Environmental Sustainability Officer - Full Time Permanent Position - Sydney CBD base.

• Lead the charge on sustainability: Drive impactful environmental initiatives across all Uniting activities.
• Be the go-to expert: Provide crucial guidance on sustainability matters to influence real change.
• Shape the future: Help craft strategies that protect our planet and support our communities.
• Base Salary + Super and NFP Salary Packaging Benefits (extra $18,550 tax-free) - Take home more pay

About the role:

In this role, you will be instrumental in facilitating capital works and operational processes across all Uniting activities, ensuring that environmental sustainability objectives are consistently met. As the Environmental Sustainability Officer, you will provide essential support and guidance on sustainability matters to both internal and external stakeholders. Your work will involve managing projects that advance Uniting's asset management, environmental, and Ecological Sustainable Development (ESD) initiatives. By shaping sustainability strategies, offering expert advice, and ensuring regulatory compliance, you will play a pivotal role in driving Uniting's commitment to environmental responsibility. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact on both the environment and the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Analysis & Evaluation: Assist in analyzing operational data to support our Manager of Environmental Sustainability in making informed decisions.
• Environmental Management Systems: Help maintain and update our systems regularly, ensuring consistent and accurate input.
• Budgeting & Reporting: Collect and analyze data to aid in budgeting, operations, and the production of reports.
• Specialized Studies: Conduct research and provide insights to support the team's operations.
• Safety & Compliance: Promote safe work practices and ensure compliance with WH&S legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Inclusivity: Foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive working environment that celebrates diversity in all its forms.

Your Specific Contributions:

• Strategic Support: Offer guidance on sustainability issues related to capital works and operational processes, driving continuous improvement across Uniting.
• Project Assistance: Aid in planning and executing projects that align with our environmental, ESD, and sustainability objectives.
• Policy Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement sustainability strategies, policies, and reporting processes.
• Training & Engagement: Provide or coordinate training and engagement initiatives on sustainability for staff and clients.
• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and interpret legal changes, ensuring compliance and identifying potential risks.
• Funding Opportunities: Identify and pursue funding opportunities for environmental initiatives, managing applications and follow-ups.
• Representation: Act as Uniting’s representative on environmental matters at industry forums, community consultations, and public meetings.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Educational Background: Degree in Environmental Science or a related technical discipline.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in environmental sustainability, with a strong understanding of carbon management, climate change risks, and current environmental methodologies.
• Technical Expertise: Knowledge of facilities management, property management, construction, natural areas management, and waste management strategies.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex organizations and manage relationships effectively.
• Project Management: Experience in project management, consumer engagement, and environmental training is highly regarded.

Even better:

• Postgraduate qualifications in environmental management and/or sustainability. NABERS assessor qualification or energy auditing experience
• ESG reporting understanding and experience

To review a copy of the position in detail, please click on the link below to access the PD.

PD - Environmental Sustainability Officer 2024v1.docx

What We Offer You:

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life.
• A supportive and inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.

For a confidential discussion about the role and salary range please don't hesitate to contact Dina Oraha on 0403 728 839 or via email at doraha@uniting.org

Uniting NSW.ACT has a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and carbon neutrality by 2040. We are recognised as a leader in environmental sustainability, being a Gold Partner in the NSW Sustainability Advantage Program and winner of the NSW Business - Sydney Region’s Sustainability Organisation Award 2024.  

When you’re part of Uniting NSW.ACT, you’re part of a diverse, purpose-led team of people who are really making a difference to the world around them.

We contribute to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability. Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting leaders and employees work together to create a culture that is safe, inclusive and person-centred. We bring this to life every day through our values: compassionate, respectful, imaginative and bold.

Uniting acknowledges the continuing sovereignty and rich cultural diversity of Australia’s First Peoples. We pay our respects to all Elders – past, present, and emerging – and to all First Peoples on whose lands we live and work. 

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people.