Senior Sustainability Officer

Job no:509622
Work type:full time
Location:Crawley
Categories:Campus / facilities management

Campus Management

• The University of Western Australia has a strong commitment to support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and is embarking on a progressive agenda to address these goals in our teaching and research as well as our own operations
• The University has set ambitious environmental and carbon neutral targets which needs to be delivered
• Opportunity to also be involved in wider sustainability planning across all strategic areas
• Full time and ongoing appointment
• Salary range: Level 7 $90,862 - $100,814 p.a. plus 17% superannuation  

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University. 

About the team  

Campus Management is responsible for planning, developing and managing the University’s campus and property portfolio to support teaching, research and campus life. Campus Management delivers a comprehensive range of University-wider services. The Sustainability team within the Campus Planning division is responsible for environmental sustainability within campus operations and manages the utilities consumption and reporting.

About the opportunity  

In this position, you will under broad direction progress the initiatives of the Environmental Sustainability Strategy to meet the University’s carbon neutral targets. You will contribute to the development of policies and plans which will impact the sustainable operations of the campus informed by your knowledge and expertise within the sustainability field.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate: 

• Relevant tertiary qualification or demonstrated equivalent competency
• Relevant experience at an appropriate level in the planning and implementation of sustainability related projects, such as within the areas of energy, water, waste, biodiversity and transport.
• Relevant experience at an appropriate level in environmental reporting requirements including familiarity with National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting Act and National Pollution Inventory
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Highly developed organisational skills with the demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently, show initiative, problem solve and work productively as part of a team

About you  

You will be enthusiastic about working within a cohesive and supportive team to deliver outcomes which support a shared University vision.

You will have an appreciation for a collaborative approach in the planning and delivery of initiatives.

You will have a broad and far-sighted perspective and be focussed on balanced outcomes which deliver the best long term solutions.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   PD - Senior Sustainability Officer 509622.pdf

The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria. 

Closing date: Wednesday, 11 May 2022

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. 

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button. 

COVID-19

In line with the Western Australia COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Programme the successful applicant for this position will be required to provide proof of their full COVID-19 vaccination status (or have a Vaccination Exemption Statement) before commencing work at UWA.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity 

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050. 

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered. 
• UWA has been awarded Bronze Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2021). 
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.    

Advertised:27 Apr 2022 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:11 May 2022 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time