ESG Analyst

Zenith Energy; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time employment

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave

Novated leasing options

Study Support Program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Zenith Energy in Perth is seeking an ESG Analyst to join the Finance & IT team. You will translate data into insights that support decarbonisation and business improvement, collecting and analysing energy and emissions data for reporting across internal and external stakeholders.

You will drive automation of data collection, contribute to NGER and GRI disclosures, and help prepare sustainability reports while coordinating with finance, operations and legal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, business, accounting, energy, engineering or a related discipline.
• 1–2 years’ relevant experience in carbon accounting, emissions accounting or Net Zero tracking.
• Working knowledge of reporting frameworks (GRI, NGER, GHG Protocol).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate and analyse energy and emissions data for reporting.
• Automate ESG data collection and reporting processes.
• Support external assurance activities with evidence and reconciliations.
• Prepare sustainability and climate disclosures aligned with GRI, NGER, GHG Protocol and S2 requirements.
• Maintain emissions forecasts and Net Zero pathways, monitor targets and risks.
• Prepare ESG reports for customers, management, Board and regulators.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in sustainability or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

About the job

Introduction:

Zenith Energy specialises in designing, funding, building, and operating advanced renewable energy hybrid power systems. we deliver reliable energy solutions by integrating thermal generation, solar, wind and battery energy storage. Join us and contribute to our journey to Net Zero by 2035

Description:

ESG Analyst

Zenith Energy | Perth | Monday – Friday

Translate data into insights that support decarbonisation and business improvement.

• Contribute to emissions accounting, Net Zero trajectory and ESG reporting.
• Combine analytical work with sustainability project coordination.
• Build experience working across finance, operations and legal teams.

About The Role

We are seeking an ESG Analyst to join our Finance & IT team at our Head Office.

You will support Zenith’s sustainability objectives through accurate emissions data collection, analysis and reporting, while helping coordinate mandatory and voluntary ESG reporting and improvement projects. Your focus will include Net Zero scenario monitoring, emissions accounting, sustainability and climate-related disclosures and complying with stakeholder requirements.

Working across the business, you will translate data into clear insights that support internal and external reporting and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Collecting, validating and analysing energy, emissions and other sustainability data to support customer, regulatory and climate related reporting.
• Improving and automating ESG data collection, validation and reporting processes through business systems and carbon accounting platforms.
• Supporting external assurance activities by maintaining evidence, preparing reconciliations and responding to auditor and assurance provider enquiries.
• Supporting the preparation of sustainability reporting, NGER reporting and climate-related disclosures aligned with applicable GRI, NGER, GHG Protocol and AASB S2 requirements.
• Maintaining emissions forecasts and Net Zero pathways, monitoring performance against targets and identifying relevant risks and opportunities.
• Preparing customer, management, Board and external ESG reports, maintaining actions trackers and coordinating responses to reporting and assurance queries.
• Supporting materiality assessments, stakeholder engagement, supplier ESG assessments and ESG related policy administration.
• Preparing clear ESG communications and reporting for internal teams, investors, clients and regulators.

About You

You enjoy working with data, identifying improvements and collaborating with others to achieve practical outcomes. You bring attention to detail, strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to sustainability.

To be successful, you will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, business, accounting, energy , engineering or a related discipline.
• 1-2 years’ relevant experience gained after completing your degree, including experience in using carbon accounting platforms, emissions accounting and Net Zero target tracking.
• Working knowledge of relevant reporting frameworks and requirements, including GRI, AASB S2, GHG Protocol and NGER.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver work within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues, executives and external stakeholders.

Experience in climate-related sustainability reporting, climate modelling, scenario analysis and SBTi would be highly regarded. Energy sector experience and formal training in business analysis, project management or climate related sustainability reporting would also be beneficial.

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time employment.
• Competitive salary with annual remuneration review
• Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Up to 8 weeks paid parental leave.
• Novated leasing options.
• $4,000 employee referral bonus
• Study Support Program and ongoing career development.
• Free Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Opportunities to grow within a rapidly expanding business.

Zenith Energy is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ people, people with disabilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].

Zenith Energy is a Work180 Endorsed Employer