Head of Environmental Sustainability

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition toward circular, resilient, and low-carbon operations across global manufacturing networks.
• Drive the roadmap for Scope 1 and 2 emissions reductions, supporting renewable energy and energy-efficient manufacturing.
• Enable collaboration across functions and sites to identify and implement sustainability priorities within Operations.
• Develop frameworks, tools, and ways of working to measure, track, and improve sustainability performance.
• Represent Operations in sustainability forums within Volvo CE and the wider Volvo Group.
• Monitor emerging sustainability trends, technologies, and regulatory developments.
• Strengthen sustainability knowledge and engagement through learning and practical support.

Requirements

• Master or Bachelor degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or a related field.
• Strong stakeholder management, collaboration, and facilitation skills in global environments.
• Experience driving change and transformation initiatives.
• Understanding of sustainability frameworks such as GHG Protocol, ISO 14001, CSRD, or EU taxonomy.
• Experience within industrial operations, manufacturing, or supply chain.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), ESG data, or emissions reporting.
• Experience working in agile, matrix, or network-based organizations.
• Knowledge of manufacturing decarbonization, energy transition, and circular economy principles.
• Knowledge of water management and biodiversity.

Benefits

• Opportunity to influence global operations and shape the future of sustainable manufacturing.
• Work in a collaborative, people-centered environment built on trust and inclusion.
• Join a company with a strong purpose and a genuine commitment to sustainability transformation.

About the Company

Volvo Construction Equipment is a global company driven by the purpose to build the world we want to live in. As part of the Volvo Group, we develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world, focusing on sustainable transport and infrastructure.