Environmental and Energy Manager (m/f/d), Austria

We are looking for an Environmental and Energy (EE) Manager (full time), to manage and monitor the environmental and energy performance of Wood Products production units at the national level, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and reducing the environmental impact of operations. This includes monitoring and improving the energy efficiency of selected units, as well as coordinating the Integrated Management System (IMS) and other sustainability responsibilities.

Your location will be Ybbs an der Donau (AT) or Brand (AT) or Bad St. Leonhard (AT). You will report to our Director Operational Sustainability, located in Finland, but you will work in close collaboration with the Austrian units Mill Management Teams.

Stora Enso is a leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wooden constructions and paper. Come change the world. And you will change too.

Your tasks and responsibilities

Ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and reporting to authorities

Developing and reporting on measures to enhance environmental, energy, and carbon efficiency

Supporting the organization in environmental and energy matters, including training and best practices

Reviewing compliance with environmental and energy regulations and implementing action plans

Leading investigations into environmental non-compliance and coordinating actions

Identifying and assessing environmental and energy risks

Promoting continuous improvement through goals and action plans

Conducting energy audits and developing energy-saving plans

Developing processes and instructions according to standards and guidelines

Ensuring preparedness for environmental and energy emergencies

Communicating environmental and energy initiatives and organizing team meetings

Managing chemicals, waste, and waste reduction efforts

Representing the unit to internal and external stakeholders and authorities

Supporting and participating in audits and reviews

Providing expert support for projects and procurement

Preparing investments for energy savings and environmental improvements

Undertaking additional sustainability tasks and certification coordination

What we offer

With our values, "Lead and Do what's right", we endeavor to set an example in all aspects of our business as well as sustainability. We dare to take the initiative and constantly ask ourselves what more can we do, what can we do better. This is an excellent opportunity for you to be a part of the journey Stora Enso is on - transforming from a traditional forest industry company, into a renewable materials growth company - an industry with great potential driven by global megatrends.

Join an international, friendly and dynamic team of sustainability experts

Take on challenging and varied tasks and responsibilities

The monthly gross salary for this position is minimum EUR 4.000,00 plus a variable component with the willingness to offer higher pay depending on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

Candidates should hold a mid-level (A-level) degree in energy engineering, preferably complemented by a background in environmental engineering.

Applicants should have practical experience in energy and environmental management within an industrial context.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, effective communication skills, the capacity to motivate others, experience working in matrix organizations, proficiency in team-oriented and results-focused work planning, and adept problem-solving skills.

You provide excellent language skills in German and solid proficiency in English

You adeptly operate in a digital environment and master the common MS Office applications

We expect the capability to work in international teams and independently

Travel ranging from 25-50% mainly in Austria is required for this position

To continue to drive a strong culture we are looking at a number of behaviours in each individual which is based upon our leadership themes set forth for driving our renewable materials agenda:

Customer Needs; Keeps up-to-date with market factors impacting our business and enhance or invent new products and solutions, always considering the customer and consumers perspective.

Business Acumen; Clear understanding of key financial and productivity metrics driving business value across our business as a whole. Has the ability to make decisions quickly on the basis of incomplete information and takes responsibility for own decisions.

Do what's right; Takes responsibility for Stora Enso being a global company that is ethical, safe and free from harassment and discrimination. Acts as an example of Stora Enso's values and Code of Conduct - in difficult times as well as good times.

Inspire & Motivate; Inspires team members in believing in the way forward and encourages a collaborative & communicative working environment. Actively seeks to understand the key motivators of others with the aim to make them grow and perform.

Additional information

Part of the bioeconomy, Stora Enso is a leading global provider of renewable solutions in packaging, biomaterials, wooden constructions and paper. We believe that everything that is made from fossil-based materials today can be made from a tree tomorrow. Stora Enso has some 26 000 employees in over 30 countries. www.storaenso.com

The Wood Products division is a leading provider of innovative wood-based solutions. The product range covers all areas of construction, including massive wood elements and wood components. It also includes a variety of sawn timber goods and pellets for sustainable heating. The emerging product range of biocomposites addresses the opportunities to replace plastics in consumer goods and creates potential in various demanding exterior applications in a cost-competitive way.

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If you are interested in being part of a renowned industrial company then we look forward to receiving your detailed online application latest by 26th of May. For more information, please feel free to contact the Hiring Manager Henni Suvanto (henni.suvanto@storaenso.com). Additionally, Ms. Barbara Czermak, Country HR Head Austria, is also available for any inquiries (barbara.czermak@storaenso.com).