Ref. 16/2026 – Senior Environment & Sustainability Specialist (M/F/D)

Inova-Ria - Associação de Empresas para uma Rede de Inovação em Aveiro; Ílhavo; Presencial; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Opportunities for career growth

Competitive salary package

Resumo da oferta

Inova-Ria is seeking a Senior Sustainability Specialist to lead Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies and manage sustainability projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in environmental management and strong expertise in ESG data analysis.

This role requires advanced knowledge of LCA software and standards including CSRD and GRI. We offer a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and a competitive salary package based on qualifications.

Qualificações

• Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in sustainability or environmental management.
• Advanced knowledge of LCA software and sustainability reporting.
• Strong experience managing complex projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and technically coordinate Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies.
• Develop, update, and validate Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).
• Contribute to Sustainability Reports in accordance with CSRD and GRI.

Conhecimentos

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

ESG data analysis

Project management

Circular economy expertise

Formação académica

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Sustainability

Ferramentas

SimaPro

GaBi

openLCA

One Click LCA

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Jira

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Inova-Ria is supporting the recruitment process for a prestigious member company seeking a Senior Sustainability Specialist.

If you have strong expertise in the circular economy and are looking for an opportunity to make a direct impact on corporate environmental transition, we’d like to hear from you.

• Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and technically coordinate Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) studies.
• Develop, update, and validate Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), ensuring compliance with applicable standards and Product Category Rules (PCRs).
• Support the implementation and maintenance of Digital Product Passports (DPPs), ensuring the collection, organization, and management of the required product information.
• Contribute to the preparation of Sustainability Reports in accordance with CSRD, ESRS, GRI, and other applicable reporting frameworks.
• Collect, analyse, and validate Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) data.
• Ensure technical compliance of sustainability projects with national and European regulatory and normative requirements.
• Collaborate in defining methodologies, processes, and tools to support sustainability service delivery.
• Monitor developments in sustainability, circular economy, decarbonisation, and environmental regulations.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of methodologies and the organization’s sustainability service portfolio.
• Produce technical content, studies, and supporting documentation.

Ideal Candidate

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in sustainability, environmental management, or specialised consulting projects.
• Advanced knowledge of Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) software, including SimaPro, GaBi, openLCA, and One Click LCA.
• Strong experience in ESG data analysis and sustainability reporting.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and leading multidisciplinary teams.

Technical Skills & Tools

Life Cycle Assessment Software

• SimaPro
• GaBi
• openLCA
• One Click LCA
• Ecoinvent
• EF Database
• Other industry-specific environmental databases

Standards & Frameworks

• ISO 14040
• ISO 14044
• ISO 14025
• EN 15804
• GRI
• ESRS
• CSRD
• GHG Protocol
• EU Taxonomy

ESG & Sustainability Reporting

• Corporate ESG reporting platforms
• Sustainability performance management tools
• Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
• Power BI

Project Management

• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Planner
• Jira
• Equivalent project management tools
• Microsoft 365
• Teams
• SharePoint
• Word
• PowerPoint

Digital Product Passport Platforms

• Digital Product Passport (DPP) management solutions
• Product traceability and product information management platforms

Carbon Accounting Tools

• Organisational and product carbon footprint calculation platforms
• Greenhouse Gas (GHG) accounting software
• Advanced expertise in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in accordance with ISO 14040 and ISO 14044.
• Experience coordinating and preparing Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), including scope definition, data collection, modelling, verification, and publication.
• Strong knowledge of the technical and regulatory requirements related to the Digital Product Passport (DPP).
• Proven experience preparing Sustainability Reports in accordance with CSRD, ESRS, GRI, and other international reporting standards.
• In-depth understanding of the EU Taxonomy, the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), and the broader European sustainability regulatory framework.
• Ability to manage complex projects involving multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Expertise in ESG data collection, validation, and analysis methodologies.
• Experience defining and monitoring sustainability KPIs, environmental performance indicators, and carbon footprint metrics.
• Proficiency with LCA software and sustainability data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical skills, technical accuracy, and attention to detail.

Relevant Professional Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in sustainability, environmental management, or specialised sustainability consulting.
• Proven track record leading and delivering Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) projects across different industrial sectors.
• Experience implementing Digital Product Passport (DPP) requirements.
• Experience preparing and reviewing Sustainability Reports for medium‑size and large organisations.
• Participation in projects involving Life Cycle Assessment, carbon footprinting, circular economy, and decarbonisation.
• Experience working with certification bodies, independent verifiers, clients, and regulatory authorities.
• Experience managing technical teams and supervising specialist service delivery.
• Demonstrated ability to define methodologies, plan activities, ensure quality control, and meet project deadlines.
• Experience identifying business opportunities and developing sustainability‑related services.

Nice to Have

• LCA Practitioner certification or advanced training in Life Cycle Assessment.
• Experience implementing ESG programmes and corporate sustainability strategies.
• Advanced knowledge of CSRD, ESRS, EU Taxonomy, and ESPR.
• Experience participating in international sustainability, circular economy, or environmental digitalisation projects.
• Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Knowledge of Power BI, Business Intelligence tools, and ESG platforms.
• Experience with decarbonisation programmes, Net Zero strategies, and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions accounting.
• Participation in technical working groups, industry associations, or sustainability initiatives.
• Fluent English, with experience managing international projects and clients.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative working environment.
• Genuine opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• A competitive salary package, commensurate with qualifications and demonstrated experience.