Job description:

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fueled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

- Respect for Resources
- Spirit of Innovation
- Passion for People

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

- Flexible working arrangements and a variety of engaging Health and Wellbeing programs
- Diverse Leadership Development Programs and Professional Development Support
- Employee Reward and Recognition Program
- Bonus incentives and discounted Health Insurance
- Novated Car Leasing Agreements
- Income Protection Insurance
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

Simplot values the creativity and meaningful relationships that grow through face-to-face connection while also recognising the importance of flexibility for our team members. Our hybrid work environment includes four days in our corporate office, with Wednesdays as our dedicated ‘Connect Day' bringing everyone together to strengthen our successful culture of innovation and collaboration.

About Our Role

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Energy and Carbon Manager to join our Sustainability team on a permanent, full-time basis.





This highly influential role is responsible for leading Simplot Australia's energy strategy, procurement, efficiency initiatives and carbon management programs, while supporting broader global food sustainability objectives. Working closely with site leadership teams, engineering, finance, procurement and sustainability stakeholders, you will drive initiatives that improve operational performance, reduce costs, manage risk and support our environmental commitments.

As Simplot's subject matter expert for energy and carbon, you will provide thought leadership across the business. In Australia, you will monitor evolving energy markets and legislative requirements, and represent Simplot with industry bodies, regulators and government stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to shape long-term sustainability outcomes while delivering meaningful commercial value across our operations.

What You Will Do

- Lead Simplot Australia's energy procurement strategy, managing expenditure of approximately $32 million annually
- Provide expert advice and strategic direction on energy markets, procurement opportunities and emerging technologies
- Drive energy efficiency initiatives and help identify opportunities to improve operational performance and reduce costs
- Partner with manufacturing sites, engineering teams and business leaders to develop and implement energy-related projects
- Monitor and communicate changes in Australian energy legislation, regulatory requirements and market conditions




- Assess and manage energy and carbon-related business risks and opportunities
- Lead greenhouse gas emissions reporting and carbon management initiatives across global food operations
- Support the development and execution of sustainability strategies aligned with Simplot's environmental commitments
- Prepare and present recommendations, insights and reports to senior leaders and external stakeholders
- Represent Simplot through engagement with government agencies, industry associations and external networks

About You

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, Commerce or a related discipline
- Significant experience in energy procurement, energy management or sustainability leadership roles
- Strong understanding of energy markets, regulatory frameworks and energy procurement strategies
- Demonstrated experience managing large budgets and delivering commercial outcomes
- Proven project management skills, with the ability to identify, develop and implement improvement initiatives
- Strong analytical capability and the ability to interpret complex information and communicate clear recommendations
- Experience managing risk and navigating changing regulatory environments
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across all levels of an organization
- Robust negotiation experience, including engagement with suppliers, regulators and industry bodies
- Passion for sustainability and an understanding of environmental issues impacting customers, consumers and industry
- Confident presenting to senior leadership teams, executive stakeholders and external audiences

If this sounds like you, then please apply online now.

Applications close Friday 2nd October 2026. Simplot reserves the right to commence recruiting activity prior to closing date.

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📌 Energy and Carbon Manager (Mentone)
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