Lead sustainability and Net Zero strategy across one of the most significant future infrastructure projects

Your new company
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Manager – Sustainability & Net Zero to take a leading role within a major Australian Government infrastructure program.
This is a senior strategic position responsible for driving sustainability, decarbonisation and climate resilience across a complex infrastructure environment. You will work across planning, procurement, design, construction and broader organisational activities to ensure sustainability and Net Zero objectives are embedded into project delivery.

You will provide high-level advice to senior executives while working closely with project delivery teams, government agencies, industry partners, suppliers and other key stakeholders.
Your new role
Lead and continuously improve sustainability and Net Zero strategies, policies and frameworksDrive carbon reduction and decarbonisation initiatives across projects, operations, procurement and supply chains
Manage greenhouse gas baselines, carbon accounting and sustainability reporting
Lead sustainability rating and assurance activities across planning, procurement, design and construction
Provide specialist advice around sustainable infrastructure, embodied carbon, resource efficiency and circular economy initiatives
Lead climate risk, adaptation and resilience initiatives
Embed sustainability requirements into procurement and contract management
Provide strategic briefings,



reports and advice to senior executives and governance committees
Build strong relationships across government, industry, contractors and delivery partners
What you'll need to succeed
Extensive experience leading sustainability, climate change or Net Zero initiativesExperience working on complex infrastructure projects or programs
Strong knowledge of sustainability assurance tools, including ISC v2.2 and Green Star
Experience developing sustainability strategies, governance frameworks, reporting and assurance processes
Robust stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at a senior level
Sound knowledge of risk management, governance and regulatory compliance
A degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Climate Change or a related discipline, or equivalent working experience
Australian citizenship is required, and a National Police Check forms part of the mandatory pre-employment screening requirements.
What you'll get in return
This is an opportunity to take on a genuinely influential sustainability leadership position within a nationally significant infrastructure environment. You’ll have the opportunity to shape Net Zero, sustainability and climate resilience outcomes at both a strategic and project-delivery level.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, to Jade Applegate
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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📌 Senior Manager Sustainability (Sydney)
🏢 Hays
📍 Sydney