Regional Director of Sustainability

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.

What is in it for you:

• One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $5/meal)
• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health (up to $5,000/year), Orthodontics (up to $2,500/year), Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation (Lifetime maximum of $10,000) for full time permanent status employees
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program - Discounted room rates including 50% off all food & beverage at Fairmont Resorts in Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler (subject to availability)
• Comprehensive wellness platform (GreenShield+) for employee mental health and wellbeing support
• Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, and Spa 
• Automatically added to our resort’s Colleague Lifestyle Program which includes access to staff activities and events
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise and over 5,000 properties with Accor

The Regional Director of Sustainability will lead and oversee all environmental initiatives for both the Fairmont Banff Springs and The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise.  In addition this position will support all Canadian Western Mountain properties as it pertains to Carbon reduction strategies, ESG scorecard reporting and auditing of same. 

We are searching for a dynamic leader who has proven excellence in the environmental industry, to oversee the continued implementation of these monitoring systems at each hotel.  Having extensive project management experience and a minimum of two years experience in the environmental industry, you will liaise with municipal, provincial and federal governments to ensure operations remain compliant while providing an exceptional guest experience. 

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Oversee the region’s environmental stewardship programs (e.g. energy management, solid waste management, water and waste water management, wildlife management, dark sky management, landscape chemical use management, and environmental education)
• Participate and take a leading role with Banff and Lake Louise’s sustainability committee to integrate environmental programs within all hotel operating departments.
• Promote awareness on environmental decisions and report on the region’s environmental programs and energy performance to key stakeholders both within and outside the organization as required/requested.
• Lead periodic environmental reporting for the region including management of all facility certifications, standards and benchmarking as requested.
• Carbon Reduction:
  • Assist the RDOE in creating, implementing and communicating the CWMR regions’ carbon reduction plan
  • Inputting GAIA for BSH/CLL.  Support and guide GAIA inputting for all CWMR properties.
  • Assist CWMR properties as a resource.
• Hotel lead on environmental audits for CWMR (5 properties) as requested by Accor/ownership.   
• Assist RDOE in creating ESG scorecards for all Fairmont CWMR properties (including providing data for non-engineering elements)
• Main resource for all CWMR properties as it pertains to corporate/3rd party audits (i.e. Green Key Ratings, SUP audits)
• Liaise with Parks Canada, Provincial Governments and Municipal Governments to meet all regulatory requirements and capitalize on related programs, incentives and subsidies.
• Assist in the evaluation and implementation of energy, water and waste demand reduction programs.
• Work with S&M team to ensure sustainability practices (including carbon reduction) and initiatives are communicated as needed (client site visits, website info, Heartist updates)
• With F&B senior leadership, oversee food waste program implementation and tracking.
• Support all properties with ESG reporting as required.  Input for BSH/CLL as required.

For the Chateau Lake Louise specifically;

• Oversee the continued implementation of the Environmental Management System for the property aligning with the objectives of Parks Canada and company stewardship program.
• Oversee the ongoing implementation of the hotel’s ongoing Heritage and Environmental Education program.
• Oversee the continued implementation of the No Net Negative Environmental Effects Monitoring Framework, including submission of annual reporting requirements

• Minimum of undergraduate degree in environmental sciences or related area with a sustainability focus
• Environmental professional with minimum two years experience
• Proven ability to effectively lead, motivate and develop a team of colleagues and external professionals to achieve shared goals
• Highly motivated, organized, goal and results oriented individual who thrives under pressure
• Excellent organizational, written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Working knowledge of terrestrial, biological and aquatic ecosystems
• Experience in regulatory and compliance issues at the provincial and federal levels
• Knowledge and experience working with the Canadian Environmental Assessment Act, including the preparation and critiquing of screening level documents

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY:  Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application or recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence:  bsh.careers@fairmont.com

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: 

At Fairmont Banff Springs, we believe that the strength of our team lies in its diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that respects the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of the individual. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are dedicated to providing equal access to opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.