Sustainability Manager

Even if you haven’t heard of Energy Queensland (EQL) you might know our operational brands - Energex, Ergon Energy Network, Ergon Energy Retail and Yurika. As a group, we are growing rapidly and as part of the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan (QEJP), actively helping to advance the energy transition towards net zero.

About your new role:

Working as the Sustainability Manager you will serve as a conduit between those accountable for the sustainable execution of EQL activities and those charged with governance of the organisation. You will maintain a focus on our sustainability in a changing environment in partnership with the communities we operate in.

You will facilitate the maturing and operationalisation of an EQL sustainability framework and strategy, and ensure the EQL Board direction translates into a co-ordinated approach and consistent delivery.

To ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and accountability against community and stakeholder expectations, you will oversee the quality of sustainability related deliverables and work closely with those responsible for strategy, asset management, commercial oversight, environmental and social affairs, stakeholder engagement and reporting.

In your day you will:

• Facilitate the identification and exploration of new ways of sustaining value for the business and the society.
• Design and deliver sustainability training programs, workshops and events that raise awareness.
• Provide advice to leaders, including interpreting and applying industry knowledge and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Drive improvement in governance, quality, and processes.
• Ensure consistency and integrity of documents and deliverables.

You will be located at Newstead or any major EQL location. The remuneration for your new role starts from $164K plus 12.75% super for a 9-day fortnight and $186K plus 12.75% super for a 10-day fortnight.

Why choose to work for us?

It is an exciting time to join us and to be involved in the energy sector, so consider us for your next career move, where you will experience:

· Secure employment backed by a strong collective agreement, with yearly EBA increases.
· Strong superannuation of 12.75% and the ability to earn more with salary sacrifice co- contributions.
· Opportunities for skills and career advancement with access to ongoing training and leadership programs and capacity to build and grow your skills.
· Healthy work life balance with the option to WFH, 2 days per week and ad hoc as required.
· A chance to give back with a paid employee volunteering program allowing our employees to support communities across QLD.
· Support and guidance with access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and a mentoring program for professional support and guidance.
· A Safety-First culture, the safety of our people, customers & communities is a core priority.
· Reward and recognition with an internal reward and recognition program that includes an annual celebration of excellence.
· Diversity and Inclusion where all employees can contribute towards multiple diversity and inclusion initiatives across our business.
· Need wheels? Salary sacrifice options available for novated leases for personal use.

About you:

You hold a Tertiary qualification in sustainability, environmental science, business management or other relevant discipline.

You possess strong project management skills and have a proven track record in achieving deliverables in decentralised environments.

You will leverage your outstanding written and interpersonal communication skills, including presentation and facilitation skills to achieve appropriate outcomes through collaboration with a wide variety of stakeholders. At times your strong influencing skills and business partnering experience will also be required.

Partnered with your extensive environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability experience, your knowledge of and experience in sustainability, stakeholder management or policy management in the general government sector would be beneficial to your success in this role.

If this sounds like you, then we encourage you to apply now.

About us:

Energy Queensland is the group of electricity distribution, retail, and energy services businesses 100% owned by the state of Queensland. We deliver electricity across Queensland through our ‘poles and wires’ businesses Energex and Ergon Energy Network. Our retailer, Ergon Energy Retail sells this electricity to customers throughout regional Queensland. These essential service activities are supported by a range of innovative products and services delivered through our Yurika brand.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to help us shape the future of energy, please complete the application form and attach:

• A current resume (outlining your career history)
• A cover letter (outlining your experience and motivation for the role)

Application close 5.00pm Sunday 25th February 2024.

We value the differences individuals contribute to our workforce and encourage a diverse range of applicants to apply.

Click here to view more information on diversity and inclusion at Energy Queensland.

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