Environmental Engineer

Job description

The ASR Group® family of companies make up the world’s largest refiner and marketer of cane sugar. The companies produce a full line of grocery, industrial, foodservice and specialty sweetener products. Across North America, ASR Group® companies operate five sugar refineries, located in California, Maryland, Louisiana, Canada and Mexico. In Europe, ASR Group® companies operate sugar refineries in the United Kingdom, Portugal, and, with a joint venture partner, Italy. The companies also farm sugarcane and own sugar mills in Mexico and Belize. The ASR Group® portfolio includes the leading brands Domino®, C&H®, Florida Crystals®, Redpath®, Tate & Lyle®, Lyle's®, Sidul® and Whitworths®. ASR Group® companies also produce and market Tellus®, a single-use, compostable tableware and foodservice product made from plant fibers, including sugarcane. OVERVIEW The Junior Environment Engineer supports the Environment Department in maintaining environmental compliance and improving the site’s environmental performance. Working under the guidance of the Environment Department Manager, the role collects and analyses environmental data, supports monitoring and reporting activities, contributes to projects and helps embed good environmental practices across the refinery. DETAILED ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Support the implementation and maintenance of the site environmental management system, procedures and records. Collect, validate and analyse environmental data relating to water, wastewater, emissions, waste, energy and other relevant site indicators. Prepare routine environmental reports, dashboards and supporting documentation for internal review and external submissions, under supervision. Assist with environmental monitoring, sampling programmes and inspections, coordinating with approved laboratories and service providers where required. Support compliance with environmental permits, licences, legal requirements and corporate standards, escalating risks or deviations promptly. Maintain organised and accurate records of permits, monitoring results, waste documentation, inspections, incidents and corrective actions. Participate in internal and external audits and inspections, supporting evidence gathering, action tracking and timely closure of findings. Assist in investigating environmental incidents, complaints and non-conformities, using fact-based problem solving and supporting corrective and preventive actions. Provide environmental input to operational changes, maintenance activities and projects, with guidance from the Environment Department Manager. Support initiatives to prevent pollution, reduce waste and resource consumption, improve water and energy efficiency and strengthen environmental performance. Work collaboratively with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Health & Safety and other functions to complete environmental actions. Prepare clear communications, awareness materials and training support on environmental requirements and good practices. Monitor relevant regulatory and technical developments and share identified implications with the Environment Department Manager. Promote a strong culture of environmental responsibility, quality, food safety and occupational health and safety. Participate in continuous improvement activities and carry out other reasonable duties within the scope of the role. WORK EXPERIENCES Entry-level role. Internship, academic project or up to two years of experience in environmental engineering, industrial environmental management, sustainability or a related area is an advantage. Exposure to a manufacturing, processing, food production or other regulated industrial environment is preferred. Experience handling technical data, preparing reports or working with environmental monitoring information is an advantage. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific or engineering discipline. Knowledge of Portuguese and European environmental requirements applicable to industrial operations is preferred. Training or practical knowledge of environmental management systems, including ISO 14001, is an advantage. ESSENTIAL CAPABILITIES (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES) Technical foundation: Understands basic environmental engineering principles and can apply them to practical site activities. Data analysis: Able to organise, check and interpret data and identify trends, inconsistencies or areas requiring attention. Regulatory awareness: Able to understand and follow permits, procedures and legal or corporate requirements, with guidance. Problem solving: Approaches issues in a structured, fact-based way and seeks support when matters exceed own knowledge or authority. Communication: Communicates technical information clearly in Portuguese and English, both verbally and in writing. Planning and organisation: Manages routine activities, records and deadlines accurately and reliably. Digital skills: Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Ability to learn environmental reporting systems. Collaboration: Works constructively with colleagues across functions and builds effective working relationships. Attention to detail: Produces accurate records and checks information before it is issued. Learning agility: Actively seeks feedback and develops environmental and industrial knowledge. Safety and site awareness: Follows all site safety, hygiene, quality and environmental requirements and is comfortable working in an industrial environment. CORE COMPETENCIES Analytical Thinking & Decision Making: Identifies and understands trends or issues and connects data points to reach logical conclusions. Effective Communication: Expresses ideas and information clearly and adapts the message to the audience. Establishes Trust: Acts honestly, follows through on commitments and handles information responsibly. Problem-Solving: Anticipates, evaluates, diagnoses and resolves problems in a systematic and fact-based manner. Results Orientation & Accountability: Takes ownership of assigned actions and delivers accurate work within agreed timelines. Teamwork & Collaboration: Contributes to shared objectives through cooperation, reliability and support of others. Adaptability/Flexibility: Maintains effectiveness when priorities, tasks or working conditions change. Continuous Improvement: Looks for practical ways to improve processes, controls and environmental performance. Self-Development: Seeks feedback and learning opportunities to build technical knowledge and professional capability. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS Fluent Portuguese, written and spoken. Good working proficiency in English, written and spoken. LOCATION OF ROLE Sidul Refinery, Lisbon, Portugal. This role is 100% site-based and requires daily presence in operational areas. Remote or hybrid working is not available for this position. Occasional travel may be required for training, audits, or visits to other locations. For more than 100 years, our employees have taken pride in “Making Life a Little Sweeter” by providing our customers and consumers with quality service and sugar products. Our commitment to that principle drives us in all that we do and encourages us to uphold our company’s high ethical standards of business conduct to ensure our continued success.