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Sustainability Specialist

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics • Singapore • Added on Sep 17, 2026
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As a Sustainability Specialist based in Singapore, you will serve as the regional engine for green transformation across the Asia-Pacific logistics network. Your daily life involves bridging the gap between high-level environmental goals and the messy reality of warehouse operations. You will support Operational Sustainability Managers by identifying decarbonization opportunities, streamlining ESG data collection, and helping local teams transition toward fossil-free and circular practices.

This role is a unique chance to influence the footprint of a global logistics giant from the ground up. By working on initiatives like the ‘No Naked Roofs’ solar campaign and ‘Zero Waste Warehouse’ pilots, you turn logistics into a force for circularity. Your work directly accelerates the shift toward a regenerative supply chain in one of the world’s most dynamic economic regions, making tangible impacts on regional emissions.

This suits someone who possesses a blend of analytical rigor and operational curiosity, likely coming from an engineering, logistics, or business background. You are a natural connector who enjoys translating sustainability theory into practical, automated, and scalable warehouse solutions.

Job FAQs

What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?

The core of this role involves coordinating regional sustainability programs across APAC, acting as a technical and administrative backbone for Operational Sustainability Managers. You will be responsible for tracking warehouse improvement projects, which range from energy efficiency audits to waste reduction and water conservation strategies. Beyond project management, you will focus heavily on data transparency and automation. This includes managing KPI tracking, performance monitoring, and developing smarter reporting tools to ensure sustainability data is accurate and actionable. You will also help prepare business cases and training materials to evangelize green practices within the business units.

Key learning opportunities for this job

This position offers a deep dive into large-scale industrial decarbonization and circular economy implementation. You will gain hands-on experience with specific environmental frameworks such as ISO 14001, LEED, and GRI reporting, while learning how a global logistics leader manages the transition to renewable energy. Exposure to cross-border stakeholder management is a significant part of the learning curve. You will navigate different regulatory environments and operational cultures across Asia-Pacific, learning how to adapt global corporate goals to local market realities in the transport and storage sectors.

How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?

The successful candidate should have a multidisciplinary background, preferably in Engineering, Supply Chain, or Environmental Science. While early-career candidates are welcome, you need to demonstrate strong analytical skills and a high degree of comfort with data and reporting tools. Soft skills are just as vital; we are looking for someone with intellectual curiosity and initiative. You must be able to collaborate effectively with diverse teams and have the communication skills to translate technical sustainability metrics into compelling business cases for operational staff and customers.

Advice to stand out and make a successful application

To stand out, move beyond generic environmental passion and demonstrate a practical understanding of logistics operations. Highlight any experience you have with facility management, process automation, or supply chain data, as these are the levers you will use to drive impact. If you have experience with green building certifications or waste management systems, be sure to emphasize how you applied those technical standards to solve real-world problems. Alignment with the 'performance DNA' of a logistics company—speed, efficiency, and action—should be evident throughout your application.

What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?

The role centers on the operational footprint of contract logistics, specifically within warehouses and distribution centers. You will likely spend significant time on the 'No Naked Roofs' solar initiative and the 'Zero Waste Warehouse' campaign, focusing on the circularity of packaging and resource optimization. Another major pillar is Scope 3 decarbonization and customer-facing solutions. You will help evaluate fossil-free logistics initiatives, identifying how DSV can help its clients reduce their own supply chain emissions through innovative shipping and storage strategies.

What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?

One of the primary challenges will be standardizing sustainability data across diverse APAC markets with varying levels of reporting maturity. Getting operational teams to prioritize green initiatives alongside traditional logistics KPIs like speed and cost can also require significant persuasion and tact. Additionally, the breadth of the role—covering everything from solar panels to waste recyclers—requires a high degree of adaptability. You will need to manage multiple projects simultaneously without losing sight of the technical details that ensure regional compliance and accuracy.

How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?

A typical day might begin with reviewing energy consumption data from a regional hub to identify efficiency gaps, followed by a call with a site manager in another country to discuss a solar installation pilot. You could spend the afternoon drafting a presentation for a client who needs a customized carbon footprint report. You will likely alternate between heads-down analytical work—like building an automation tool for KPI tracking—and collaborative meetings with developers or suppliers to explore new circular packaging solutions for the APAC network.

What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?

There is a clear path toward becoming an Operational Sustainability Manager or a regional lead in a specific ESG domain like Decarbonization or Circularity. Given DSV's scale, this role provides high visibility into global corporate strategy, offering a platform for lateral moves into broader supply chain management or corporate ESG roles. The company emphasizes a 'grow together' culture, meaning high performers who successfully implement scalable green pilots can quickly find themselves leading larger, high-impact regional projects or specializing in sustainable facility management at an executive level.

The main stakeholders you might be interacting with

You will interact daily with Operational Sustainability Managers (OSMs) and warehouse facility teams across the APAC region. These internal stakeholders are your primary partners in identifying and executing environmental improvements. External interactions will include suppliers, recyclers, and renewable energy developers who provide the technical solutions for greening the logistics chain. You will also occasionally support the sales and account management teams by responding to sustainability-related queries from key global customers.

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