Senior Manager Sustainability

Lead sustainability and Net Zero strategy across one of Australia’s most significant future infrastructure programs. Senior sustainability leadership opportunity Major transport infrastructure program Sydney based The Role An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Manager – Sustainability & Net Zero to take a leading role within a major Australian Government infrastructure program. This is a senior strategic position responsible for driving sustainability, decarbonisation and climate resilience across a complex infrastructure environment. You will work across planning, procurement, design, construction and broader organisational activities to ensure sustainability and Net Zero objectives are embedded into project delivery. You will provide high-level advice to senior executives while working closely with project delivery teams, government agencies, industry partners, suppliers and other key stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Lead and continuously improve sustainability and Net Zero strategies, policies and frameworks Drive carbon reduction and decarbonisation initiatives across projects, operations, procurement and supply chains Manage greenhouse gas baselines, carbon accounting and sustainability reporting Lead sustainability rating and assurance activities across planning, procurement, design and construction Provide specialist advice around sustainable infrastructure, embodied carbon, resource efficiency and circular economy initiatives Lead climate risk, adaptation and resilience initiatives Embed sustainability requirements into procurement and contract management Provide strategic briefings, reports and advice to senior executives and governance committees Build strong relationships across government, industry, contractors and delivery partners To be successful, you will bring: Extensive experience leading sustainability, climate change or Net Zero initiatives Experience working on complex infrastructure projects or programs Strong knowledge of sustainability assurance tools, including ISC v2.2 and Green Star Experience developing sustainability strategies, governance frameworks, reporting and assurance processes Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at a senior level Sound knowledge of risk management, governance and regulatory compliance A degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Climate Change or a related discipline, or equivalent working experience Australian citizenship is required, and a National Police Check forms part of the mandatory pre-employment screening requirements. What You’ll Get in Return This is an opportunity to take on a genuinely influential sustainability leadership position within a nationally significant infrastructure environment. You’ll have the opportunity to shape Net Zero, sustainability and climate resilience outcomes at both a strategic and project-delivery level. What You Need to Do Now If you’re interested in this role, apply to Jade Applegate at Hays for a confidential discussion.