Sustainable Development Advisor: Recycling & Sustainability

canadian nanny ca; Longueuil; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Salary $70k–$75k CAD

Profit sharing

Employee share purchase plan

Full benefits (insurance, telemedicine

Annual goods/services allowance

Wellness program & EAP

People-centered workplace

Job summary

Cascades invites applications for a Sustainable Development Advisor role based in Saint-Hubert. You will help advance recycling programs, support sustainability initiatives, and collaborate with clients, operations, and sales to improve environmental performance.

Key responsibilities include planning waste audits, reporting, and ensuring contract compliance while traveling about 10% to Ottawa. Fluency in English and French is required; a relevant degree is an asset.

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental studies, sustainable development, or related field is an asset.
• Experience in recycling industry and Certified Waste Auditor certification are assets.
• Knowledge of LEED, BOMA Best, and similar sustainability programs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Forms, Copilot) and Canva.
• Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail; manage multiple projects.
• Willingness to travel ~10% to Ottawa, Ontario; fluent in English & French.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain recycling programs for national and local clients to improve quality and increase waste diversion.
• Perform waste and recycling assessments to identify opportunities for greater material recovery.
• Support clients through site assessments, training sessions, quarterly reporting, and ongoing sustainability services.
• Plan and conduct waste audits and assist in developing waste reduction action plans.
• Manage non-conformance issues and coordinate resolutions with operations teams.
• Prepare diversion reports and support EPR and sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborate with Sales, Account Management, and Operations while monitoring legislation and trends.

Skills

Communication

Bilingual (EN/FR)

Project management

Stakeholder relations

Analytical thinking

Education

Environmental studies degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Canva

Job description

Cascades invites applications for a Sustainable Development Advisor role based in Saint-Hubert. You will help advance recycling programs, support sustainability initiatives, and collaborate with clients, operations, and sales to improve environmental performance.

Key responsibilities include planning waste audits, reporting, and ensuring contract compliance while traveling about 10% to Ottawa. Fluency in English and French is required; a relevant degree is an asset.