Farm Sustainability Coordinator

Placements24; London Borough of Newham; Hybride; GBP 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Hybrid working arrangement

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Farm Sustainability Coordinator to drive sustainability initiatives across farming operations. The role combines on-site farm assessments with remote analysis to monitor environmental impact and biodiversity.

The successful candidate will develop strategies, manage data collection and reporting, and promote best practices in water, land, and energy use, while ensuring compliance with certifications and regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Agriculture, Agronomy, or related field.
• 4+ years experience in sustainability coordination, environmental management, or sustainable agriculture.
• Strong understanding of environmental principles, conservation practices, and sustainable farming techniques.
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and sustainability certification schemes relevant to agriculture.
• Experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting on environmental performance indicators.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to travel to various farm sites within the Eastern Cape province as needed.
• Passion for environmental stewardship and sustainable development in agriculture.

Responsabilités

• Develop, implement, and manage sustainability initiatives across the company's farming operations.
• Monitor and assess the environmental impact of agricultural activities, including water usage, soil health, and biodiversity.
• Research and recommend best practices for sustainable land management, resource conservation, and waste reduction.
• Ensure compliance with relevant environmental regulations and sustainability certification standards.
• Coordinate with farm managers and staff to implement sustainable practices and provide training.
• Collect and analyze data related to sustainability performance and generate regular reports.
• Promote awareness and understanding of sustainability issues among employees and stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities for improving water efficiency, energy use, and reducing carbon footprint.
• Collaborate with external organizations, researchers, and industry bodies on sustainability projects.
• Contribute to the company's corporate social responsibility efforts.

Connaissances

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Agriculture, Agronomy, or related field

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a progressive agricultural business with significant operations in the East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking a dedicated Farm Sustainability Coordinator . This role is central to driving and implementing environmentally sound, socially responsible, and economically viable farming practices across the organization. The coordinator will be responsible for developing sustainability strategies, monitoring environmental impact, promoting biodiversity, and ensuring compliance with sustainability standards and certifications. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual passionate about sustainable agriculture to influence practices and contribute to the long-term health of the environment and the agricultural sector in the Eastern Cape . The position offers a hybrid work model, blending remote analysis and reporting with on-site farm assessments in the East London area.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage sustainability initiatives across the company's farming operations.


• Monitor and assess the environmental impact of agricultural activities, including water usage, soil health, and biodiversity.


• Research and recommend best practices for sustainable land management, resource conservation, and waste reduction.


• Ensure compliance with relevant environmental regulations and sustainability certification standards.


• Coordinate with farm managers and staff to implement sustainable practices and provide training.


• Collect and analyze data related to sustainability performance and generate regular reports.


• Promote awareness and understanding of sustainability issues among employees and stakeholders.


• Identify opportunities for improving water efficiency, energy use, and reducing carbon footprint.


• Collaborate with external organizations, researchers, and industry bodies on sustainability projects.


• Contribute to the company's corporate social responsibility efforts.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainable Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field.


• Minimum of 4 years of experience in sustainability coordination, environmental management, or sustainable agriculture.


• Strong understanding of environmental principles, conservation practices, and sustainable farming techniques.


• Familiarity with environmental regulations and sustainability certification schemes relevant to agriculture.


• Experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting on environmental performance indicators.


• Excellent project management and organizational skills.


• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.


• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.


• Willingness to travel to various farm sites within the Eastern Cape province as needed.


• Passion for environmental stewardship and sustainable development in agriculture.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package based on qualifications and experience.


• Flexible hybrid working arrangement.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Paid time off and opportunities for professional development.


• The chance to work for a company committed to sustainable practices.


• Contribution to a healthier environment and a more sustainable agricultural future.


• Supportive and forward-thinking work culture.