Sustainability Specialist (EN)

At edilon)(sedra we believe in sustainability. Not only in the infrastructure we provide, but also in the way we operate as an organization. That’s why we’re looking for a driven Sustainability Specialist with a passion for environment, legislation and regulations and social responsibility.

Are you someone who takes the initiative and can easily translate complex sustainability issues into practical policies? Then this is your opportunity! In this role, you’ll have the freedom and responsibility to make a real impact within an international company. Help us build a future-proof organization and play a key role in turning our sustainability goals into reality

Sustainability Specialist, 32-40 h/week

What will you do?
With your drive and expertise, you will shape a sustainable future as our Sustainability Specialist. You will have a key position in everything related to the environment and sustainability.

With your up-to-date knowledge of environmental legislation and sustainability policies you will initiate and coordinate projects that truly make a change. You know how to put policies on the map and you can easily collaborate with internal departments and external partners. Your ability to persuade and align others will be key to your success.

You have a keen eye for detail and you can flawlessly produce documents, analyses and reports, including LCAs, VSMEs and EPDs, and ensure that they are kept up-to-date. You’ll also ensure that environmental permits are up-to-date and contribute to ISO 14001 processes.

You’ll play an active role in activities led by the HSEQ team. You will independently manage projects and conduct internal audits, identify trends and translate them into specific policy adjustments. Additionally, you will also develop and deliver training sessions to raise awareness and engagement around sustainability and environmental topics among colleagues. You will ensure that this vital theme becomes an integral part of our company culture.

This is a dynamic role with plenty of room for personal initiative. You spot opportunities, tackle challenges and aren’t afraid to challenge your managers when things can be improved. You make our organization more future-proof every single day.

Who are we looking for?
You have:

• a bachelor’s level of working and thinking, preferably in the field of sustainability or environmental science;
• several years of relevant experience in a similar role;
• proven knowledge of and experience with European environmental and sustainability legislation; outside EU knowledge of these topics is a plus.
• knowledge of and experience with ISO 14001, EPD software, and sustainability reporting (such as CSRD or VSME);
• experience with project-based work and conducting internal audits; relevant training is a plus;
• excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; Dutch and/or German is a plus;
• a proactive attitude, perseverance and good judgement;
• strong skills in MS Office;
• availability of 32-40 hours per week.

What do we offer?
An open, dynamic, informal and supportive working environment that is constantly developing. We offer an independent role with plenty of freedom, responsibility and strong support for personal development. We have our own edilon)(sedra Academy for technical training and furthermore, we offer a wide range of general training courses via GoodHabitz. To complement this, we’ve partnered with OpenUp since last year to support the mental well-being of our employees. We also have fresh fruit delivered to the office twice a week.

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a variety of extra benefits, such as hybrid working (including appropriate furniture and IT equipment), phone and laptop, pension scheme, bicycle lease plan and 27 days of paid vacation days as standard.

Who are we?
edilon)(sedra (group), an independent part of the James Walker Group in the UK, is an innovative supplier of specialist rail systems and bonding products. We develop, manufacture and install our systems for clients all over the world. In addition, we support these clients with expert advice on design, engineering and low-maintenance solutions.