Sustainability Manager

Capella Hotel Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel organization in Singapore seeks a Sustainability Manager to lead the Environmental, Social, and Governance strategy across properties. The role involves developing sustainability initiatives, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with global standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related fields and at least 5 years of relevant experience in the hospitality industry. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sustainability roles within the hospitality industry, preferably at a corporate level.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and sustainability reporting tools.
• Familiarity with EarthCheck, GSTC, and other sustainability frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute group-wide sustainability strategies.
• Lead the Green Team initiative, tracking energy and waste consumption.
• Prepare sustainability reports for stakeholders and certifications.
• Conduct EarthCheck Sustainability training for property teams.
• Work with property-level champions to translate policies into actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in PowerPoint

Knowledge of sustainability reporting tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

Position Summary

The Sustainability Manager is responsible for leading and implementing the group’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy across all properties. This role ensures alignment with global standards such as EarthCheck, drives measurable environmental and social impact, and fosters a culture of sustainability throughout the organisation. The manager will collaborate with property teams, corporate departments, and external partners to embed sustainability into operations, compliance, and guest experience.

The Role

• Strategic Leadership & Compliance
  • Develop and execute group-wide sustainability strategies in line with Capella’s brand values and EarthCheck certification requirements.
  • Lead the Green Team initiative, coordinating bi-monthly meetings and tracking energy, water, waste, and plastic consumption across properties and driving sustainability efforts at the Corporate Office through strategic partnerships and agreements.
  • Ensure compliance with sustainability audits and reporting standards, including EarthCheck, GSTC, and internal KPIs.
• Performance Monitoring & Reporting
  • Track and analyse environmental metrics such as carbon emissions, water usage, and waste generation, using dashboards and trackers.
  • Prepare sustainability reports for internal stakeholders and external certifications, including the annual Capella Hotel Group Sustainability Report.
• Training & Engagement
  • Conduct EarthCheck Sustainability training for Department Heads and property teams.
  • Promote sustainability awareness and engagement through CSR programmes, events, and internal communications.
  • Develop communication strategies to raise awareness and drive colleague and teammate engagement in sustainability initiatives.
  • Represent the Group at sustainability forums, hospitality conferences, and industry working groups.
• Project Management & Innovation
  • Work closely with property-level sustainability champions and General Managers to translate Group policies into measurable on-site actions.
  • Partner with brand and operations leaders to integrate sustainability principles into guest experience and procurement.

Talent Profile

• Qualification

  Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Hospitality Management, or related field.

• Work Experience

  Minimum 5 years of experience in sustainability roles within the hospitality industry, preferably at a corporate level.

• Technical Skills

  Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and sustainability reporting tools.

• Familiarity with EarthCheck, GSTC, and other sustainability frameworks.