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Programme Manager – Sustainable Fuels Schemes, ZEMO PARTNERSHIP
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Zemo Partnership
Programme Manager – Sustainable Fuels Schemes
Zemo Partnership is a not-for-profit organisation focused on leading the transition to net zero transport. The organisation is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to join its Sustainable Business Team who lead innovative sustainable fuel supply chain certification schemes in the UK and internationally. The schemes cover road transport, motorsports, aviation and marine markets.
Reporting to the Director of Sustainable Business, this role would suit a proactive individual with experience in decarbonising transport, sustainable fuels and voluntary sustainability schemes. The successful applicant will be a competent programme manager and effective communicator, able to build strong business relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Managing the delivery of Zemo’s sustainable fuel certification schemes including road transport, motorsports and aviation markets.
- Overseeing and co-ordinating scheme auditors.
- Providing support and guidance to companies at different stages of certification.
- Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders based in the UK and internationally, including regulatory bodies, fuel, chemical and feedstock producers, vehicle manufacturers and end users.
- Leading pilot programmes to expand and evolve existing schemes.
- Supporting stakeholder engagement and promotional activities to raise awareness about new and existing schemes.
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Requirements
- A University Degree in Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, or a Related Scientific Field.
- Previous professional experience related to one of more of the following areas: low carbon fuels, transport decarbonisation, sustainability.
- Knowledge of UK and EU regulatory frameworks supporting advanced biofuels, renewable fuels of non-biological origin, recycled carbon fuels across different transport modes.
- A proven track record in programme management and stakeholder engagement within SMEs and large corporates.
- Excellent communication and written skills, with the confidence to interact effectively with scheme members.
- Excellent organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to multi-task and prioritise when necessary.
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While not essential but desirable:
- Knowledge of chain of custody and supply chain traceability certification schemes for fuels, feedstocks and chemicals, such as ISCC-EU/PLUS.
- Professional experience in carbon and sustainability reporting frameworks such as the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
Working Conditions
The position is offered on a part-time (minimum three days a week) and full-time basis. The Sustainable Business Team are hybrid working, either at our Westminster offices or combined with working from home.
How to Apply
To Apply, Please Send Your CV and a Covering Email to Our HR Consultant, Heidi Rush, No Later Than 11th September 2026. Your Covering Email Should Include:
- Why you are the best candidate for this role.
- Whether you are seeking a full or part-time role.
- Your current salary and salary expectations.
- Provide full details of your degree.
- Confirm you have the right to work in the UK.
If you have any questions on the role please get in touch by email. Applications and requests for information to be sent to Heidi@HRSmartuk.com. No agencies please.
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