Sustainability Officer

Who are we?

Parkwind N.V. is an independent green energy company that develops, finances, and operates offshore wind farms. With more than a decade of experience and 771 megawatts under operational management, Parkwind has four operational windfarms in Belgium and is currently developing projects in Germany (Arcadis Ost 1 – 247 MW) and Ireland (Oriel Windfarm – 330 MW). Parkwind’s global ambitions include several international joint development partnerships and pioneering R&D projects.

Parkwind is committed to making green energy available and affordable for everyone through its unique approach covering the entire value chain of offshore wind, establishing Parkwind as a reliable and competitive partner to communities, governments and suppliers globally .

Composed of over 120 professionals operating from offices in Belgium and Ireland, Parkwind consolidates the offshore wind energy activities of its Belgian shareholder Virya, owned by the Colruyt Group and Korys. Learn more at www.parkwind.eu.

Behind Parkwind’s successes are our people. Working in engineering, technology, finance, operations and more, our 120 employees share an entrepreneurial spirit and a dedication to our company and purpose.

We recruit a wide variety of profiles worldwide, from young graduates to experienced professionals, to help us achieve our ambitious green goals. We need dynamic, purpose-driven enthusiasts who can thrive in a rapidly changing environment, question the status quo and think beyond the limits of their job description.

Work alongside some of the world’s leading offshore energy experts. Learn, grow and develop together with our independent company. Join us in building a sustainable future.

In light of its further international business expansion, Parkwind is looking to enlarge its regulatory and public affairs team with a Sustainability Officer.

Your role:

You will be joining Parkwind’s Regulatory & Public Affairs team and will be involved both at corporate level and at project level. Your main responsibilities will include the following:

• Support the development and implementation of Parkwind’s corporate sustainability strategy;
• Identify, monitor and inform on regulatory developments related to sustainability;
• Monitor the evolution of reporting standards internationally, at EU and national levels and contribute to sustainability reporting at Parkwind or project level;
• Cooperate closely with relevant departments (HSSE, HR, finance, …) and provide input towards the development and implementation of environmental and social management systems and tools;
• Oversee measurement processes across the supply chains (life cycle and criticality assessments) and develop and implement KPI’s – monitor and report on sustainability performance;
• Develop and deliver sustainability briefings and trainings to educate stakeholders and employees on sustainable management practices;
• Provide input to the different projects to manage environmental and nature conservation aspects related to the development of offshore wind projects (EIA and implementation of permit requirements) [as well as social responsibility matters such as human rights and local impact].

You will be a member of a dynamic legal, regulatory and contracting team and will report to the lead Regulatory and Public Affairs.

Your profile:

• You have a master’s degree and/or additional qualifications in environmental science, sustainability, biology, or other related field or you have the required equivalent experience.
• You have 2-3 years of experience, preferably with environmental and social sustainability integration.
• You have knowledge of the renewable energy sector and its sustainability challenges.
• You have a passion for sustainability and its integration in business processes and decision-making.
• You have the ability to manage several topics at the same time without losing oversight.
• You have good diplomatic and social skills and enjoy building relationships with stakeholders.
• You are a team player and possess a high level of integrity.
• You have an analytical mindset, you think strategically and you want to see things through from A-Z.
• You are flexible and willing to travel on an occasional basis.
• You are proficient in English, and fluent in Dutch and/or French.

We offer:

• A position in a stimulating professional environment within a sustainable, fast-growing international industry;
• A challenging function with a lot of variety;
• The ability to develop your personal and professional skills;
• An attractive remuneration based on your skills and achievements combined with an extensive package of extra-legal benefits.