Sustainability Forester

The Enviva team is driven by our shared vision for a renewable energy future. We are a fast-growing, purpose-driven, global energy company specializing in delivering sustainable wood bioenergy solutions. We are the world’s largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels.

 

Enviva’s Sustainability Foresters serve an important role by working in collaboration with our Wood Procurement Team to collect and record critical resource and sustainability information used to support the company’s proprietary Track & Trace Program. In the field, the Sustainability Forester is responsible for verifying data attributes important to the forest certifications Enviva uses to demonstrate the sustainability of the wood supply. Sustainability Foresters work primarily in an assigned region and reports to the Manager, Sustainability Standards.

 

Responsibilities

 

Partner with the Wood Procurement Team to support the creation and implementation of initiatives to ensure that wood sourcing is carried out consistent with the value Enviva places on the forest, such as:

 

Implementation of Track & Trace data collection system & improvements

Conduct High Conservation Value (HCV) Tract Assessments

Perform ongoing and post-harvest audits

Assist in developing Group certification processes, such as Enviva’s IMG under the American Tree Farm System

Work with sawmills and other suppliers to enhance their commitment to sustainability

Work with external partners to support Enviva’s efforts to increase access to certification and contribute to longleaf pine restoration in the region

Support third-party certification audits to forest certification standards, such as FSC, SBP, PEFC, and SFI

Track & Trace data collection and support

 

Conduct Field audits to improve supply chain performance

Evaluate the use of best management practices (BMPs) to ensure tracts are properly closed out

Partner with the Wood Procurement Team to improve supplier BMP and tract data performance

Collect tract level data to support Enviva’s commitment to supply chain transparency

Review T&T data to ensure accurate input of data related to:

Appropriate merchandising of wood,

Harvest type,

Presence of land use change

Stand type, age and other attributes,

Regulatory compliance,

GPS coordinates

Compile, manage and analyze data from audits and other Wood Procurement Team activities and regularly report on trends or progress

Complement compiled data with GIS data, where possible, to create and maintain a visual representation of the wood supply area

Work with a diverse team of professionals constantly working to improve the Track & Trace Program and support Enviva’s leadership position in sustainable sourcing

Required Qualifications

 

BS in Forest Management or related field.

Working knowledge of forest types of US Coastal Plains forests, applicable BMPs and regulations, and harvesting regimes.

Demonstrated proficiency with field equipment such as GPS units, touch screen technology, and personal protective equipment.

Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, ArcGIS or other GIS software, use of databases to manage and analyze data.

Ability to maintain high levels of professionalism and safety while visiting working forestry operations and/or interfacing with suppliers and landowners.

Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision to meet objectives and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications - What Will Set You Apart

 

Previous forest certification experience related to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative and/or Forest Stewardship Council certification programs a plus.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt as needed.

Demonstrated technical writing skills.

Current ATFS Tree Farm Inspector or ability to complete the required training within 6 month of hire date.

Some experience in writing forestry management plans a plus, including:

Assist landowners in developing management objectives,

Perform field evaluations,

Develop stand descriptions and silvicultural prescriptions

Travel requirements

 

Ability to travel outside assigned region up to 20% of the time

Working Conditions

 

Willing and able to work in a hot, humid, cold and noisy industrial environment 

Willing and able to maintain strict adherence to safety rules and regulations, to include wearing safety equipment.

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.

Physical Requirements

 

Willing and able to perform tasks such as lifting, walking, climbing, stooping, standing, pushing and/or pulling for up to twelve (12) hours a day

Willing and able to work around moving equipment and machinery

Willing and able to pull and lift, up to 50 lbs.

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

 

 

EEO Statement

 

Enviva is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. Enviva does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. Enviva complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.