Senior Climate Risk & Sustainability Strategist — Hybrid

Department of Customer Service; Parramatta; Hybrid; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

SafeWork NSW is seeking a Senior Climate Risk and Sustainability Advisor to lead the climate risk and sustainability program, driving strategy development and implementation. You will work across the agency to embed climate risk into business planning and decision-making, providing expert guidance and building capability to respond to evolving climate-related risks.

Based in Parramatta or Sydney with a hybrid work arrangement, the role requires strong communication, governance experience, and

Qualifications

• Experience in climate risk, sustainability, climate adaptation, environmental management, governance or related discipline.
• Understanding of climate-related legislation, frameworks, policy and reporting requirements.
• Ability to translate complex climate and risk issues into practical actions that improve resilience and performance.
• Experience leading projects or improvement initiatives with governance structures.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of climate risk and sustainability strategies.
• Provide expert advice and build organisational capability across SafeWork NSW.
• Collaborate across the agency and with external stakeholders to address climate-related risks and opportunities.
• Support long-term strategic outcomes by embedding climate considerations in planning and decision-making.

Skills

Climate risk

Sustainability

Climate adaptation

Governance

Communication

Analytical skills

Job description

SafeWork NSW is seeking a Senior Climate Risk and Sustainability Advisor to lead the climate risk and sustainability program, driving strategy development and implementation. You will work across the agency to embed climate risk into business planning and decision-making, providing expert guidance and building capability to respond to evolving climate-related risks.

Based in Parramatta or Sydney with a hybrid work arrangement, the role requires strong communication, governance experience, and