Sustainability Expert – Carbon, GHG & ESG (Environmental)

Company DescriptionWe are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Sustainability Expert - Carbon & Climate to deliver high-quality sustainability and climate advisory services. The role focuses on GHG accounting and verification, LCA/EPD assessments, decarbonization strategies, climate risk assessments, ESG audits, and carbon market-related projects.The ideal candidate is a technically strong Environmental Engineer with consulting experience, a positive and proactive mindset, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.ResponsibilitiesConduct Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions calculations in accordance with IPCC Guidelines, ISO 14064-1, GHG Protocol, CBAM requirements.Perform GHG verification and validation activities in line with: ISO 14064-3, International verification standards.Develop decarbonization strategies and carbon reduction roadmaps for industrial facilities aligned with: SBTi requirements, Net-zero and corporate climate commitments.Conduct Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and prepare Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs).Support climate project calculation, validation, and verification (e.g., VCS and other voluntary carbon standards).Perform climate risk assessments aligned with: IFRS S2, TCFD framework.Conduct environmental and ESG audits against: UAE environmental legislation & International environmental standards.Provide advisory support for ESG ratings and disclosures, including: CDP, EcoVadis, Other ESG benchmarking platforms.Prepare high-quality technical reports, client presentations, and audit documentation.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering (required)Minimum 4-5 years of relevant professional experience in sustainability, carbon accounting, or climate consultingStrong knowledge of international sustainability and carbon standards.GHG accounting and reporting (ISO 14064, GHG Protocol, IPCC)GHG verification and audit processesIndustrial decarbonisation planningLCA methodology and EPD developmentClimate-related financial risk assessments (IFRS S2 / TCFD)ESG environmental audits and complianceCarbon market mechanisms and climate project methodologiesFamiliarity with CBAM requirements#J-18808-Ljbffr