Sustainable Assessment Manager

SUSTAINABLE ASSESSMENTMANAGER
PERMANENT-FULL TIME
HOUSTON, TX
Who we are:
We're not just talking about making a difference, we're making ithappen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy inan uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to becomethe global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

You'll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkersand business champions. We're enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy futurefor all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

Drax is actively pursuing the development ofmultiple new build and retrofit BECCS facilities across the US andinternationally. We are seeking a candidate to support the sustainable andresponsible development of these facilities. Specifically the role isresponsible for ensuring:

• BECCS developments strive for people, nature, and climate positive outcomes which may go beyond permitting requirements
• Sustainability policies, procedures, and commitments are considered and adopted by applicable development workstreams
• Environmental assessments are reviewed by sustainability and key elements are incorporated into site planning
• Accurate sustainability information flow and support is provided to BECCS development and CDR sales teams

As part of the SustainabilityTeam, you will be responsible for the following:

• Liaise with BECCS project development teams to ensure Drax sustainability requirements, policies and commitments are considered during all development phases
• Identifying opportunities for people and nature positive interventions, encouraging best available technology for pollution control
• Supporting review of assessments and mitigation development for socioenvironmental impacts including:
  • Air emissions and other waste discharges
  • Environmental justice considerations.
  • Impacts to threatened and endangered species and wider biodiversity.
  • Nature and sensitive ecosystem impacts: e.g. wetlands protection, site clearance, soil impact etc.
  • Water use and discharge: sustainability of abstractions and discharges (storm water and facility discharge) from/to ground or surface water and impacts therein.
  • Impacts to cultural heritage/resources.
  • Assessment of appropriate buffer zones and impacts to neighbours.
  • Carbon/climate impacts from construction.
  • Impacts to soil from development
• Ensuring future climate change risks are incorporated into site development.
• Benchmarking site development impacts to recognised sustainability standards.
• Ensuring assessment of end of life and decommissioning of site incorporated at design stage.
• Support communications with BECCS CDR sales group, including diligence and investor discussions - as needed

Who we're looking for:
To be successful in this role you'll ideally have...

• B.S. or higher in areas such as Environmental, Civil, and/or Agricultural Engineering.
• Knowledge of US air and water permitting requirements and monitoring methods
• Experience and understanding of environmental impact assessments for new industrial developments
• Demonstrates ability to think beyond facility permitting and into the broader spectrum of sustainability issues to maximize people, climate, and nature positive outcomes
• Ability to develop relationships and influence both internal and external stakeholders with presence and impact
• Team-oriented - Work closely with wider sustainability team, Group Innovation team and corporate affairs and others as needed
• Ability to use software applications such as Microsoft Office Suite and ArcGIS
• Understanding of Environmental Justice issues preferred
• Understanding of climate change, carbon removals and carbon markets desirable
• Experience of sustainable building certifications desirable
• Self-driven with ability to adapt to working within a team or lone working environment with minimal supervision
• Commitment to work safely and consistently demonstrate safe behaviours & attitude
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills that enhance the team approach to work and problem solving

What's itlike to work at Drax?

• A competitive salary, with opportunities to grow your experience and build an exciting career.
• A supportive team environment where you will continuously learn and grow.
• Great health and dental benefits starting from day one at Drax!
• A 401K matching plan to support your personal and family goals (also starting from day one at Drax!).
• A company bonus plan which rewards overall Drax performance, safety, and scorecard achievement.

We're committed to making a tangible impact onthe climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose canwork alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares apassion for doing what's right for the future. With Drax you can shape yourcareer and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we're committed to fostering anenvironment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of theirrole. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent thecommunities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes.Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax tocontribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find outmore about our approach here.

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