Sustainability Manager

Our Story  

Scentre Group is the owner and operator of 42 Westfield living centres in Australia and New Zealand. Our purpose is to create extraordinary places, connecting and enriching communities. 

A career with Scentre Group fosters the chance to be part of a company that is transforming the digital and physical retail space. Work with great people and add value to a tangible product you can see. 

Your opportunity  

Are you ready to take the lead in driving responsible business strategies and action plans for a dynamic organisation? Scentre Group is seeking a forward-thinking individual to step into the role of Sustainability Program Manager.

As the Sustainability Program Manager, you'll be at the forefront of implementing responsible business strategies and action plans. You'll become a trusted business partner and advisor, working hand in hand with leaders and external partners to instigate ongoing change. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Provide expert guidance and oversee the execution of environmental improvement projects in alignment with our Integrated Environmental Plan (IEP) and enterprise targets, collaborating closely with operational business units.
• Assist Regional Facility Managers (FMs) and Facility Managers in preparing and executing Environmental Action Plans, monitoring the progress of key ESG initiatives.
• Continuously identify new opportunities for improvement and encourage cross-business coordination and alignment in key ESG areas.
• Celebrate achievements, foster storytelling, and contribute to the narrative for our Annual Sustainability Reporting and relevant ESG reports.
• Cultivate and nurture relationships while monitoring stakeholder expectations.
• Explore and establish portfolio partnerships, taking ownership of managing these relationships.
• Research and report on best practice initiatives within the industry, promoting shared learning and mutual benefits.

What will set you apart from the rest?

We’re looking for a self-motivated, confident, and detail-orientated individual, who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration).
• Proven experience in sustainability program management or a related role.
• Strong knowledge of environmental improvement projects and ESG initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships.

What sets us apart from the rest? 

• Diverse career paths across our vertically integrated business
• Ability to innovate in a company that not only encourages it but will facilitate it.
• We’re recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) and committed to creating a workplace culture in which women and men are equally represented, valued and rewarded.
• Competitive benefits including 18 weeks parental leave, volunteer days to work with our charity partners, health and wellbeing discounts, and ability to purchase extra annual leave.

Our diverse and inclusive workforce is not only something we’re proud of, but something we’re committed to. We encourage and support our people to bring their ‘whole selves’ to work every day. This is because we believe all our differences contribute to our success and ensures a workforce that reflects the customers we serve. Our commitment is backed by executive and employee-led working groups including All Abilities, LGBTI, Mental Health & Wellness and Gender Equity alongside other initiatives such as our Reconciliation Action Plan to grow our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. 

If this sounds like you, apply today to make extraordinary happen!