What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sustainability Manager position at Drax Group?
Sustainability Manager
Location: Southeastern, US
Ready to be at the heart of a zero-carbon energy future?
As the Sustainability Manager at Drax, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing fibre sourcing and chain-of-custody certifications that meet UK subsidy regulatory requirements. Additionally, your role will be integral to achieving the targets set out in the Drax Sustainability Framework. You will leverage certification requirements and collaborate closely with the Drax Corporate Sustainability team to ensure these goals are met.
Why join Drax?
At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’re transforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to create a brighter, more sustainable future. When you join us, you’ll find:
To excel in this vital role, you’ll need:
Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:
Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.
Curious to learn more about us? We recommend you connect with us on LinkedIn for more insights.
The Drax Talent Acquisition team will never use third-party apps to make job offers. The recruitment process with Drax will always include at least one face-to-face interview, either in person or via an online video call, as well as several phone conversations. Drax will never ask you to download apps to enter timesheet details or ask you to purchase your own IT equipment. If you have any concerns during your recruitment process or suspect something isn’t right, please contact us via careers@drax.com to verify the application or details of the person you have been speaking to.
Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside the band for this role where appropriate, taking into account the candidate’s experience, skills and other relevant factors.
Location: Southeastern, US
Ready to be at the heart of a zero-carbon energy future?
As the Sustainability Manager at Drax, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing fibre sourcing and chain-of-custody certifications that meet UK subsidy regulatory requirements. Additionally, your role will be integral to achieving the targets set out in the Drax Sustainability Framework. You will leverage certification requirements and collaborate closely with the Drax Corporate Sustainability team to ensure these goals are met.
Why join Drax?
At Drax, we’re not just generating power; we’re transforming it. We’re a diverse and committed team, working together to create a brighter, more sustainable future. When you join us, you’ll find:
- A Clear Purpose: Be part of a company at the forefront of sustainable energy, making a real difference for the planet and our communities.
- Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people.
- Comprehensive Benefits: From day one, you’ll receive competitive wages, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and an RRSP matching plan to support your financial goals. You’ll also participate in a company bonus plan that rewards overall Drax performance and safety.
- A Supportive Team: Work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged, and your contributions are valued. We’re a ‘can-do’ kind of place, empowering you to make informed decisions and do the right thing.
- Ensuring that the necessary certifications for UK subsidies are maintained to facilitate pellet sales in the UK.
- Provide technical support for sustainability certification programs, staying updated on any changes.
- Offer direct assistance to Drax Group for reporting purposes, which is essential for ESG and annual reports.
- Conduct ongoing audits of Fibre Procurement processes to ensure compliance.
- Manage both internal and external audit processes to guarantee that all certificates remain valid.
To excel in this vital role, you’ll need:
- A bachelor’s degree in forestry or Natural Resources is required, with a Master’s degree preferred.
- Applied knowledge in forest management, forest sourcing, or natural resource management is required; experience with forest certification is ideal.
- Strong analytical skills are required, including proficiency in Excel. Familiarity with 3Log or other data management systems is preferred, as well as experience with ArcGIS.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential, along with the ability to collaborate effectively.
Our culture is built on a few core beliefs that guide everything we do:
- We care about what matters: We support each other to achieve important goals.
- We’re a can-do kind of place: We’re empowered to make informed decisions and do what’s right.
- We see things differently: We share insights, search for new ideas, and innovate.
- We listen carefully: We ensure everyone feels heard and valued.
- We do what we say we’ll do: We are proactive, committed, and reliable.
Apply today to help Drax discover the talented individuals we need to drive this change. A career at Drax is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference.
Curious to learn more about us? We recommend you connect with us on LinkedIn for more insights.
The Drax Talent Acquisition team will never use third-party apps to make job offers. The recruitment process with Drax will always include at least one face-to-face interview, either in person or via an online video call, as well as several phone conversations. Drax will never ask you to download apps to enter timesheet details or ask you to purchase your own IT equipment. If you have any concerns during your recruitment process or suspect something isn’t right, please contact us via careers@drax.com to verify the application or details of the person you have been speaking to.
Please note that, whilst not expected, the company may pay at a rate outside the band for this role where appropriate, taking into account the candidate’s experience, skills and other relevant factors.