Together we shape thriving communities, public spaces, places and economies.

• Permanent opportunity, full time hours (35 hours/week)
• Office location – Harrington Street, The Rocks
• Salary relative to experience and ranges from $145,378 to $168,130 + super

About us
Placemaking NSW is responsible for managing and caring for some of Sydney’s most iconic harbourside venues and locations, including The Rocks, Barangaroo, Darling Harbour and White Bay Power Station. We also lead the planning and delivery of the Bays West Urban Renewal Precinct, a state significant project that will bring new homes, jobs, and public spaces to 77 hectares of government-owned land just 2 kilometres from Sydney's CBD. 


The role
Barangaroo is known for its world-leading sustainability commitments and this role plays a key part in keeping that legacy alive. As Senior Manager Sustainability, you’ll work with building owners, tenants, consultants, and internal teams to lead and deliver on the annual Climate Active Carbon Neutral Certification and other sustainability commitments across the precinct.

It’s a dynamic role that calls for excellent stakeholder coordination and project management skills, and a deep knowledge of sustainability best practice. You’ll manage reporting, contracts, and compliance—while helping shape the long-term sustainability aspirations of Barangaroo.

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Manager, Sustainability


What you will bring to the role

• Deep experience in sustainability management and carbon accounting, with a strong track record in leading carbon neutral certification processes such as Climate Active.
• Demonstrated success in applying sustainability principles across large-scale urban renewal or precinct developments, with an understanding of the challenges and opportunities in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
• Proven ability to manage commercial contracts and projects within the built form and civil infrastructure sectors, ensuring delivery of high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
• Expertise in emissions offsetting and environmental data management, with a strong focus on accuracy, integrity and transparent reporting.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills—comfortable working with building owners, tenants, consultants, regulators and internal teams to align on sustainability goals.
• A strategic, forward-thinking approach to sustainability, with the ability to translate best practice into practical actions that support long-term precinct aspirations.

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in sustainability management and practice, commercial, contract or project management, or equivalent professional experience.

What’s in it for me?
Join our team for a fantastic culture with dynamic collaboration and genuine long-term career support. We offer flexibility in work arrangements, diverse and fulfilling assignments, and prioritize work/life balance and wellbeing with initiatives like flex leave and access to support programs. Additionally, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome, respected, and empowered to succeed.


Join us
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 11.55pm on Sunday 15^th June 2025.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Sally Hamilton at sally.hamilton1@property.nsw.gov.au.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

We encourage and support applications from people with disability. Please reach out to us to discuss any accommodations or adjustments that may be needed during the recruitment process, ensuring that you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@dpie.nsw.gov.au or (02) 63637676​ - HR Support, option 2, DPHI People Advisory, option 1 and reference 'Request an Adjustment - Job Title and Reference Number'.

Check out our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for the role or contact our Aboriginal Career pathways team for a yarn.