Senior Sustainability Advisor Hybrid

• Contribute to delivering multibillion-dollar water infrastructure programs offering long-term involvement in complex large-scale projects.
• Join a leading client organisation which is one of Australias largest deliverers of major infrastructure projects shaping transformative water solutions.
• Work on world-class projects right here in Sydney no airmiles required! Enjoy the flexibility of working hours to suit your needs.

Who we are:

Sydney Water is undertaking a 10-year multibillion dollar Infrastructure program to renew expand & build infrastructure to support a more sustainable resilient and efficient water network for Sydneys growing population. We provide safe drinking recycled wastewater and stormwater services with a focus on reliability affordability and environmental sustainability. As a state-owned corporation we prioritize customers and communities.

About This Role:

The Senior Sustainability Advisor will lead and support the implementation of sustainability initiatives including but not limited to sustainable procurement (supply chain) circular economy principles low carbon solutions and climate resilience strategies in our Major Projects ensuring sustainability performanceto meet Major Projects goal expectations. They will also provide sustainability advice to multi-disciplined teams championing low carbon infrastructure solutions.

The purpose of the Major Projects business is to lead and manage the prudent safe timely and cost-effective development and delivery of Sydney Waters Major Project program. To ensure the high profile and strategically important investments we make are delivered successfully in the eyes of our customers our stakeholders and ourselves.

While successful development and the ultimate delivery and handover of significant assets is a key role of Major Projects from a technical perspective its main focus is on strategy realisation and value creation from a social environmental and economic perspective.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide expert sustainability advice across major projects and support implementation of Sydney Waters sustainability lowcarbon and climateresilience strategies.
• Identify develop and deliver sustainability initiatives including capability uplift contractor oversight and integration of sustainability requirements into design and procurement.
• Lead and manage sustainability ratings and processes review contractor documentation and ensure alignment with policies procedures and the Environmental Management System.
• Monitor analyse and report on sustainability performance risks lessons learned and improvement opportunities across projects and business areas.
• Deliver training prepare stakeholder communications and liaise with government and professional organisations to support consistent and effective sustainability outcomes.

To be successful in this role you will bring:

• Relevant qualifications in environmental science/engineering and extensive (7 years) sustainability experience in infrastructure environments.
• Strong background working with multidisciplinary project teams sustainability ratings (e.g. IS Council) and carbon accounting principles.
• Proven ability to influence negotiate and communicate effectively across all levels.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with sound knowledge of current environmental and sustainability legislation and issues.
• Demonstrated capability to drive continuous improvement and embed better work practices across programs of work.

This role will based in Parramatta with travel to project sites across the Greater Sydney region required

Essential Requirements:

• Please note as part of the application process you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.
• You must be anAustralian CitizenorPermanent Residentat the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.

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Dive into Our Great Benefits!

• Competitive Remuneration: Well ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
• Employee Networks: We proudly offer and support Employee Led networks such as Women of Water Pride First Nations and Disability & Neurodiversity Networks
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success in the direction you desire.
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
• Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a generous childcare allowance.
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
• Novated Leasing: Get in the drivers seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

Closing Date: Thursday 19^th March at 11:59 PM AEST

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Working at Sydney Water

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people LGBTQIA people with disability people with caring responsibilities people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and veterans.

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Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHiresTermsand Sydney WatersPrivacy Collection Statement Job Application.Please note as part of the application process you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.