LCA / Carbon Footprint Engineer

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a passionate LCA / Carbon Footprint Engineer to contribute to sustainability efforts in the agriculture and food system. This role involves delivering consulting projects, developing carbon footprint models, and engaging with clients to implement sustainability strategies. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, utilizing strong analytical skills and LCA software to drive impactful results. Join a forward-thinking company that values sustainability and offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions can make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical, Industrial Engineering or similar required.
• Experience with GHG Protocol Corporate Standard is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver CF & LCA consulting projects and products.
• Develop carbon footprint and LCA models and tools.

Skills

Carbon emissions measurement

Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)

Carbon sequestration/removals

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Client service orientation

Time management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering

Postgraduate degree in Engineering

Tools

OpenLCA

SimaPro

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Our client is looking for an LCA / Carbon Footprint Engineer to join their team in Cape Town, WC. The company operates within the agriculture and food system, providing consulting services and online applications that support sustainability efforts across international supply chains. The successful candidate will play a key role in carbon footprinting and life cycle assessment (LCA) projects, contributing to the development and implementation of sustainability strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver CF & LCA consulting projects and products.
• Develop carbon footprint, LCA, and carbon sequestration models and data collection tools.
• Interpret and integrate the latest CF, LCA, and sequestration/removal protocols and standards.
• Validate and analyze client CF & LCA data.
• Manage projects and engage with clients.
• Conduct desk and field research in relevant sustainability fields.
• Develop emissions and sequestration calculation tools and solutions.
• Prepare reports and presentations on findings and recommendations.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Engineering (Chemical, Industrial, or similar).
• Passion for sustainability with knowledge of carbon emissions measurement, LCA, carbon sequestration/removals, and carbon emissions reporting.
• Work experience in a related field.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply detailed CF, LCA, and sequestration methodologies and protocols.
• Experience with the GHG Protocol Corporate Standard is an advantage.
• Proficiency in LCA software such as OpenLCA or SimaPro is beneficial.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to present results and engage with clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills; Afrikaans proficiency is an advantage.
• Strong client service orientation, adaptability, and time management skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, and take initiative.
• Valid SA driver’s license and own transport.

Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

Apply for this role today, contact Abigail King at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website:hireresolve.usor email us your CV:[emailprotected]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.