Assistant Manager - ESG

Job description

About Business

Adani Group: Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards.

With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Job Purpose

The Environment Executive in a copper business is responsible for executing and monitoring environmental activities. This includes ensuring compliance with air, water, noise, and biodiversity regulations, conducting environmental monitoring, and preparing reports for senior leadership. The role involves hands-on monitoring and managing environmental data and systems while ensuring operational compliance with environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

ESG Analyst Planning and Execution

Assist in executing the ESG strategy by collecting data on environmental, social, and governance metrics from various departments. Coordinate the submission of monthly data from KPIs across departments, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. Support the planning of sustainability initiatives by providing critical data inputs for environmental and governance frameworks.

Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement

Identify areas for process improvements in data collection, ensuring efficiency and accuracy. Recommend improvements in the existing ESG reporting system to optimize data flow and minimize errors. Implement streamlined data processes to enhance integration between departments for better ESG performance.

HSE and Regulatory Compliance

Ensure adherence to the Environmental Management System (EMS) by collecting data on regulatory compliance for air, water, waste, and safety. Monitor compliance across departments and submit findings to regulatory authorities as required. Review the data for consistency with regulatory requirements, providing input for necessary corrections.

Cost Management and Budgeting

Track costs associated with ESG-related activities, ensuring that data collection and reporting processes are within budget. Assist in budget planning for sustainability and governance projects by analyzing financial data related to ESG initiatives. Identify cost-saving opportunities in the implementation of ESG programs.

Resource and Workforce Management

Coordinate with departments to gather ESG-related data, ensuring all teams are aligned with reporting timelines. Support ESG-related workforce planning by providing data insights for staff involved in sustainability and governance projects. Collaborate with internal teams to manage resources for ESG reporting and compliance activities.

Reporting and Data Analytics

Prepare monthly and quarterly ESG reports, including integrated and sustainability reports, using data collected from various departments. Analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) for environmental and governance aspects, identifying trends and areas of concern. Contribute to the development of the governance framework by providing detailed data analysis and insights.

Digitization and Tech Adoption

Utilize digital tools and software for ESG data collection and analysis, improving the efficiency of reporting processes. Implement digital dashboards to track key ESG metrics in real-time, allowing for quicker decision-making.

Key Stakeholders - Internal

Operations Team Finance Team Legal team Secretarial Key Stakeholders - External: Regulatory Bodies ESG Consultants Environmental Auditors Rating agencies

Qualifications

Education

Qualification: Bachelor's / master’s degree in environmental science, Sustainability, or related field Work Experience (Range of years): 4-8 years in sustainability, ESG reporting, or data analysis roles