Environment and Sustainability Specialist at VB Energi

Vattenfall AB · Full-time

Ludvika, Sweden

Company Description VB Energi Group is an environmentally and occupational health certified energy company headquartered in Ludvika. The operations, with approximately 85 employees, encompass district heating, electricity distribution, and hydropower station operations. The company's principal owners are Ludvika Municipality and Fagersta Municipality. For more information, please visit our website vbenergi.se. About the Role Are you passionate about working with environment and sustainability and want to be part of our journey toward a sustainable future? We are now seeking you at VB Energi to step into the role of our Environment and Sustainability Specialist at our headquarters in Ludvika. With us, you will have the opportunity to work in a broad role close to operations, working both strategically and operatively with managers and colleagues. We are looking for someone with deep expertise in environmental and permitting matters who can independently drive and represent the group on these issues, as well as someone who enjoys sharing knowledge to educate and advance our environmental and sustainability efforts. About the Role of Environment and Sustainability Specialist In your role as our Environment and Sustainability Specialist, you will work broadly with these matters and will be the only person within the group with this expertise. You will work closely with the occupational health specialist, quality engineer, managers, and other colleagues. You are part of the management team and report directly to VB Energi's CEO. You are responsible for permitting matters, environmental reporting, and supervisory visits. You will also support staff in interpreting and developing control programs as well as goal-oriented work toward environmental and sustainability targets. You will contribute your expertise in projects and stay updated on current legislation. VB Energi has electricity network, district heating, and contracting operations, and you will step in and support all business areas. In this role, you will also be responsible for driving and coordinating efforts for our local hydropower company through the license renewal process under the National Plan – from planning and investigation, through collaboration and dialogue with authorities, to developing and submitting an application for modern environmental conditions to the Land and Environmental Court. Your work tasks will include: Environmental reporting, permit management, and authority dialogues Participation in consultations Training colleagues Developing the group's environmental and sustainability efforts Investigations and development projects Ensuring that the management system related to environment is up to date Administering and documenting environmental work in accordance with ISO 14001 Development of our chemical management in Ichemistry Deviation handling in ENIA Developing and monitoring the operations' Self-Control Program Developing, planning, implementing, and monitoring internal and external audits Developing, and following up operations' waste management including hazardous waste and dangerous goods You will join a workplace characterized by commitment, collaboration, and openness. The organization is small and familial, creating a strong sense of community and an open atmosphere. We support each other and offer a varied work life. With us, there are excellent opportunities for development and training. Job Requirements Who are you? We are looking for someone with at least five years of experience in broad and independent environmental and sustainability work. You need to be able to switch between practical and administrative work, and you need to be confident and able to prioritize what is most important. Furthermore, you are thorough and communicative. Additionally, you have: Work experience in environmental and sustainability work, preferably from the energy sector Higher education or vocational education in environmental and sustainability Fluent Swedish, both spoken and written, as well as good understanding of English is required Good computer and system proficiency is a requirement as a large part of the work is done in various IT systems Experience with management systems, internal control programs, and internal audits Experience with environmental and permitting processes, preferably in district heating, electricity networks, or hydropower Experience in dialogue and collaboration with county administrative boards, other authorities, municipalities, and other stakeholders Good ability to independently drive processes forward, keep timelines on track, and ensure that correct documentation is compiled on time Good communication skills and an ability to build trust and good relationships with various stakeholders Additional Information What We Offer An opportunity to work at a local energy company that works together for safe and stable operations and thus contributes to our customers receiving environmentally friendly energy. You will have a varied workday with challenging tasks, the opportunity to develop both yourself and the business by participating in various projects and working on improvement measures. It is important that life works well in all aspects, which is why we care about our employees experiencing a good balance between work and leisure. Work Location: Ludvika For more information about the position, contact recruiting manager Johanna Walterson, [email protected]. For questions about the recruitment process, contact recruiter Kajsa Loman, [email protected]. Union representatives are Torbjörn Jonsson Unionen, Mikael Boström Sveriges Ingenjörer, and Pertti Palonto SEKO. You can reach them through the switchboard at 0240-876 00. Welcome to submit your application by September 18, 2026. Selection and interviews take place on an ongoing basis, so do not delay your application. We only accept applications through our website. We do not accept personal letters in applications. You apply quickly and easily by answering screening questions and attaching your CV. We are convinced that diversity contributes to building a more profitable and attractive company and strive to be good role models when it comes to diversity. VB Elnät actively works to ensure that all employees have the same opportunities and rights regardless of age, ethnic or cultural background, gender identity, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or functional variation. We warmly welcome your application!