Seaway 7 is a global leader in the delivery of fixed offshore wind farm projects, supporting developers to bring sustainable, renewable energy to the world through the construction of fixed offshore wind farms.
We are a global company headquartered in Oslo - Norway with five further main offices in Aberdeen – UK, Leer – Germany, Vejle - Denmark, Taipei - Taiwan and Zoetermeer - the Netherlands, and furthermore a local presence in all key offshore wind regions around the world. We employ more than 500 people onshore, and an offshore workforce of around 400.
Our values are what guide us every day: safety, integrity, performance, collaboration, sustainability and innovation.
With more than 10 years of offshore wind experience, a state-of-the art fleet, specialist technologies and a range of integrated contracting models, we are well positioned to seize the opportunities of this rapidly growing market. We are expanding our teams in readiness for this growth. Will you be the next addition to join Seaway 7 for this exciting future?
In an ever-evolving energy industry, one of the most significant challenges we face is the increased demand society places on being able to deliver sustainable sources of energy as we transition to a lower carbon future. Our Company is committed to meeting this challenge and to continuously improve the sustainability performance of our business. We have made significant progress already in establishing a sustainable business which stands us in good stead for the future. This is founded on our established company policies on HSEQ, Ethics and Human Rights.
Seaway 7 currently have a requirement for a Sustainability Manager to join our team on a full-time basis. Reporting into the Operational Functions Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the further development of the Sustainability value within Seaway 7.
Job Function:
The role will require a continuous development of our understanding of the implications of sustainability across Seaway 7 and the need to enhance the level of engagement within the Company, with our Customers and Suppliers.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitate the process and progress of our sustainability priorities
- Drive execution of strategy and achievement of leading targets and objectives
- Establish and track against KPIs and other benchmark metrics
- Develop and deliver our annual sustainability report and other reporting requirements
- Establish and foster highly effective relationships and communications with all key stakeholders, e.g., employees, customers, shareholders, NGOs, suppliers, and other partners
- Define and build a leading-edge non-financial sustainability reporting data process and system, tightly aligned with leading standards, and integrated with financials.
- Support our participation in key sustainability deliverables like and including Dow Jones Sustainability Index, GRI and CDP submissions
- Liaising with internal points of contact within functions to obtain appropriate information
- Participate in sustainability projects including SFDR / NFRD / EU Taxonomy
- Create leading branding and digital/media presence, via intranet, web, social media, and other
- Research sustainability topics, reports, and standards to align our requirements
- Conduct effective benchmarking of peer companies, customers, and global sustainability leaders, develop meaningful categories and dashboards
- Contribute to and/or support the BU and functions to achieve endorsed business sustainability objectives
- Research current thinking and development around sustainability
PERSON SPECIFICATION:
Qualifications and Education
Degree qualified (preferably with management/business focus). Long and relevant work experience may also be considered.
Experience
- A methodical person who is driven by understanding and simplifying complex subjects
- An inquisitive person who can offer suggestions and solutions to advance plans
- A systematic and structured approach to work
- A strong and decisive team leader with practical approach and good communication skills.
- Resourceful and problem-solving abilities with hands-on attitude
- Good attention to detail is essential
- Ability to prioritise own workload, manage time accordingly.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of sustainability practices and business standards coupled with a focus around the UN’s sustainability goals is a must.
Location
- Open, however role it is expected that there will be periodic global travel.
Seaway 7 are committed to creating a diverse workforce and we look to offer excellent career opportunities as you develop your skills and aspirations.