Climate Change and Sustainability Manager

Tangram; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Climate Change and Sustainability Manager to lead innovative projects and drive sustainability initiatives. This role involves developing and implementing strategies that align with business goals while engaging with stakeholders to promote sustainable practices. If you have a passion for sustainability, a strong background in emissions reporting, and a commitment to making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a team dedicated to delivering nutrition and wellbeing through sustainable practices and contribute to a greener future.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years' experience in sustainability management.
• Tertiary qualification in sustainability or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Implement climate change and sustainability strategy.
• Manage emissions reporting and sustainability initiatives.

Skills

Sustainability Management

GHG Protocol Understanding

Emissions Reporting

Life-Cycle Analysis

Decarbonisation Strategies

Education

Tertiary qualification in sustainability

Degree in agriculture or environmental science

Job description

Climate Change and Sustainability Manager

ANZCO Foods

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Listing Description

Location

Location Christchurch City, Canterbury

Job type

Job type Full time

Duration

Duration Permanent

Description

ANZCO Foods has an opportunity for a Climate Change and Sustainability Manager to join the team. Based in Christchurch at our Corporate Office, you will be responsible for developing and implementing the climate change and sustainability plan and projects. The position will suit someone with a passion for sustainability and who enjoys engaging with various stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities will include:

• Drive strategic action: Implement our climate change and sustainability strategy, ensuring it aligns with business goals and delivers measurable outcomes.
• Champion innovation: Work with teams across ANZCO to develop continuous improvement and sustainability-focused innovations.
• Lead emissions reporting: Manage the delivery of accurate and timely emissions data for our annual Climate Change & Sustainability and inventory reports.
• Manage projects: Oversee a range of sustainability initiatives that balance environmental responsibility with business performance.
• Engage and influence: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to drive our decarbonisation plan and embed sustainable practices across the company.
• Ensure compliance: Maintain alignment with the GHG Protocol and other relevant standards, regulations and legislation.
• Build culture and capability: Help cultivate a culture that supports technical growth and sustainability leadership.

Skills and Experience we are looking for:

• 2-5 years' experience in sustainability
• Tertiary qualification in sustainability, agriculture or environmental science,
• Understanding of GHG Protocol (including Scopes 1, 2, and 3 categories)
• Experience in developing and implementing decarbonsiation strategies that align with Science-based targets
• Proficient in emissions, life-cycle analysis and carbon accounting
• Knowledge of climate disclosure frameworks (CRD, ISSB, TCFD, GRI, CDP)

We deliver taste, nutrition, and wellbeing to the world with products made from New Zealand finest beef and lamb. Our values of atawhaitanga, noho haepapa, kaitiakitanga, auahatanga, and whakawhirinakitanga guide us to work together, follow through on our commitments, make improvements, and do our best to make sustainable decisions for the future.

We are committed to supporting and developing our people and we offer a competitive remuneration package. If you are motivated, have the skills and experience we require and want to be part of the exciting future of our company then we want to hear from you.

Apply today at http://www.careers.anzcofoods.com

ANZCO Foods is one of New Zealand’s largest exporters, with a dedicated team of more than 3,000 employees worldwide. Established in 1984, ANZCO Foods is a multinational company that undertakes a variety of activities including farming, processing, manufacturing, and marketing. Together, we’re committed to delivering nutrition and good health to the world with high-quality products crafted from New Zealand’s finest beef and lamb.

We combine our premium meat with a growing demand for convenience, offering fast,delicious, and nutritious meal solutions for both food service and retail customers. But our reach goes beyond red meat — we are also at the forefront of pioneering sophisticated healthcare innovations that have a positive, global impact, improving and saving lives across the world.

Our core values of atawhaitanga (back each other), noho haepapa (make every day count), kaitiakitanga (play the long game), auahatanga (be a pioneer), and whakawhirinakitanga (keep our promises), guide us in our commitment to excellence.