REFERENCE NO. 656/0315
- Assist
with the implementation of sustainability Initiatives - Lead,
develop, establish and maintain an Environmental Management System - 9 month
contract, remuneration package: $109K-$123K p.a. which includes leave
loading and up to 17% super
The University of Sydney is Australia’s first university and has an outstanding
global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7300
permanent staff, supporting over 50,000 students.
Campus Infrastructure & Services (CIS) is responsible for the built
environment of the University of Sydney campuses including the provision of
campus services (security, cleaning, mail & waste), management of existing
assets, planning solutions to operational needs and delivering approved projects
in line with the University of Sydney’s Strategic Plan.
We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and committed Sustainability Officer.
Reporting to the Sustainability and Engineering Unit Manager, you will be
responsible for providing support to the Sustainability and Engineering Unit
and developing and implementing a range of University Sustainability
Initiatives.
In this role, you will:
- be
involved in the development, implementation and management of University
Environmental Sustainability and related strategies, standards, policies,
procedures, reports and initiatives - strategically
help drive energy and resource efficiency of campus building operations - lead
development and establishment of an Environmental Management System and
ensure implementation of the University Sustainability framework for
campus building projects - undertake
business and technical analyses to support successful implementation of
University-wide Sustainability strategies - proactively
lead engagement and communications with University staff and student
communities as well as other stakeholders to promote environmental
sustainability
To be successful in this role you will have:
- relevant
tertiary and/or post graduate qualifications in Environmental Engineering,
Environmental Science, or related fields, and demonstrated extensive
relevant professional experience in Environmental Engineering,
Environmental Consulting and/or Environmental Sustainability roles in the
government and/or the private sector. - proven
expertise in the driving, developing, establishing and implementing of
Environmental Sustainability strategies, governance systems, procedures
and processes. - detailed
knowledge and experience in multi-disciplinary, technical as well as
social engagement aspects of Environmental Sustainability. - managed
delivery and coordination of multiple sustainability
initiatives/activities - excellent
time management, report writing and organisational skills.
Please see the Position Description for a complete list of position
requirements.
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers
website. Visit
search by the reference number for more information and to apply.
Remuneration package:
$109,610 – $123,615 p.a. (which includes a base salary Level 8 $92,621 –
$104,456 p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to
superannuation).
General enquiries can be directed to Cherie Goodwin or Rebecca Astar on 02 8627
1247
CLOSING DATE:
5pm 7 April 2015
The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity
and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups, including women
and people with disabilities are encouraged. As the University of Sydney has
established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander staff employed across the institution, applications from people of
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are also encouraged.
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