AddressAEMO at the Heart of Energy
We are the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), committed to designing and operating a sustainable energy system that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and gas. Our mission includes facilitating the transition to a net-zero energy system by 2050, working collaboratively with industry partners to achieve 100% renewable generation capability by 2025. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around Character, Commitment, and Connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant mission in the energy sector.
About the role
We have an exciting new opportunity to progress AEMO’s sustainability agenda and be responsible for leading the sustainability strategic vision and ambition in accordance with the company's position and strategic sustainability objectives.
What you will be doing
In this role you will support the sustainability reporting requirements, including the development of systems and processes that enable strategic insights and the delivery of our ESG internal and external reporting suite that meets new and emerging climate disclosure and sustainability reporting requirements. This involves maintaining a wide range of projects and relationships internally and externally with the goal of demonstrating AEMO’s sustainability efforts to our customers, team members, communities, investors, industry and other key stakeholders. Additionally, you will act as a subject matter expert, providing advice to business queries as required.
What you will bring to the role
To succeed in this role, it is essential you have a strong background in corporate sustainability (or similar fields) and can proactively drive forward pieces of work to support identifying sustainability risks and opportunities for AEMO. Ideally, you are proficient in the management and delivery of projects with desired experience in sustainability. Other position requirements are as follows:
- Experience with sustainability and climate change reporting frameworks and standards.
- Demonstrated track record of management and delivery of social and environmental impact/sustainability strategies and projects in corporate environments.
- Experience with greenhouse gas emission reporting frameworks and experience with climate change risk management and scenario analysis.
- Detailed knowledge and appreciation of current social and environmental issues and trends in Australia and globally, and how to integrate this in a commercial context that builds credibility for the organisation.
- Demonstrated experience working with and delivering against key global and Australian ESG frameworks and methodologies e.g., ISSB, GRI, UN Global Compact, Climate Active Certification, TCFD.
- Relevant Tertiary qualifications or similar level of experience to demonstrate acumen in – business, sustainability, environmental science or other relevant discipline.
In return some of our benefits to you
- Flexible working: work from home, part time, hybrid options, and additional leave options
- Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
- Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
- Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
- Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
About Our Process
AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, or religion. We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process. Simply let the us know by emailing us at ******@aemo.com.au.
If you would like to know more about working at AEMO, please visit our careers page for more information.
