Director - Environment - Sustainability - APAC

DP WORLD ASIA PACIFIC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and port operator is seeking a Director in Environment within their APAC Sustainability Team. This role involves developing and implementing environmental strategies across the region, managing environmental risks, and collaborating with various teams to drive sustainability initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of related experience and a degree in Environmental Science. This position is based in Singapore.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of related experience managing and overseeing Environmental programs.
• Experience in environmental management, ISO 14001 and Environmental Impact Assessments.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships at all levels within the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of environmental strategies and targeted programmes.
• Work with regional teams to drive performance and facilitate knowledge sharing.
• Provide technical support for environmental reporting and monitoring framework.

Skills

Environmental management

Regulatory stakeholder management

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Masters/Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science or equivalent

Job description

Director – Environment – Sustainability - APAC

DP World is seeking a Director in Environment as part of our APAC Sustainability Team. In this role, the ideal candidate will be involved in developing and implementing environmental strategies and targeted programmes in APAC in line with DP World's vision of zero harm to people and the environment.

This role includes leading the development and implementation of environmental programs and strategies to understand, prevent, reduce and manage environmental risks. You will assist with the rollout of Global Environmental requirements at a regional level and in a regional context that are practicable and implementable.

Key Accountabilities

Regional role

• Work with Vice President – Sustainability – APAC in strategic planning of regional environmental goals and targets which are data driven
• Work with the Global HSE team on the rollout of global environmental projects in the region
• Mentor, advise and support regional business unit-based Environment / HSE Managers in the practical application of group level strategy, programmes and targets
• Provide support to region and business unit in understanding potential environmental impacts and ensure that appropriate plans, mitigation and monitoring are developed and implemented, as needed
• Chair regional environmental meetings and workgroups with the business units to drive performance and facilitate knowledge sharing
• Manage continual environmental improvement at regional and business unit level(s) through the development of programs, standards, training, and good practices
• Advise business on environmental requirements in new acquisition(s) and development projects
• Liaise with Head Office and other regional departments in support of joint initiatives and projects.

Environmental programme management

• Lead the development and implementation of APAC environmental programs and strategies in line with DP World strategies with focus on water, waste, contamination, drainage, etc
• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of environmental tools, initiatives, and projects
• Provide technical support in the development of environmental reporting and monitoring framework and systems to report and monitor business environmental performance
• Provide technical support to commercial strategies regarding winning business on environmental performance or approach
• Provide technical support in the analyses and reporting of environmental performance internally (Board and Annual Reports) and externally (such as different ESG ratings led by Group Sustainability, Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP))
• Collaborate to prepare for responses to external requirements regarding environmental performance and management and ESG reporting
• Provide technical support in reviewing environmental impact assessments for new projects and expansion work as needed
• Lead the development and implementation of specific environmental training as required to raise environmental knowledge and awareness within APAC
• Promote and raise awareness, at all levels of the organization, of the impact of emerging environmental issues (water, waste, biodiversity)
• Provide expertise on regulatory stakeholder and data requirements
• Represent DP World APAC region and actively participate in industry related environmental organizations and liaise with peers to keep aware of industry standards and regulatory changes or amendments
• Undertake environmental inspections and audits across APAC business units

Qualifications, Experience, and Skills

• Masters/Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science or equivalent
• At least 10 years of related experience with managing and overseeing Environmental programs
• Experience in environmental management, ISO 14001 and Environmental Impact Assessments
• Experience in managing Ports and Terminals/ Warehouse/ Logistics/ Supply Chain relevant industry knowledge will be a plus
• Experience in development and execution of strategies, programs, standards, and policies
• Experience of regulatory stakeholder management
• Experience of team and consultant management
• Project management experience
• Ability to develop strong working relationships at all levels within the organisation
• Ability to recognise issues, analyse, formulate and implement appropriate solutions

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Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

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About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 114,000 employees from 162 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. In Asia Pacific, DP World employs almost 10,000 people and has ports and terminals in 18 locations.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What’s more, we’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

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