Corporate Sustainability Officer

City Of Parramatta

The Role

Overview

Integrate sustainability across Council operations, manage audits, data, projects, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

  • sustainability reporting
  • project delivery
  • program implementation
  • audit coordination
  • data platform
  • emissions tracking

Tasks

-Analyse and report on corporate sustainability indicators to inform decision-making -Oversee contracted energy and water efficiency projects, ensuring timely and budget-conscious delivery -Collaborate with service units to implement sustainability measures and staff engagement programs -Coordinate environmental audits, retrofits and operational changes across Council facilities and services -Manage Council’s environmental sustainability data platform and ensure accurate tracking of utility usage and emissions

Requirements

  • data analysis
  • project management
  • environmental science
  • class c
  • negotiation
  • trend analysis

What You Bring

-Strong ability to influence behavioural change through environmental education -High-level interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills -Current Class C Driver’s Licence -Proficiency in data analysis, database management and reporting, particularly utility and emissions data -Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, environmental management or a related discipline -Proven project management experience including budgeting and contracts -Advanced computer literacy including trend analysis and data interpretation

Benefits

-Health and Wellbeing programs (Fitness Passport, flu shots, etc.) -Significant leave benefits (up to 12 days flexi-time, 3 additional leave days at Christmas, 15 days sick/personal leave, 2 days health and wellbeing leave per year) -Access to Long Service Leave after 5 years -A range of flexible work arrangements including hybrid WFH arrangements -Free Parking onsite -Central Parramatta location (Public transport at our door, discounted parking) -Learning and development opportunities -14 weeks paid parental leave

The Company

About City Of Parramatta

-A key driver in urban transformation, shaping the future of Western Sydney. -Pioneering in the redevelopment of Parramatta’s CBD, creating a vibrant, accessible city for all. -Engaged in large-scale projects like the Parramatta Light Rail and the Western Sydney Airport. -Focuses on urban planning, transport solutions, and environmental sustainability. -The council's diverse portfolio spans from residential development to economic growth initiatives. -A hub for cultural events, public spaces, and the arts, fostering a lively community atmosphere.

Sector Specialisms

Urban Development and Renewal

Aboriginal Heritage Management

Infrastructure

Health Services Precinct

Education and Medical Research Facilities

Transport

Public Space Design

Commercial Development

Residential Development

Cultural Precinct Development

Security Clearance

-criminal history records check required -potential random drug and alcohol testing