About the role
The Environment and Sustainability Specialist operates at the site level within the SHE department, directly reporting to the SHE Manager. The role collaborates cross-functionally with various site teams and integrates into the overall energy management strategy of the company. Core internal stakeholders are the plant manager, SHE manager, project engineers, process & manufacturing excellence teams, and maintenance & production teams. External stakeholders include suppliers, contractors, energy consultants, regulatory authorities, and auditors.
The activities are based on the execution of the environmental and sustainability routines, maintaining compliance, permits, and supporting the company’s sustainability goals by identifying and implementing water-saving initiatives. This role also ensures the site meets its environment-related regulatory requirements and contributes to overall cost savings through waste management. The mission is to perform the routine actions described in the environmental and circular economy concept reducing the environmental impact, managing environmental incidents, and waste, implementing training, gemba walks, reviewing and consolidating permits and regulation gap analysis, executing the environment management system basic requirements, assess the applicability of best practices.
The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the company’s environment and sustainability goals by driving environment routines execution.
Key responsibilities
1. GAP analysis permits and legislation
Level of Involvement: Responsibility to review critically the report from the agency or consultant, preparing for the meeting with plant manager
Frequency: 2 times a year
Stakeholders: SHE Manager, Plant Manager, Site Management Team, external environmental consultants
The Environment specialist will be responsible for reviewing the report from the external agency, defining a list of projects to close the gaps with permits and legislation compliance. This includes setting clear, actionable milestones, assessing the feasibility of potential solutions. The plan must be periodically updated.
2. ERA - Environmental risk assessment
Level of Involvement: Full responsibility – direct execution
Frequency: Yearly assessment and daily action execution
Stakeholders: SHE Manager, Plant Manager, Site Management Team, external environmental consultants
The environmental specialist will be responsible for performing the ERA on a yearly basis. All actions to be defined, tracked and followed up according to the defined procedure.
3. EMS – Environmental management system - Basic requirements
Level of Involvement: Full responsibility – lead & manage
Frequency: Weekly/Monthly
Stakeholders: SHE Manager, Plant Manager, Site Management Team, external environmental consultants
The Environment specialist will be responsible for defining the actions to be able to meet the basic requirements on the EMS. Following up actions and securing activities are done to meet the defined procedures.
4. Environment incident reporting and root cause analysis
Level of Involvement: Full responsibility
Frequency: Weekly and monthly (compliance review)
Stakeholders: SHE Manager, Plant Manager, Site Management Team, external environmental consultants
The Environment specialist will be responsible for performing the incident analysis and root cause analysis together with the local team. The Environment specialist will be the facilitator and secure that all relevant incidents are shared according to defined procedure.
5. Waste management and reporting
Level of Involvement: Full responsibility – direct execution of certification and audits
Frequency: Monthly (compliance review)
Stakeholders: SHE Manager, Plant Manager, Site Management Team, external environmental consultants
The environmental specialist ensures the site is following the group defines procedure for waste management and performs Gemba with the team focusing on waste.
6. Training and Engaging Operators and Technicians
Level of Involvement: Full responsibility – plan and deliver training, build environmental culture
Frequency: Monthly (trainings, leading site energy team)
Stakeholders: SHE Manager, Plant Manager, Site Management Team, external environmental consultants
The Environment specialist is responsible for raising awareness and training the site’s operational teams on best practices. This includes running meetings, hands-on training sessions, leading GEMBA walks, regular updates on environmental legislations. Develop and manage a site level recognition program for environmental awareness.
6. Regular Reporting on Environment Performance and main BPI’s PPI’s, CAPA and general safety dashboard management
Level of Involvement: Full responsibility – prepare and present reports
Frequency: Daily
Stakeholders: SHE Manager, Plant Manager, Site Management Team, external environmental consultants
The Environmental Specialist is responsible for tracking and reporting performance data, non-conformity, CAPA, EMS, performance, and compliance from audit internal and external. This reporting serves as the foundation for decision-making at both site and corporate levels.
Communication requirements (both internal and external):
● Daily updates with the SHE manager regarding ongoing projects and activities
● Monthly meetings with Site Management and the SHE Manager to review performance and discuss future initiatives
● Regular collaboration with the Global Environmental Team for alignment on company-wide strategies and reporting
● Annual or as-needed communication with regulatory bodies and auditors to ensure compliance with laws and certifications
● Collaboration with external consultants for audits and improvement recommendations
Technical Environment Expertise
The candidate must have a deep understanding of environmental management systems, environmental aspects, permits, and regulations.
Project Management Skills
Proven ability to lead and execute energy-saving projects from concept to implementation. The candidate must be able to manage budgets, resources, timelines, and risks associated with these projects.
Analytical Thinking
Skills in analyzing data and patterns to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement. The ability to translate data insights into actionable strategies is essential.
Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge
Familiarity with local environmental regulations is crucial. The candidate must be able to ensure ongoing compliance and lead audit preparations, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail in documentation and processes. Knowledge of ISO 14001 standards is considered a plus.
Barry Callebaut can offer you a challenging and dynamic international environment that includes a broad range of opportunities for personal growth and development. Apply for one of our interesting positions and start a great career in the wonderful world of CHOCOLATE. Barry Callebaut is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair and accessible employment practices that attract and retain talented employees. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at the Brantford site.