Environment and Carbon Reduction Specialist

Overview

Sobeys is full of exciting opportunities and we are always looking for bright new talent to join our team! We currently have a full time opportunity for an Environment and Carbon Reduction Specialist. This role is based out of one our office in Dartmouth, NS, Montreal; QC.

At Sobeys we are committed to climate action and sustainability. Come join our Sobeys climate action team in the Real Estate division as the
Environment and Carbon Reduction Specialist, In our Energy and Carbon Reduction team. Part of our Climate Action Plan is to reduce our carbon footprint by 55% by 2030 and to be
net zero by 2040
. We are searching for a teammate who is passionate about the environment and sustainability and can coordinate environment and climate action projects and is a change management champion.

This role will work within our real estate, energy and carbon reduction team to support the timely planning and execution of environmental remediation, and climate action projects. This includes:

• Environmental assessment and remediation project specialist for property transactions for the National Real Estate, Construction, and Fuels Teams. Environmental management of Sobeys property portfolio, including regulatory compliance, remediation and management planning
• Prepare quarterly environmental report for Board of Directors
• Support Sobeys 2030 climate action strategy, including project implementation and execution and reporting,
• ensure the projects are completed on time and budget
• Create and manage PO’s, change orders, and invoicing
• Source and procure site-specific equipment for the program
• Investigate new /emerging scope one emissions reducing technologies that can be implemented in our grocery stores.

• Bachelor’s degree or technical degree in field such as science, sustainability, environmental sciences, or engineering, or commerce
• 3-5 years related experience in environmental management emphasis on contaminated site regulations, project coordination, sustainability and/ or energy management, strategy, and implementation
• Strong preference:
  Bilingual (Eng / Fr)
• A strong technical competence in Microsoft Office applications, including word, excel, PowerPoint and outlook.
• A strong understanding and working knowledge of green building practices and reporting such as LEED, GRESB, and others.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as member of large national team.

Sobeys is one of Canada’s leading grocery retailers, with more than 1,600 stores across all 10 provinces and banners including Sobeys, Safeway, IGA, Foodland, Fresh Co, Thrifty Foods, and Lawtons Drug Stores. Our 128,000 teammates and franchise affiliates are passionate about delivering great food and exceptional experiences to our customers and communities.

Learn more about our story and culture:

Who We Are | Why Work With Us

We offer a Total Rewards package designed to support teammates at work and in life.

• Depending on role and eligibility, teammates may receive health and dental benefits, retirement and savings programs including an Employee Share Ownership Plan, a 10% in-store discount at participating banners, virtual healthcare and an Employee and Family Assistance Program, learning and development opportunities, parental leave top-up, and paid vacation.

Sobeys is committed to providing a compensation structure that is flexible, equitable and competitive in the market to enable performance and growth. Individual compensation is determined based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity within the range provided.

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