Corporate Sustainability Specialist

Stella-Jones

The Role

Overview

Lead sustainability strategy, ESG reporting, and cross‑functional initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • esg reporting
  • energy efficiency
  • water management
  • sustainability strategy
  • disclosure management
  • forestry sourcing

Tasks

-Supporting sustainable forestry and responsible sourcing programs that align with our core values. -Stay informed on emerging sustainability trends, disclosure standards, and regulations. -Oversee ESG data collection, validation, and reporting to ensure compliance and transparency. -Supporting energy efficiency initiatives to reduce environmental impact and improve operational performance at our plants. -Collaborate with supply chain, forestry, and operations to identify and drive impactful projects. -Manage sustainability disclosure deliverables, including aligning financial reporting with the CSSB Sustainability Disclosure Framework. -Developing water management and conservation projects that go beyond compliance. -Support process improvements, communications, and stakeholder engagement. -Lead the development and execution of Stella-Jones’ sustainability strategy. -Building a company-wide sustainability roadmap that brings together diverse teams under a shared sustainability vision.

Requirements

  • 3+ years
  • esg
  • stakeholder eng
  • bilingual
  • forestry
  • ghg protocol

What You Bring

This position will be based at our Montreal office with a hybrid work schedule (in-office with some remote). You will collaborate with leaders from forestry, operations, supply chain, engineering, and corporate functions to integrate sustainability into everyday decision-making and long-term business planning. -3 or more years of experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental management and/or governance required; 5 or more years preferred. -Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills; able to influence across all levels. -Bilingual (English/French). -Background in forestry, supply chain, or energy efficiency engineering considered an asset. -Excellent knowledge of sustainability frameworks (CSSB, GRI, SASB, TCFD, GHG Protocol). -Proven experience managing sustainability reporting and regulatory disclosure.

Benefits

-Retirement program (RRSP) with generous Company match (150% of employee's 4% contribution) -Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) -Career advancement opportunities -Short-Term and Long-Term disability coverage -Company Share Purchase Program with 25% Company contribution match -Competitive compensation -Annual Profit Share Program -Extended health and dental coverage

The Company

About Stella-Jones

-A leading global supplier of wood products for utility, industrial, and residential markets. -Specializes in manufacturing pressure-treated wood products, including railway ties, utility poles, and residential lumber. -Operates in North America and Europe, with an expansive network of production facilities and distribution centers. -Known for strong financial performance and a solid reputation for reliability and product excellence. -Typical projects include the supply of utility poles for power grids, railway ties for rail infrastructure, and treated wood products for residential use. -Highly specialized in delivering tailored solutions for industries like utilities and transportation, ensuring long-lasting and durable materials. -A trusted partner for large-scale infrastructure projects, known for the strength and quality of its treated wood products. -Continually innovates to address evolving market demands.

Sector Specialisms

Electrical Utilities

Telecommunications

Railway Operators

Residential Retail

Industrial

Marine

Civic

Outdoor Applications

Railway Bridges and Crossings

Marine Pilings

Foundation Pilings

Construction Timbers

Residential Lumber

Railway Ties

Utility Poles