Sustainability Engineer (Freshgraduate encouraged to apply)
About Our Client Our client is a distinguished global leader in the manufacturing sector and a prominent constituent of the Bursa Malaysia FTSE450. Headquartered in their corporate hub, they are dedicated to driving large-scale industrial excellence through a robust commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable innovation. Job Summary As a Sustainability Engineer within the Group Sustainability team, you will be pivotal in shaping the organization’s green roadmap. You will bridge the gap between corporate strategy and plant operations, ensuring data-driven compliance and pioneering new initiatives in carbon footprint reduction and social responsibility. Job Responsibilities Strategic Monitoring: Plan and oversee sustainability management activities across the entire Group of companies to ensure alignment with corporate goals. Data Governance: Lead the collection and collation of qualitative and quantitative sustainability data to support transparent reporting and performance tracking. Compliance & Auditing: Conduct regular site assessments to identify implementation gaps and advise management on corrective actions for regulatory compliance. Operational Integration: Collaborate directly with plant operation teams to develop and execute actionable sustainability roadmaps. Environmental Conservation: Spearhead improvements in resource management, including water security, air pollution control, recycling, and waste reduction. Research & Innovation: Identify and investigate critical areas such as renewable energy, climate change, and carbon footprint optimization. Social Impact & Advocacy: Analyze human influence on the environment and advise departments on human rights and social impact requirements. Stakeholder Advisory: Act as a consultant to internal policymakers regarding environmental best practices and emerging global standards. Requirements Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Environmental Studies , Environmental Engineering, or a related Sustainability field. Experience: A minimum of 2–3 years of proven experience in the environmental or sustainability sector. Fresh graduates are highly encouraged to apply. Internship experience in ESG, carbon footprinting, or ISO standards is a plus. Technical Knowledge: Deep familiarity with local and international environmental standards, with specific expertise in Climate Change, Pollution Control, and Resource Management. Soft Skills: Analytical mindset with creative problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently with minimal supervision. Communication: Proficiency in Mandarin , English and Bahasa Malaysia is essential for technical reporting; the ability to speak Mandarin is a significant advantage. Mobility: Advanced skills in Microsoft Office and a willingness to travel to various sites as required.