Environment Specialist

Environment Specialist

Help Develop Sustainable Manufacturing at NKT

Would you like to contribute to environmental initiatives in a manufacturing environment and become part of a company supporting the green transition? At NKT, we are looking for a new colleague to join us as an Environment Specialist, supporting sustainability, environmental compliance, and environmental standards across our Czech production sites. This role connects manufacturing, sustainability, facilities management, and cooperation with public authorities, while offering the opportunity to participate in projects that have a real impact on the future of manufacturing. Would you like to be part of meaningful change?

Coordinating Environmental Activities and Regulatory Compliance

In this role, you will be part of the Sustainability team and support environmental activities across our production sites in Kladno and Velké Meziříčí. You will collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders and contribute to monitoring, reporting, audits, and projects focused on waste management, energy efficiency, chemicals, and the circular economy. The role also includes communication with authorities and support for activities related to ISO standards and environmental legislation.

Your responsibilities will include:

Ensuring compliance with environmental legislation and internal company requirements
Coordinating activities related to ISO 14001 and ISO 50001
Preparing environmental reporting and monitoring related to energy, waste, and emissions
Supporting projects focused on climate targets and the circular economy
Communicating with authorities, suppliers, and internal teams across the organization
The position is based in Kladno and Velké Meziříčí. Regular travel within the Czech Republic and occasional travel across Europe are part of the role. You will report to the Sustainability Transformation Lead.

Independent and Communicative Environmental Professional

We are looking for someone who is comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, can collaborate effectively across different teams, and is able to manage multiple activities simultaneously. A proactive approach, independence, and an interest in sustainability and environmental topics are important. We value open communication, a practical mindset, and a willingness to learn and grow within an international environment.

You also have:

At least 3–5 years of experience in a similar environmental role within a manufacturing company
Knowledge of Czech environmental legislation and experience with ISO standards and audits
A university degree in Environmental Management, Sustainability, or a related field
Advanced Czech and English language skills
Basic proficiency in IT tools and reporting systems
Contribute to a Greener Future of Manufacturing

NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We have high ambitions on establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.

This role offers the opportunity to participate in environmental projects with a direct impact on manufacturing processes and the company’s long-term objectives. You will collaborate with international teams, expand your knowledge of sustainability, and become part of an environment that encourages knowledge sharing, collaboration, and professional development.

Key opportunities of this role include:

The opportunity to shape environmental initiatives within a manufacturing environment
Collaboration with international teams across NKT
Involvement in projects related to climate targets and the circular economy
Professional growth and development within the sustainability field
A tangible impact on the day-to-day operation of our manufacturing sites
"As a leader, I appreciate people who enjoy cooperation across teams, bring practical ideas and want to support sustainability initiatives directly in production operations," says Hiring Manager Victoire Ferrari.

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We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 30.06. 2026. Please note that personality and cognitive assessments may be included in the recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding the role, you are welcome to contact Hiring Manager Victoire Ferrari at +4520767903 or Victoire.Ferrari@nkt.com. Please note that due to GDPR regulations, we cannot accept applications via e-mail.

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About NKT
NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6,500 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.6 billion in 2025. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com