversight
- Capital Projects & Sustainable Development
- Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Partnerships
- Organisational Culture Change & Training Leadership
Certification
- NEBOSH Environmental Management Certificate
- NEBOSH Occupational Health (H&S) Certificate
- ISO14001 Lead and internal auditor qualified
- CIWM Hazardous Waste Management Certificate
- CIWM Waste Management Certificate
- Carbon Literate certified and qualified trainer
- Working towards IEMA membership
- Eligible for RTPI membership
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Environment and Sustainability Officer
Swansea University
2017.12 - Current
Master of Science - Environmental Policy and Management
University of Gloucestershire
2007.09 - 2009.06
Principal Strategic Planning Officer
Caerphilly County Borough Council
2004.06 - 2014.07
Bachelor of Science - City & Regional Planning
University of Wales
1998.09 - 2003.06