Sustainability Forester

About the role

As the Sustainability Forester at Drax, you will lead local biomass sustainability compliance for Drax US pellet plants. You will support the Sustainability Manager in overseeing in-woods sustainability practices and ensuring compliance with chain-of-custody procedures, fibre sourcing standards, and SBP certifications.

Responsibilities

• Audit of in-woods field inspections
• Conduct fiber source desk reviews to assure compliance with certifications
• Manage the system used to identify, mitigate, and/or enhance habitat conditions for species and ecosystems of concern
• Local oversight to ensure fiber sourcing program adheres to relevant state water quality Best Management Practices (BMPs), certification requirements, and company policies
• Engage with the forest industry, serving as point person on SFI Implementation Committees and collaborating with local conservation partners
• Facilitate the review of in-woods and residual supplier questionnaires to ensure sustainability expectations are aligned between Drax and its feedstock suppliers
• Serve as the sustainability point of contact for the Drax local fibre procurement teams
• Support Sustainability Manager in all activities related to maintenance of the certification program
• Aid in providing information for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) and annual reporting

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Forestry or a related field in Natural Resources
• Applied knowledge of forest management, forest sourcing, or natural resource management
• Experience with forest certification is preferred
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel
• Experience with 3Log and/or other data management systems is preferred
• Familiarity with ArcGIS is preferred
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Collaborative abilities are necessary

Qualifications

• Experience with sustainability and environmental regulations
• Knowledge of forestry practices and sustainability standards
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Skills

• Forest management
• Forestry sourcing
• Natural resource management
• Excel proficiency
• Data management systems (3Log)
• ArcGIS familiarity
• Communication skills
• Collaboration

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, RRSP matching, and a company bonus plan
• Opportunities for growth and development within the company
• A supportive team environment that encourages continuous learning and values contributions

Pay

Competitive wages are offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The schedule is flexible but requires regular attendance at the office in Monroe, LA.