Sustainability Specialist

Are you passionate about working strategically and operationally with Sustainability & ESG in a corporate setting? Are you motivated by contributing to a purpose-driven company committed to providing ever better energy? Wonderful We are on the lookout for a Sustainability Project Lead to join our Compliance & Sustainability team, where you will have a pivotal role in developing and implementing our sustainability ambitions.

BWSC – Ever better energy
Join us in our mission in building a world of sustainable energy and make a meaningful impact on the world of power generation and energy conversion.

BWSC is a leading player in the power generation industry, specializing in the service, operations, and maintenance of power plants. We are at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, working closely with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to develop and construct cutting-edge power-to-x facilities. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and environmental stewardship sets us apart in the industry.

What will you be doing?
With anchoring in our ‘People & Compliance function’, you will be based in our dedicated Compliance & Sustainability team driving the operational implementation of Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).

As our Sustainability Project Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring we as a company adhere to our sustainability regulatory requirements and meet our sustainability goals.

You will report to the Chief People Office and work closely with the colleagues in the Compliance and Sustainability team, from our office in Allerød, Denmark.

• Drive the operational implementation of CSRD including:
• Conducting double materiality assessment
• Mapping and analysis of ESG impacts, risks and opportunities
• Working with a range of internal and external stakeholders on a range of sustainability initiatives
• Conducting Climate Account for BWSC, among leading BWSC to achieve our environmental regulatory requirements
• Conducting Gap Analysis
• Develop targets and metrics for implementation
• Monitoring sustainability legislation

What do you bring to the field?
We foresee that the ideal candidate is passionate about sustainability and the journey towards greener energy. Experience with sustainability and the implementation of CSRD either in-house or from a consultant role.

Further, the ideal candidate can translate strategic plans into actions and enjoys both driving/leading the implementation and diving into details, establishing processes and systems as needed.

To be successful in this role, you are self-driven and take initiative and can work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• You have an educational background within Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sustainability, environmental compliance, or a related field within an engineering or industrial context.
• Knowledge of CSRD: In-depth understanding of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and its implications for companies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and regulations.
• Proven ability to manage and lead complex projects, with attention to detail and deadlines.
• You are a team player with good interpersonal skills both when it comes to interacting with colleagues and other key stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT in general.

What do we offer?
By joining BWSC, you get the chance to impact and add to meaningful projects that promote sustainability and environmental responsibility.

We offer an exciting position in a diverse, skilled, and collaborative team, where we are passionate about progressing the company forward within and across our areas of expertise.

Further, we promote opportunities for professional development and growth - this is your chance to utilize your specialist competences.

We have a good canteen, fitness facilities, and an active Staff Club contributing with various types of events and activities. Our HQ is placed in Allerød, near the train station and only a 30 min ride from the center of Copenhagen.

We look forward to hearing from you.

You apply by following the link below.

We will review applications and proceed with relevant candidates on an ongoing basis, so please make sure to apply as soon as possible – and no later than 30th September 2024. We look forward to receiving your application; if you have any questions regarding the position, please do not hesitate to contact CPO, Christa Bjerre at or Compliance Specialist Andre Jotle at

BWSC wants to promote equality and diversity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply - regardless of ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or age. We therefore recommend not stating age etc. on application documents.

Get to know us even better at our website, where you can learn more about our projects, our strategy, and what we want to achieve at BWSC.

BWSC no longer receives, or handles applications received via email due to the directives of the GDPR. For your application to be processed, you must submit your application via our online recruitment system.

About BWSC
Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor A/S (BWSC) is a global power plant Operation & Maintenance and technical service provider with engineering expertise, enabling power plant owners to deliver cleaner and affordable energy. We are experts in servicing, upgrading, operating, and maintaining energy systems for diesel, natural gas, and renewable baseload power plants. We help our customers increase reliability and availability of energy production, improve efficiency and performance of their power plant, design and integrate future-proof technologies, and secure lower cost of maintenance. At BWSC, we work with customers in Europe and beyond to tackle energy storage, carbon capture, Power-to-X, and related energy transition challenges.

Our people are at the core of everything we do and key to a positive relationship with our customers. We invest in our people and their wellbeing, to ensure continued success and growth of the company.

Department: Burmeister & Wain Scandinavian Contractor A/S
Deadline: 30 September 2024
Location: Gydevang 35, 2450, Allerød, Danmark