Europe Sustainability Director — Strategy & ESG Leadership

Wabtec Corporation; Amiens; Hybrid; EUR 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation is seeking a Director of Sustainability Europe to lead ESG strategy, governance, and regulatory reporting for EU operations across France and Italy. You will partner with business leaders to translate regulations and market trends into practical actions, shaping sustainability across Transit and European activities.

The role requires 8+ years in sustainability, strong stakeholder engagement, and deep knowledge of CSRD/ESRS, EU Taxonomy, and ISSB.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, Finance, Public Policy, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of relevant experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental management, strategy, regulatory affairs, consulting, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing sustainability programs within a multinational industrial, manufacturing, transportation, infrastructure, or technology organization.
• Strong understanding of sustainability reporting frameworks and regulations, including CSRD, ESRS, EU Taxonomy, GRI, ISSB, TCFD, and related standards, along with experience supporting third-party assurance, governance, and compliance activities.
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior leaders within a matrixed organization and across multiple regions and regulatory environments.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.
• Authorization to work in E.U..

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ESG reporting and regulatory obligations (CSRD, ESRS, EU Taxonomy, ISSB) across Europe.
• Lead sustainability strategy rollout across Transit and European operations; link to business goals.
• Advise leadership on regulatory impacts, governance, data, and assurance readiness.
• Engage customers, suppliers, and stakeholders; support commercial growth through sustainability.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, governance-aligned disclosures.

Skills

ESG reporting

Regulatory affairs

Sustainability strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability or related

Job description

Wabtec Corporation is seeking a Director of Sustainability Europe to lead ESG strategy, governance, and regulatory reporting for EU operations across France and Italy. You will partner with business leaders to translate regulations and market trends into practical actions, shaping sustainability across Transit and European activities.

The role requires 8+ years in sustainability, strong stakeholder engagement, and deep knowledge of CSRD/ESRS, EU Taxonomy, and ISSB.