Introduction

Our client, OneFortyOne, is a forestry and sawmill business, operating throughout the Green Triangle region of Australia and the Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough regions of New Zealand (Top of the South). A unique opportunity is available for a Sustainability Manager to join this progressive company, which will allow you to bring bold, innovative ideas with an entrepreneurial spirit.

What are you going to do

This role will be responsible for supporting the implementation of the company's sustainability framework, leading the decarbonisation program and maturing ESG reporting. To achieve sustainability objectives and targets, the role will support all business streams in developing proactive ESG-related practices and reporting, particularly regarding environmental health and Greenhouse Gas emissions reduction.

Reporting to the Director of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, this role works collaboratively with OneFortyOne's business units and external partners to drive continual improvement and proactively support a positive sustainability culture across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and advise on strategic ESG issues, by keeping up-to-date with external sustainability and ESG trends, processes, and benchmarks as well as legislation, standards and codes of practice that will impact on OneFortyOne.

Provide technical expertise on climate risk, informing the business's response to AASB S1 reporting requirements.
Prepare OneFortyOne's annual carbon footprint for investors and regulatory reporting.
Facilitate the development and delivery of enterprise ESG strategies and targets.
Support and track the implementation and progress of key ESG initiatives.
Manage internal and external ESG reporting, including ensuring the business's existing carbon footprint continues to meet regulatory requirements.
Facilitate the development and implementation of systems and processes to monitor and track progress towards ESG targets.
Promote the awareness of sustainability within OneFortyOne, including preparation of internal communications such as presentations and concise articles for employees.
Interface with site-based environmental professionals and leadership teams to identify issues and ensure consistency in ESG management across the organisation.
Provide subject matter expert guidance to site-based environmental professionals and leadership teams.
Build and maintain external relationships and monitor stakeholder expectations.
Coordinate executive, senior management and Board sustainability reviews, including preparing agendas, coordinating papers, and managing actions. This includes preparation and oversight over enterprise sustainability and ESG reporting.

Essential skills and knowledge

Relevant tertiary qualifications OR relevant experience (Sustainability, Environmental Science/Management or similar).
Experience in developing and implementing Sustainability strategies.
Practical experience and knowledge of Sustainability reporting, particularly GRI requirements
Carbon accounting and reporting knowledge and experience.
Interest or experience in emerging sustainability areas such as biodiversity, circular economy, climate change adaptation and resilience.
Exceptional engagement skills and ability to collaborate with stakeholders across diverse roles and skill sets.
Valid passport and ability to travel throughout the year (4-6x) to the corporate office (Melbourne), Mt. Gambier, and New Zealand operations as required.

What we offer

About Advance Careers

Advance Careers is a recruitment and staffing agency which specialises in connecting skilled professionals with energy transition and sustainability roles. For over 10 years, we have worked closely with industry to develop an in-depth understanding of the unique and emerging skillsets associated with these markets as well as how to ensure strong cultural fit.

Joining forces with Brunel in 2024, Advance Careers draws upon the group's global reach, knowledge and network to match candidates with opportunities both within Australia and around the world.

Advance Careers is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

How to apply:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the 'Apply' button. Applying is quick and easy - just make sure you have the following documents ready to go:

Resume
Cover Letter (optional)

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Kate Faulkner, Senior Client Solutions Manager at katef@advancecareers.com.au.