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Form of workSustainability Officer - Environmental & Governance
- Permanent Opportunity
- Five Weeks Annual Leave
- Free onsite parking
About the Business:
Sporting the dual crown of Australia’s oldest dairy and Australia’s most innovative dairy, Brownes Dairy has an exciting opportunity that would be ideally suited to someone with an Environmental Science background.
Community is at the heart of what we do as we collect over 140 million litres of milk each year from more than 50 dairy farming families located in WA’s pristine Southwest region. All our Brownes Dairy products are made in WA. We are fiercely protective of our environment, pride ourselves on being a leader in sustainability and our free school tours program sees thousands of school children learn about the benefits of dairy too.
With a diverse portfolio of award-winning fresh dairy products including milk, cream, sour cream, yoghurt, flavoured milk, cold brew drinks, cheese, juice and desserts, our products are a household name in WA and are sold nationally and internationally as well. WA is our heartland.
About the Role
Are you someone who has the drive to help us deliver on our ESG commitments? We are offering a unique role withing a multi-award winning global FMCG business, based right here in WA.
The position plays an important role in ensuring the company is operating sustainably, responsibly and in a way that meets the expectations of our stakeholders.
Responsible for helping to deliver Brownes’ environmental, social and governance goals, the Sustainability Officer will act as the primary point of contact for environmental and governance data related queries at Brownes.
Staying up to date with emerging trends and innovation in the ESG reporting space, the ability to think strategically, a keen eye for data integrity, along with a strong sense of environmental stewardship and a passion for sustainability is paramount for this role.
Role Accountabilities will include but not limited to:
- Assisting the sustainability team by working with operations, engineering and corporate teams to understand data collation methods and gaps.
- Establishing and maintaining the environmental management system.
- Collecting environmental and sustainability data and assisting with accurate reporting in compliance with internal and regulatory requirements.
- Managing sustainability data and reporting in current format whilst providing options for improved governance systems.
- Keeping up to date and advising the business on any emerging trends, best practices, and changes in environmental legislation.
- Reviewing and advising on carbon data, carbon accounting methods and carbon markets as part of the business decarbonisation strategy.
- Working with farm base and consultants to assist in mapping scope 3 emissions.
- Assisting with development of the company’s ESG policies.
What are we looking for?
Someone who has a good understanding of environmental legislation and who has had experience in sustainability and environmental reporting. Preferably with two plus years’ experience undertaking this function within a manufacturing company.
It would be essential to hold some Tertiary Qualification – Graduate (Bachelor/Master) in Engineering, Science or Supply Chain Field with a preference for an Environmental Science qualification.
A candidate with a quantitative, data focussed approach to problem solving, with excellent skills in MS Office applications.
Prior work with NPI, NGER and WEMP reporting would be advantageous as would experience in project work related to carbon neutrality.
What we offer:
- A great culture – we love being the best and we love what we do
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Employee reward program
- Various health and wellbeing discounts i.e. private health, hotels, gyms
- Employee Assistance Program
To apply for this role please submit a CV and covering letter that best shows your relevant skills and experience. All candidates will receive a response.
Must have full working rights in Australia.
No applications from agencies will be entered into at this time.
