Sustainability & Environment Specialist

Join a Market Leader

Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.

Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.

Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life.

You will be responsible to:

• Oversee the execution of the corporate sustainability project, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals;
• Identify and implement opportunities to enhance energy efficiency, reduce resource consumption and minimize environmental impact;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive sustainable initiatives across all areas of the Sete Casas Site;
• Conduct feasibility studies and assess the adoption of clean technologies and innovative sustainability practices;
• Monitor and evaluate the company’s environmental performance, setting targets and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs);
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability standards;
• Promote and communicate sustainability efforts within the organization, engaging employees and encouraging active participation;
• Stay updated on the latest trends, best practices, and technological advancements in sustainability and environmental management;
• Identify and pursue opportunities related to the Circular Economy.

We are looking to recruit a Candidate:

• Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, or a related field;
• 5 years of experience in sustainability project development, ideally within the pharmaceutical industry (preferential);
• Demonstrated experience in leading projects and coordinating cross-functional teams;
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations and sustainability standards;
• Excellent analytical skills for evaluating and implementing sustainable solutions;
• Outstanding communication skills with the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders;
• Fluent in English (mandatory).

Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity.