Project Lead Early-stage Capacity Development

For our headquarters in Amsterdam, we are looking for a Project Lead Future Fuels with a focus on early-stage capacity development.

This capacity development team works with stakeholders across the world to develop projects on commercial-scale SAF production. As a Project Lead, you will be part of the Future Fuels team, support and lead a number of these global development opportunities. If you are someone with a genuine interest in sustainability who likes to combine analytical skills with your entrepreneurial mindset, this could be your dream job!

Indicative start date: as soon as possible – 1st of May 2024

About SkyNRG

SkyNRG is a global leader in Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Since 2010, the company has been scaling up SAF demand and production capacity for the industry to meet its 2050 net zero commitment. To date, SkyNRG has supplied SAF to over 40 airlines across the world and is now developing dedicated production facilities to support the shift from fossil jet fuel to sustainable aviation fuel. As a certified B Corp™ SkyNRG prioritizes producing the most responsible and sustainable SAF worldwide. Recognized as a sustainability leader, it maintains an independent Sustainability Board, which advises the company on feedstocks and provides strategic guidance on wide-ranging sustainability issues. SkyNRG’s operations are certified by RSB and CORSIA. In November 2023 Macquarie Asset Management announced its 175 M€ investment in SkyNRG, enabling our further growth in the SAF industry.

About the role

The Future Fuels team has 3 focus areas:

1. Early-stage Capacity Development: initiating and executing the first development phases of our commercial-scale SAF production facilities
2. R&D: building and sharing knowledge to develop SAF technologies and concepts with our technology partners
3. Advisory: supporting key players in the aviation industry to navigate their transition to net-zero, through creating SAF strategies and building SAF knowledge

As Project Lead Early-stage Capacity Development, you will actively lead one or multiple projects that aim to develop commercial-scale SAF production. Hands-on development and safeguarding the progress of the project are your main responsibilities.

In this role, you will conduct both technical and economic analyses, perform sustainability assessments, develop business plans, write reports and make presentations. You will have the freedom to develop your own opportunities and stakeholder management is a key skill for this role.

You will report to the team lead early-stage capacity development and work closely with analysts in the Future Fuels team.

Your profile*

As a growing company in a rapidly developing industry, we are looking for someone who likes to play an active role in building out our business and is not afraid of change. Ideally, you recognise yourself in the following:

• Relevant Master’s Degree (preferably technical or economics-related).
  
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience (e.g. consulting, technology, business, etc.).
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills; comfortable with technical topics
• Entrepreneurial, independent, and persistent character.
• Strong affinity with sustainability.
• Fluent in English (both written and verbal).
• Willingness to travel regularly.
• Enjoys a scale-up environment and possesses great social skills.
• Eligible to work in the Netherlands.

* If you want to contribute to our mission of building a net zero aviation industry, and the role description excites you, but you are not sure if you meet all criteria, we would still love to hear from you!

What we offer

• A unique working experience in a rapidly scaling-up company at the forefront of sustainable aviation.
• An inspiring international work environment in a fast-growing and innovative industry.
• A job in the city centre of Amsterdam with a competitive salary.
• A great opportunity to work in a multidisciplinary, committed, and talented team.
• Work where it feels best for you: we offer flexible (hybrid in-office/remote) working arrangements.
• Dedicated budget for professional development.
• Generous employer pension contribution.
• Paid Volunteering Day.
• Up to two additional vacation days for choosing sustainable holiday travel options.
• Lease a Bike plan.
• Access to our electric company boat, (commuting travel reimbursement), free organic lunches, a gym in the office and social activities – all part of the deal!

Is this you?

Then please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit before March 10, 2024. Questions? Feel free to contact us!

For more information visit www.skynrg.com.

Please do not contact us for sales purposes or Intermediary services.

SkyNRG is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take seriously our responsibility to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.