Background
Unipart Logistics, a leading logistics and supply chain provider, required interim environmental leadership during a period of strategic and operational transition. With ISO 14001 commitments, net zero ambitions, and the need to embed ESG into procurement and audit frameworks, the business needed short-term senior support to deliver results at pace.
The Challenge
Unipart needed to maintain compliance across its environmental obligations while accelerating performance in key areas such as carbon tracking, audit preparation, and stakeholder engagement. A hands-on, experienced professional was required to lead a team, manage reporting frameworks, and integrate sustainability into core operational functions.
The Solution
Irwin and Colton swiftly deployed a highly experienced interim environment professional with deep expertise across logistics, infrastructure, and large-scale capital projects. Embedded as Interim Head of Environment, they delivered immediate impact through:
Audit and Compliance Excellence: Led preparation for the British Safety Council audit, achieving a 96.78% score and 5-star status.
Carbon Integration: Aligned procurement systems to track and report carbon impact of new business via Hubspot.
Strategic ESG Input: Supported Ecovadis and TCFD assessments to improve corporate transparency and future-readiness.
The Results
Achieved industry-leading environmental audit results under tight timelines.
Integrated carbon tracking into procurement systems to inform sustainable decision-making.
Elevated ESG reporting maturity, preparing the business for future compliance requirements.
Why Irwin and Colton?
Our specialist interim solutions deliver high-impact professionals quickly, helping clients maintain momentum and meet their sustainability goals without delay.