Sustainability Lead

Summary

Join Amber Labs, a cutting-edge technology consultancy, as their Sustainability Lead for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This remote role, with occasional travel, requires expertise in data center relocation/upgrade sustainability. You will develop and implement sustainability roadmaps, conduct carbon footprint assessments, and collaborate with various teams to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices. The ideal candidate possesses strong experience in data center sustainability, familiarity with relevant certifications, and excellent stakeholder engagement skills. Amber Labs offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, flexible work, private medical insurance, a company pension, and other benefits.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Sustainability Lead/Sustainability Manager in data centre relocation or upgrade projects
• Strong knowledge of data centre sustainability best practices, including energy efficiency, waste management, and renewable energy integration
• Familiarity with DCIM (Data Centre Infrastructure Management) tools and energy monitoring systems
• Experience working with ISO 50001 (Energy Management Systems), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management Systems), and ESG reporting frameworks
• Strong background in carbon footprint analysis, lifecycle assessment, and emissions reduction strategies

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a sustainability roadmap for data centre relocation or upgrade projects
• Ensure adherence to global and local sustainability regulations (e.g., ISO 14001, LEED, BREEAM, EU Taxonomy, TCFD)
• Conduct carbon footprint assessments and propose strategies for carbon neutrality and energy efficiency
• Drive compliance with ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) frameworks and corporate sustainability goals
• Identify energy-efficient solutions (e.g., liquid cooling, renewable energy integration, smart grid technologies) to optimise power usage effectiveness (PUE)
• Work with IT and facility teams to minimise e-waste and promote circular economy principles in hardware decommissioning and disposal
• Assess water consumption and cooling efficiency to implement sustainable cooling strategies
• Engage with vendors and suppliers to ensure sustainable procurement of IT infrastructure and construction materials
• Collaborate with senior leadership, engineers, architects, and vendors to align sustainability objectives
• Develop KPIs and sustainability metrics for reporting on energy savings, emissions reductions, and overall environmental impact
• Prepare reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and sustainability auditors
• Educate teams on green IT best practices and sustainable operations within data centre environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as LEED AP, BREEAM Assessor, CEM (Certified Energy Manager), or CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) experience
• Experience with hyperscale, colocation, or enterprise data centre sustainability projects
• Familiarity with cloud sustainability strategies (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Green Initiatives)
• Strong project management skills with experience in stakeholder engagement and regulatory compliance
• Experience in sustainable IT procurement and e-waste management

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
• Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes
• Receive private medical insurance through Aviva
• Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays
• Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources
• Participate in a generous employee referral program
• A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement
• Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation
• Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac
• Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued
• Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all
• Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace