Manager Net Zero and Circular Economy - (Temporary Opportunity Up to 14 months)

Transport for NSW; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 163,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Transport for NSW seeks a leader to drive net zero and circular economy initiatives across the transport network. You will shape sustainability policies, oversee carbon management, energy efficiency and renewable energy projects, and implement practical programs with cross‑agency collaboration.

You will coordinate input from multiple stakeholders, develop strategic business cases, and deliver robust annual sustainability reporting.

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years’ experience in sustainability, with strong project management, stakeholder engagement and written communication skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, engineering or related discipline

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of Transport’s sustainability strategies and initiatives, focusing on net zero, carbon management, energy efficiency, renewable energy and the circular economy.
• Oversee sustainability performance and annual reporting, establishing frameworks, goals and measures across the organisation.
• Provide strategic advice and technical guidance, develop business cases and improvement initiatives, and build stakeholder relationships to drive best practice sustainability outcomes.

Education

Environmental science or engineering degree

Job description

Manager Net Zero and Circular Economy - (Temporary Opportunity Up to 14 months)

Manager Net Zero and Circular Economy - (Temporary Opportunity Up to 14 months)

Organisation/Entity:Transport For NSW

Job category:Projects

Job location: Macquarie Park, NSW, AU, 2113

Job reference number:112452

Employment type:Fixed Term Full-Time

Salary range:$163145.0-$182721.0

You’re a determined leader who stays true to your purpose and enjoys overcoming setbacks or obstacles.

You're looking to contribute to the transformation of the transport sector towards a greener and more sustainable future. You want to actively participate in shaping policies and initiatives that reduce carbon emissions, promote renewable energy adoption, and enhance the overall environmental performance of the transport network.

In this role, you'll:

You will lead the development and implementation of Transport’s sustainability strategies and initiatives, with a focus on net zero, carbon management, energy efficiency, renewable energy and the circular economy.

You will oversee sustainability performance and annual reporting, establishing frameworks, goals and measures that support organisational and government requirements. Working across the organisation, you will coordinate stakeholder input and translate sustainability priorities into practical programs and outcomes.

This role will see you provide strategic advice and technical guidance, develop business cases and improvement initiatives, and build strong stakeholder relationships to drive best practice sustainability outcomes across Transport.

For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.

About you

You will bring 5 to 7 years’ experience in sustainability, with strong project management, stakeholder engagement and written communication skills.

You will have experience developing and delivering sustainability initiatives across carbon management, energy efficiency, renewable energy and the circular economy.

You are confident leading annual sustainability reporting, coordinating input from multiple stakeholders and producing high quality report content.

You will also have experience implementing organisational sustainability strategies and driving initiatives through to successful delivery.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, engineering or related discipline

Who we are

Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.

Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.

Flexible work optionsmay be available. Learn more viaFlexible work options and policy

Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal People or Supporting People with Disability for more information or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.

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