Job description

Job Type: Full-time | Location: Fort Worth, TX | Department : Operations | Reporting to: VP, HSSE | Work Location Type: #hybrid

The Global Environment Director is responsible for establishing, implementing, and continuously advancing IREN's global environmental governance framework and stewardship programs across its multinational operations. This role provides strategic and technical leadership for environmental due diligence, permitting, compliance, risk management, resource stewardship, and ESG-related activities, ensuring environmental considerations are effectively integrated throughout the full project lifecycle-from prospective site selection and development through construction, operations, and expansion.

The Global Environment Director will lead the evolution of IREN's environmental systems, standards, processes, and organizational competencies, enabling responsible growth while maintaining compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and advancing environmental performance. The role will provide oversight and subject matter expertise across environmental impact assessments, baseline environmental studies, permitting, monitoring programs, contractor environmental management, waste, water, and energy management protocols, and sustainability initiatives.

Working closely with Commercial, Engineering, Investor Relations, Community Engagement, Risk Management, Human Resources, Procurement, and Geography Leadership teams, the successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner in achieving IREN's business objectives while fostering environmental stewardship across the enterprise.

Job requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Sustainability, Natural Resources, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive environmental leadership experience, including responsibilities across multiple countries and regulatory jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing environmental management systems, governance frameworks, standards, and environmental stewardship programs.
• Strong knowledge of environmental due diligence, environmental impact assessments, permitting, compliance management, environmental monitoring, and environmental risk management.
• Experience supporting data center construction and operations and/or large-scale industrial construction and operational environments.
• Demonstrated experience supporting greenfield development projects, site selection processes, and environmental permitting activities.
• Experience managing environmental consultants, contractors, and external subject matter experts.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate across diverse business functions and geographic regions.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, facilitation, and project management skills.
• Fluent in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as Certified Environmental Professional (CEP), Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditor, Certified Sustainability Professional, ISO 14001 Lead Auditor, or equivalent an asset.
• Demonstrated proficiency and practical application of environmental legislation, regulatory frameworks, permitting requirements, and compliance obligations across multiple jurisdictions, such as:
  • United States
  • Canada
  • Australia
  • Spain

Job responsibilities

Environmental Strategy & Governance

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve IREN's global environmental management framework, policies, standards, procedures, and stewardship programs.
• Establish enterprise-wide environmental governance processes, performance expectations, reporting mechanisms, and accountability structures.
• Monitor evolving environmental regulations, industry developments, and leading practices, ensuring timely integration into company standards and operational requirements.
• Drive a culture of environmental stewardship, risk management, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
• Establish environmental performance indicators and metrics to measure program effectiveness and support decision-making.

Environmental Due Diligence & Project Development

• Advise on environmental due diligence for prospective data center sites, acquisitions, expansions, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Oversee environmental screening assessments, baseline environmental studies, environmental impact assessments, and environmental risk evaluations.
• Partner with Commercial, Engineering, and Development teams to evaluate environmental opportunities, constraints, and mitigation strategies associated with site selection and project development.
• Provide strategic guidance regarding environmental liabilities, permitting pathways, environmental sensitivities, and development risks during investment and project planning activities.
• Support growth initiatives by integrating environmental requirements into project design, development, and execution processes.

Permitting, Compliance & Monitoring

• Advise regional and local teams regarding applicable environmental legislation, permitting requirements, compliance obligations, and leading practices across operating jurisdictions.
• Establish standards and processes for environmental compliance assurance, monitoring, auditing, reporting, and performance verification.
• Support operational teams in maintaining compliance with environmental permits, regulatory requirements, commitments, and company standards.
• Identify emerging environmental risks and regulatory developments that may impact business operations and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain relationships with regulators, environmental agencies, consultants, and other external stakeholders.

Environmental Programs & Resource Stewardship

• Develop and oversee enterprise-wide programs related to:
  • Waste management and waste minimization
  • Water stewardship and conservation
  • Energy management and resource optimization
  • Environmental monitoring and performance reporting
  • Contractor environmental management
  • Pollution prevention and environmental protection
  • Environmental incident management and investigation
• Establish environmental performance expectations for contractors, suppliers, and business partners.
• Promote sustainable operational practices that support business objectives and environmental performance goals.

HSE & Sustainability Support

• Support the development and implementation of wider HSE and ESG/sustainability strategies, commitments, and performance objectives.
• Partner with Commercial, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications teams to support ESG disclosures, sustainability reports, investor communications, and stakeholder inquiries.
• Oversee environmental data collection, validation, and reporting processes to support internal and external reporting requirements.
• Contribute environmental subject matter expertise to climate, sustainability, and responsible business initiatives.

Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate closely with Commercial, Engineering, Community Engagement, Investor Relations, Procurement, Human Resources, Risk Management, and operational leadership teams.
• Provide environmental subject matter expertise to executive leadership and key business stakeholders.
• Develop environmental competency throughout the organization through training, coaching, mentoring, and awareness initiatives.
• Represent IREN in industry forums, regulatory engagements, community discussions, and external stakeholder interactions as required.
• Influence business decisions through a practical, risk-based, and solutions-oriented approach to environmental management.

Job benefits

At IREN, we offer a comprehensive, market-competitive total rewards package designed to support employees' well-being, career advancement, and financial wealth. Our offerings reflect our commitment to Proceed with Purpose while rewarding high performance and long-term growth.

Compensation

• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
• Total Compensation package may be inclusive of annual incentive bonus, equity (long-term incentive).

Health & Wellness

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) - when combined with the High Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Access to financial planning and legal services

Time Off & Leave Programs
Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

Growth & Development

• Internal skills training and advancement pathways
• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

Community & Culture

• Company events and team-building activities

We value diverse perspectives and believe that skills can be developed. If you're passionate about this role, we want to hear from you - whether you meet every criteria or not. Your unique experiences might be exactly what we need!