Environmental Specialist

A leading South African Real Estate business has recently established their own internal ESG team, and they are looking to recruit an experienced Environmental Consultant with an understanding of the built environment.

The role will be responsible for managing the Company’s environmental management efforts at a Group level. You will need to raise awareness internally and conduct training where necessary internally regarding managing the Company’s environmental performance and
management.

Responsibilities shall include but not be limited to:
Oversee the implementation of the Company’s climate risk management framework
Contribute towards the Company’s overall understanding of environmental, social and governance through research and insights into the discipline
Implement science-based targets aligned to the Paris Agreement
Understand and be able to implement the ICMA green bond principles and use-of-proceeds framework
Manage the Company’s internal environmental management system, including knowledge of the ISO standards on environmental management and life cycle assessments
Provide guidance to the Company’s property management team to manage and implement the tenant sustainability management programme, including the green leasing framework and split incentive arrangements
Assist in applying international sustainable reporting requirements, including SASB and TCFD, to our annual sustainability disclosure

To apply for this role you need a strong understanding of local and international trends on energy, water and waste management trends and measurement metrics, and have spent at least 3 years in a senior environmental management position. A relevant undergrad and post graduate degree in Environmental Management is required.

If you do not hear back from us within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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