Decarbonisation Specialist

About the role

The Decarbonisation Specialist will support the Head of Sustainability in driving carbon‑reduction initiatives across Dangote Cement operations. This role combines deep knowledge of cement production with expertise in environmental engineering to implement the company’s decarbonisation roadmap.

Key responsibilities

• Implement plant‑ and group‑level decarbonisation actions aligned with sustainability targets.
• Evaluate and monitor CO₂ emissions from cement production and identify reduction opportunities.
• Manage the Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) process, conduct Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), and ensure compliance with standards.
• Collaborate with the Alternative Fuel team on fuel and raw‑material substitution projects (e.g., slag, fly ash).
• Support pilot projects for limestone calcined clay, R&D, and emerging low‑carbon technologies.
• Work with process and production engineering to optimise kiln performance and energy efficiency.
• Prepare and deliver Scope 1, 2, 3 emissions reports in line with the GHG Protocol and GCCA benchmarks.
• Ensure compliance with climate policies, carbon‑offsetting regulations, and green‑financing opportunities.
• Lead internal training sessions to raise awareness of decarbonisation initiatives.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering or a related field (advanced degree advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the cement industry, environmental sustainability or a related sector.
• Proven track record in decarbonisation, carbon management or energy‑efficiency projects within heavy industry.
• At least 2 years of experience in GHG accounting.

Required skills

• GHG accounting
• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA)
• Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) process
• Alternative fuel management
• Low‑carbon cement alternatives
• Carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS)
• Data analysis and visualisation
• Forecasting and report preparation

What we offer

• Private health insurance
• Paid time off