Manager Environment & Sustainability
Manager Environment & Sustainability
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Job Description
Together we shape thriving communities public spaces places and economies.
- Permanent full-time (35 hours per week) opportunity
- Based at Centennial Parklands and Parramatta offices with hybrid work arrangements available
- Salary relative to experience and ranges from $129464 to $142665 super
The role
Are you ready to work with a small innovative Environment and Sustainability team to lead a whole-of-agency shift toward genuine sustainability drive net zero outcomes implement nature positive strategies and innovate for new solutions to managing Sydneys iconic parkland estates
This is your unique opportunity to take sustainability initiatives from strategy to implementation to shape the direction of Greater Sydney Parklands and the parklands estate. Its a hands-on leadership role that blends policy with practical outcomes across more than 6000 hectares of iconic estates.
Supported by a strong corporate culture you can have a big impact build diverse skills and not just develop the strategy but deliver on outcomes. Youll work across the agencyfrom visitor services operations design and capital works events marketing sports heritage and business services to embed Net Zero and climate adaptation principles in everyday operations.
Youll be influencing stakeholders juggling competing priorities and keeping us ahead of industry benchmarks and government targets. This role is perfect for a big-picture thinker who knows how to get things done loves the challenge of a diverse workplace and thrives on delivering on ground.
For more information read the full Role Description: Manager Environment and Sustainability
What you will bring to the role
- Extensive expertise in environmental sustainability with a sound understanding of NSW Government sustainability policies climate change initiatives and biodiversity management.
- Proven ability to develop and deliver impactful strategies policies and plansfrom scoping and consultation through to implementation and review.
- Strong project and procurement management skills with experience working across teams and with contractors to influence outcomes and drive delivery.
- Confidence in managing data and reporting frameworks to track and communicate sustainability outcomes.
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to work independently build trust and collaborate across a diverse and fast-paced organisation.
- A self-starter mindset with the flexibility creativity and resilience to shape and lead new initiatives in a small hands-on team managing a large and complex estate.
What is an essential requirement:
- Degree qualification or higher qualification in sustainability environmental science or other relevant discipline and/or equivalent experience.
- Current Australian drivers license and ability to travel to and attend work at any site within the GSP portfolio.
About us
The Department of Planning Housing and Infrastructure(DPHI) improves the liveability and prosperity of NSW. To achieve this we: create vibrant productive spaces and precincts; manage lands assets and property effectively and deliver affordable and diverse housing. We strive to be a high-performing world-class public service organisation that celebrates and reflects the full diversity of the community we serve and builds the cultural capability of our department to improve outcomes with and for Aboriginal people communities and entities.
We are an inclusive and accessible workplace where your individual contributions are valued and where everyone is encouraged to feel a sense of connection and belonging. DPHI supports various employee affinity groups practices flexible working offers job share and workplace adjustments.
Whats in it for me
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements diverse and fulfilling assignments and prioritise work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome respected and empowered to succeed.
Join us
If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Sunday 3rd August 2025.
Should you require further information about the role please contact David Kirkland on or.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment.
We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent skills and potential. Contact the Talent Team via or (02) - HR Support option 2 DPHI People Advisory option 1 and reference Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number.
Check out ourAboriginal applicants guideto assist with applying for the role or contact ourAboriginal Career pathwaysteam for a yarn.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
