ESG Advisor

N-Sea Group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A subsea solutions provider in Aberdeen is seeking an ESG Advisor to embed sustainability practices across marine operations. This role entails advising on ESG risks, ensuring compliance with maritime regulations, and leading data collection for reporting. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Sustainability or similar, with 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills. They will support governance improvements and the company’s decarbonisation objectives. Competitive salary and growth opportunities offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in ESG or sustainability roles within marine or offshore energy.
• Familiarity with climate metrics and decarbonisation pathways.
• Ability to interpret complex data sets.

Responsibilities

• Advise on marine-specific ESG risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with maritime regulations.
• Lead ESG data collection and reporting.
• Support sustainability initiatives and governance improvements.

Skills

Strong understanding of ESG frameworks

Advanced analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Collaborative and proactive

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

The ESG Advisor plays a key role in embedding sustainability practices across N-Sea’s marine operations. This position ensures compliance with international maritime regulations, drives environmental and social initiatives, and strengthens the governance framework that supports responsible business. The ESG Advisor identifies risks and opportunities, supports strategic decision-making, and contributes to our decarbonisation, transparency, and long-term sustainability objectives.

Key responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Advising the ESG leadership team on marine-specific ESG risks, opportunities, and industry best practices.
• Monitoring evolving maritime regulations (IMO, EU ETS, CII) and ensuring compliance across all operational jurisdictions.
• Leading ESG data collection and reporting for CDP, VSME, internal dashboards, and other frameworks.
• Coordinating with operations, technical, and crewing teams to support sustainability initiatives such as carbon reduction, circularity programs, and governance improvements.
• Conducting benchmarking and competitive analysis within the shipping and offshore energy sectors.
• Providing insights and recommendations based on ESG ratings, audits, and vessel performance assessments.
• Preparing presentations, briefing documents, and sustainability insights for internal and external stakeholders.
• Keeping up to date with global sustainability trends and emerging maritime decarbonisation technologies.
• Supporting the digitalisation and continuous improvement of ESG processes, data systems, and reporting tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Maritime Studies, or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in ESG or sustainability roles within the marine or offshore energy industry.
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks and maritime regulations (IMO, EU ETS).
• Familiarity with climate metrics, decarbonisation pathways, and reporting platforms.
• Advanced analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data sets.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail and deadlines.
• Collaborative, proactive, and capable of influencing across operational and strategic levels.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• The chance to be part of a company that values innovation and sustainability.

About N-Sea

N-Sea is an integrated total subsea solutions provider in Survey, UXO ID & Disposal, IRM & Construction, and Subsea Cable Repair & Installation.

The company’s approach focuses on delivering total solutions for subsea infrastructures and assets that meet the needs of its clients and the international offshore energy industries, considering a safe (working) environment.

N-Sea creates substantial value through managing and reducing complex interfaces, solid project management & support, full client focus, and awareness. N-Sea Group is a privately owned company headquartered in The Netherlands with decades of experience, over 500 people employed, operating in EMEA region.

Do you want to be part of our team?

Please send your application, including your CV, to [e-mail] for the attention of the HR department. For more information about the position, you can contact Dominique Zuijdwijk.

The N-Sea group includes the entities N-Sea Offshore B.V., N-Sea Offshore Wind B.V., and UXO Control B.V.

N-Sea Headquarters is located in The Netherlands. N-Sea offices are geographically favorable located to benefit key clients on their operations.