Sustainability Manager

Company Snapshot

Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort is an award-winning, adults-only boutique resort on Eagle Beach in Aruba, consistently recognized among the leading resorts in the Caribbean. Owner-managed and internationally known for its sustainability leadership, including Carbon Neutrality, Bucuti & Tara offers associates a professional, caring workplace built on quality and personalized service.

Position Highlights

Sustainability Manager. Leading the continued evolution of an internationally recognized sustainable resort, your core purpose is to drive meaningful environmental initiatives and keep Bucuti & Tara the benchmark for sustainable hospitality. You will manage sustainability projects across departments, maintain certifications, support the journey toward Carbon Negative, and inspire associates, guests and partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the resort's sustainability strategy
• Manage sustainability projects and environmental initiatives across all departments
• Support the resort's journey toward becoming Carbon Negative
• Coordinate and maintain certifications including LEED®, Green Globe, Travelife and Carbon Neutrality
• Monitor sustainability performance, analyze data and identify improvement opportunities
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation, certification requirements and company standards
• Develop sustainability awareness programs and deliver associate training
• Act as ambassador for the resort's sustainability efforts with guests, journalists, travel partners, institutions, community organizations and government agencies
• Collaborate with department leaders to embed sustainable practices throughout the resort
• Identify innovative technologies and solutions that improve environmental and operational performance

Requirements, Skills & Traits

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Environmental Management or a related field. Demonstrated experience leading sustainability initiatives or environmental projects. Fluent in English (spoken and written); Dutch and Spanish are an advantage. Hospitality or tourism experience preferred. Pre-employment drug screening applies.

Core Skills:

Strong understanding of sustainability principles, environmental management systems and certification programs. Strong analytical, organizational and project management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Soft Skills:

Genuine passion for sustainability who inspires others through knowledge and action. Communicates confidently with every audience, thinks strategically while staying hands-on, embraces innovation and builds strong cross-department relationships.

Success Metrics

Certifications are maintained, sustainability performance improves measurably, progress toward Carbon Negative stays on track, and associates and guests are actively engaged in the resort's environmental journey.

Benefits

• Attractive salaries
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, life and disability coverage
• Childcare and elderly care support
• Elective benefits for greater flexibility and personalization
• Annual health check-ups and gym memberships
• Savings & Loans program, including green loans at attractive interest rates and competitive savings returns

Employment Culture & Growth

Bucuti & Tara is an internationally recognized pioneer in sustainable tourism and an Equal Opportunity Employer with a smoke- and drug-free workplace. This role offers the chance to shape the future of responsible hospitality.

How To Apply

Submit your résumé and cover letter, and describe a sustainability initiative or project you are most proud of and the impact it made. Apply online through the Bucuti & Tara careers portal.