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Director, Climate and Environment

Vancouver, BC

One of YVR’s major goals is to have net zero emissions by 2030. This ambitious goal creates many opportunities for us to work with our partners and the airport community on projects to achieve this target. We are looking for a Director, Climate and Environment who will help us get there – someone with extensive experience working collaboratively with operational departments, businesses, various levels of government, and interested community groups to move projects and broader strategic initiatives forward.


The role centers around guiding and mentoring a team of environmental professionals in developing, implementing and innovating environmental programs and initiatives to promote sustainability and corporate social responsibility at YVR. Alongside the team, the incumbent will represent the department and its initiatives to senior executives, government, stakeholder committees and the public, creating strategic plans to deliver significant enterprise-wide environmental performance improvements and sustainability solutions.


Key Responsibilities

  • Leads and oversees all environmental management activities to ensure compliance and meet corporate goals for reducing waste, energy, emissions and aircraft noise.
  • Oversees all aspects of environmental management system, including setting goals, implementing initiatives, monitoring, auditing, reporting, reviewing, and revising.
  • Reviews and updates environmental management practices to align with changes in law, business practices, policy, technology, and best practices.
  • Proactively influences YVR’s management and business partners to integrate environmental and sustainability concerns into core processes and decision making.
  • Takes a leadership role in all matters related to the environment and sustainability, monitoring and advising on emerging trends, risks and opportunities.


Key Qualifications

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in environmental studies, science or a related field. A Master’s level degree would be preferred.
  • 10 years of professional experience at a senior level in the areas of environmental management, sustainability, decision making and major project influence.
  • 5-10 years demonstrated management and team leadership experience preferably in a complex operational and customer service-oriented environment. 


This position is open to both current Vancouver Airport Authority employees and external candidates. Previous job performance will be taken into consideration for all internal candidates that apply for this position.


Who We Are

YVR is more than just an airport. We connect our beautiful province and all it has to offer to the world. We are all leaders and trailblazers for change and innovation, so no matter the department or team you’re a part of, the work you do matters. 


At YVR, we are flexible in everything we do. We will work together to find ways to deliver customer excellence that helps us all thrive. We strive to provide an environment that reflects the diversity of our communities, allowing us to better serve them. 


Whatever your background and wherever you’re from, you belong at YVR. We want to make sure you truly belong and help you reach your full potential. If you have any questions about accessibility or require any assistance applying, please reach out at careers@yvr.ca. 

Join us on this journey as we continue to transform our airport to better serve our communities. 

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