Waste Management Specialist

We 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.

The Waste Management Specialist will perform various greenhouse gas (GHG) related waste management services for clients in the US & Canada.  Those services include but are not limited to virtual and on-site verification audits, validation and verification of waste and other industrial carbon offset projects in regulatory and voluntary schemes, development of science-based targets, emissions reduction strategy development, waste surveys and waste minimization strategies, setting and achieving net zero targets, and providing GHG training.

• Assist with and conduct desktop and field validations and verifications of waste carbon offset projects.
• Audit carbon offset projects in the waste handling and disposal sector
• Assess, develop, and implement waste characterization studies and other assessments to evaluate waste management technologies and strategies.
• Quantify various attributes from waste-related data, including statistical metrics
• Monitor contract compliance and results of waste activities to assure adherence to regulatory requirements and/or carbon market requirements.
• Assess projects for waste-related carbon emissions reductions.
• Conduct interviews with landfill owners, waste processing equipment manufacturers, and related vendors.
• Prepare validation/verification and sampling plans, project reports, and articles.
• Support management with special waste-related projects and workflow process improvements and other duties as assigned.
• Consultation on waste handling and disposal project development and establishment
• Prepare and present educational programs for professionals in the waste handling and disposal industry regarding protocols, methodologies, issues and opportunities
• Assist in delivering public and private greenhouse gas (GHG) or waste minimization solutions training for clients
• Develop new leads for projects, evaluate opportunity and make recommendations to management, prepare proposals, including cost estimates

Education and Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, environmental, engineering, or relevant discipline
• 2 years of experience with greenhouse gas (GHG) standards (CARB, GHG Protocol, ISO-14064, TCFD)

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in science, environmental, engineering, or relevant discipline

Licenses and Certifications

• Accredited verifier in relevant regulatory schemes, e.g. California Air Resources Board

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

Required:

• Language Skills – Fluent in English
• Ability to manage and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced, highly professional environment.
• Candidates must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills including grammar and composition.
• Ability to work well with others & independently.
• Proven time management skills and a strong attention to detail.
• Works well under pressure.
• Extended hours and shift work may be required from time to time.
• Travel to other SGS locations or client locations may be required from time to time.
• Ensures full compliance with the company’s Health & Safety, Code of Integrity, and Professional Conduct policies.

Preferred:

• GHG Lead Auditor certified (ISO 14064-1)
• Familiarity with ESG/sustainability reporting standards (GRI, SASB, AA1000)

Travel

• Minimal travel required (1%-4%)

Physical Demands

• Stand - Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Move or traverse - Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Climbing, crawling, crouching or other physically demanding work positions - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Tasks requiring limited muscle effort, for example lifting up to 5 kgs - Occasional (5% - 33%)

Environmental and Work Conditions

• Regular office environment - Frequent (34% - 66%)
• Unpleasant or noxious smells or fumes - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Dust, grease oil - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Loud noises    Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Constant, moderate noise - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Moving vehicles (car, forklift) - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Wearing protective equipment - Occasional (5% - 33%)
• Possible exposure to regulated hazardous substances (e.g. lead) - Seldom (1% - 4%)
• Working with equipment, machinery, tools - Seldom (1% - 4%)

Our Benefits

We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.

• Health:  Medical, dental and vision insurance, Company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
• Wealth: Competitive pay, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program, overtime (where applicable and with approval)
• Happiness:• Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
• Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays)

• Salary:  Range for this position is $75,000-$85,000/year

Application deadline for this role is March 1, 2026

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. 

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

 

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