Delivery Manager Biomass Due Diligence

Delivery Manager Biomass Due Diligence
Permanent Full-time
Location: London or Selby hybrid work pattern

Hybrid working 2-3 days per week in your local office

Closing Date 6th October

Were looking for a Delivery Manager to join our Biomass Supply Chain & Schemes this role youll manage the first-line delivery of biomass due diligence assessing pellet mills against sustainability criteria set out in UK subsidy arrangements.

As a Delivery Manager youll run an audit-ready workbook and make sure the systems processes and controls behind our sustainability information are regularly reviewed maintained and improved. Working with fuel buyers auditors Compliance Internal Audit analysts and external suppliers youll help ensure the information submitted to market operators regulatory agencies and government departments is accurate and compliant.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in maintaining high standards across our biomass supply chain combining detailed assurance work with stakeholder leadership and driving continuous improvement.

Who we are:

We generate dispatchable renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals.

Youll be joining our teams of practical doers future thinkers and business champions. Were enabling a zero carbon lower cost energy future for all and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.

About the role:

As a Delivery Manager - Biomass Due Diligence youll be responsible for managing a high-quality due diligence programme for biomass fuel. Youll provide subject matter expertise on the sustainability requirements of biomass support mechanisms and internal policy helping the business maintain ongoing compliance.

Youll deliver evidence-based decision making on biomass due diligence programmes and ensure suppliers fully understand and adhere to the UK sustainability framework for UK fuel. Youll also be accountable for key sustainability data and compliance processes while building effective relationships across the biomass supply chain. You will ensure that reporting to key internal and external stakeholders is accurate and complete.

Key accountabilities include:

Managing the delivery of a high-quality due diligence programme for biomass fuel.

Liaising with biomass fuel suppliers and leading on delivery of annual cycle of supplier engagement

Accountable for the management and record keeping within the Sustainability Data System (SDS) including continuous review and improvement of the system and associated processes.

Working closely with the Delivery team to ensure accurate data collation verification and reporting to internal and external stakeholders

Accountable for compliance plan for UKTR

Building and maintaining relationships with internal Biomass Buyers and external biomass suppliers to support efficient onboarding and contract management.

Reviewing certification documentation at a regional and individual pellet mill level and understanding

Liaising with internal stakeholders including Compliance Legal Finance international and local Sustainability teams

Supporting audit activities

Who were looking for:

Youll bring a strong combination of sustainability or industry knowledge delivery focus and stakeholder management. Youll be comfortable working across several priorities at once while maintaining the accuracy and attention to detail required in a regulated environment.

Experience of biomass or the energy sector is highly desirable but not required. Experience within Legal Accounting Audit or Procurement functions would be of interest.

Ability to handle and drive change when necessary.

The ability to manage challenging workloads and meet demanding timescales across multiple workstreams.

The ability to translate complex issues and contractual provisions into clear workable plans.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills including report writing and presenting.

Confidence engaging with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate well-evidenced record keeping

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future weve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role youll get:

A discretionary bonus

Private Healthcare

SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time

Personal accident cover

Group personal pension plan where well contribute up to 10%

Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays

Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

Were committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing whats right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.

Together we make it happen.

At Drax were committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected regardless of their role. To make this a reality we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in foster inclusion and establish fair processes. Through these actions we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents no matter their background.

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Delivery Manager Biomass Due Diligence - Job

Required Experience:

Manager