Contract Verifier, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)

SCS Global Services; United States; Remote; USD 111,000 - 185,000; Part time

Job summary

SCS Global Services in the United States is seeking a Freelance (Contract) Verifier to conduct independent verifications of operators’ emission reports and monitoring systems under the ETS Directive. You will perform desk-based reviews and onsite assessments across the USA, collaborating with SCS B.V.’s technical team while maintaining impartiality.

This contract role offers flexible project-based engagements across ETS activity groups, requires EU ETS verifier qualifications or trainee status,

Qualifications

• EU ETS Verifier qualification or trainee status under an EU NAB-accredited body.
• At least 2 years of professional ETS/GHG verification experience.
• Degree in engineering, environmental science, chemistry, or related field.
• Fluent English with Turkish language proficiency.
• Strong communication and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with MS Office and collaboration tools.
• Residence in Europe and willingness to travel for onsite verifications.

Responsibilities

• Verify emission data and monitoring systems per CBAM, ISO 14065, EA-6/03.
• Assess data collection methods, controls, data flow, and internal controls for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform onsite verifications across ETS activity groups 3–9 as listed.
• Provide clear verification reports with robust evidence.
• Communicate findings to clients and SCS B.V. leads.
• Ensure compliance with quality procedures and accreditation requirements.

Skills

Fluent English

Turkish language

MS Office

Collaboration tools

Education

Technical degree in engineering/environmental science/chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams/Zoom

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SCS Global Services is a trusted leader in independent certification and sustainability verification, with more than 40 years of experience worldwide.

Our European entity, SCS B.V., is expanding verification services under the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) to support credible and transparent climate action across Europe’s industrial sectors.

SCS B.V. is also preparing to expand into Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) verification activities in 2026.

Role Overview

As a Freelance (Contract) Verifier, you will perform independent verification of operators’ emission reports and monitoring systems under the ETS Directive.
Assignments include both desk-based reviews and onsite assessments across the USA.
Contractors may also be engaged to perform technical reviews of verification reports prepared by other verifiers, depending on experience and qualifications.

You will collaborate with SCS B.V.’s technical team while maintaining professional independence and impartiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct verification of emission data and monitoring systems in line with the CBAM Directive, ISO 14065, and EA-6/03.
• Assess data collection methods, control systems, data flow, and internal controls for completeness and accuracy.
• Perform onsite verifications for installations in the following ETS activity groups:

• Group 3: Production of coke, metal ore, pig iron or steel (blast furnaces)
• Group 4: Production and processing of non-ferrous metals, including secondary aluminum and metal alloys
• Group 5: Primary production of aluminum
• Group 6: Production of cement, lime, glass, ceramic, and gypsum products
• Group 7: Production of pulp, paper, and cardboard
• Groups 8–9: Production of chemicals

• Apply appropriate sampling and materiality assessments.
• Produce clear, detailed verification reports supported by robust evidence.
• Communicate findings and corrective actions effectively to clients and SCS B.V. technical leads.
• Ensure that all verification work complies with SCS B.V. quality procedures and accreditation requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Qualified or trainee EU ETS Verifier under an EU NAB-accredited conformity assessment body.
• At least 2 years of professional experience conducting ETS, GHG, or related industrial verifications.
• Technical degree (engineering, environmental science, chemistry, or related field) – or equivalent professional experience in relevant sectors.
• Solid understanding of ISO 14065, EA-6/03, and EU ETS verification requirements.
• Fluent English, plus working proficiency in Turkish (additional European languages an advantage).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom, etc.).
• Residence within Europe and willingness to travel regularly for onsite verifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lead Verifier status under ETS or other GHG schemes.
• Prior experience with one or more relevant industrial sectors (steel, metals, aluminum, cement, chemicals, pulp & paper).
• Experience reviewing verification reports and implementing internal technical review processes.
• Experience working under national accreditation systems (RvA, DAkkS, UKAS, ENAC, etc.).

Why Work with SCS B.V.

• Join a globally recognized verification body with an expanding US footprint.
• Contribute directly to USA's decarbonization and climate-compliance goals.
• Flexible, project-based contracts matched to your sector expertise.
• Collaborative technical network and knowledge exchange opportunities.
• Competitive day rates and consistent engagement across multiple verification cycles