Senior ESG Analyst

G'day Group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted private health cover

BeWell Training Program

Weekly yoga and walking group

Free annual flu vaccinations

Parental leave

Volunteer leave

Study leave

Leadership programs

External training support

Professional association memberships

Discounted accommodation rates

Salary packaging

Discovery partner discounts

G’day Rewards membership

Loyalty recognition

Job summary

The G’day Group is seeking a Senior ESG Analyst to lead our ESG strategy, climate reporting and governance. You will partner with senior leadership to establish ESG priorities, strengthen governance and ensure accurate reporting of ESG risks and opportunities.

You will collaborate across the organisation and with external ESG specialists to stay aligned with evolving regulations, standards and best practices in sustainability reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a related field with 3+ years of experience.
• Strong knowledge of ISSB, AASB S2, GRI and TCFD, and Australian sustainability reporting requirements.
• Experience in ESG reporting, GHG inventories, carbon accounting and assurance processes.
• Strong analytical, financial modelling and data interpretation skills.
• Understanding of ESG risk, governance and integration into business operations.
• Excellent communication, project management and relationship-building skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on Net Zero Strategy and Decarbonisation Roadmap, with targets and initiatives.
• Prepare ESG and climate reporting for boards, committees, investors and external bodies.
• Manage collection, validation, analysis and reporting of ESG/GHG data with strong controls.
• Perform climate/sustainability analysis, scenario modelling and financial evaluations (IRR/NPV/payback).
• Provide internal ESG guidance, monitor regulations and engage external specialists as needed.

Skills

ESG reporting

GHG accounting

Climate data analysis

Power BI

Excel

Data interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance or related discipline

Tools

Power BI

Excel

ESG reporting systems

Job description

About Us

The G’day Group brings together some of Australia’s leading tourism brands – Discovery Parks, G’day Parks, Wiki Camps and Bookeasy. Employing more than 2700 people Australia-wide, we have a truly national footprint of over 300 holiday parks, including up to 100 fully owned and operated Parks and Resorts, including El Questro, Rottnest Island and Byron Bay. Together, we bring Australia closer to experience all our country has to offer.

About Us

The G’day Group brings together some of Australia’s leading tourism brands – Discovery Parks, G’day Parks, Wiki Camps and Bookeasy. Employing more than 2700 people Australia-wide, we have a truly national footprint of over 300 holiday parks, including up to 100 fully owned and operated Parks and Resorts, including El Questro, Rottnest Island and Byron Bay. Together, we bring Australia closer to experience all our country has to offer. There has never been a better time to join G’day Group. We are executing an ambitious five-year growth strategy that will significantly expand our portfolio, strengthen our position as a market leader, and create exciting career opportunities across the business. Backed by continued investment in our people, technology and operations, we're building for long-term success and the future of Australian tourism. We are custodians of some of Australia’s most treasured places and are committed to growing with care. That means supporting our people, giving back to the community that welcome us, and protecting the natural environment that makes each holiday memorable.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior ESG Analyst to provide technical ESG expertise and help drive our organisation’s ESG strategy, climate and sustainability reporting and performance. Partnering with the GM, Governance, Risk and Compliance, ESG Steering Committee and Head of Enterprise Risk, you will help establish ESG priorities, strengthen ESG governance and ensure ESG risks, opportunities and performance are effectively identified and reported.

You will work across the organisation and with external ESG specialists where required, when expert advice on sustainability matters, emerging regulatory requirements and evolving best practice is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Climate & Decarbonisation: Monitor and report on the Net Zero Strategy and Decarbonisation Roadmap, including emissions reduction targets, portfolio re-baselining, climate performance and sustainability initiatives.
• Reporting & Disclosure: Prepare ESG and climate-related reporting for the Board, Audit & Risk Committee, Executive, investors, customers, ratings providers, auditors and other external stakeholders, in accordance with frameworks including AASB S2, ISSB, GRI and TNFD.
• GHG & Data Management: Manage the collection, validation, analysis and reporting of ESG and GHG emissions data, ensuring accuracy, traceability, audit readiness and strong internal controls. Support assurance processes and implement improvement recommendations.
• Analysis & Modelling: Conduct climate and sustainability analysis, scenario modelling, trend assessments and commercial analysis, including IRR, NPV and payback, to identify ESG risks and opportunities and support sustainability and decarbonisation investment decisions.
• ESG Advice & Continuous Improvement: Act as an internal ESG subject-matter expert, respond to business queries as required, monitor emerging ESG regulations and trends, and engage external specialists where required.

About You

• A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Business, Economics, Finance or a related discipline, with 3+ years' relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of ISSB, AASB S2, GRI and TCFD, Australian sustainability reporting requirements, GHG accounting and climate-related disclosures.
• Demonstrated experience in ESG reporting, GHG inventories, carbon accounting, emissions calculations and assurance processes.
• Strong analytical, financial modelling and data interpretation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into practical business recommendations.
• Strong understanding of ESG risk, governance and the practical integration of sustainability into business operations.
• Excellent communication, project management and relationship-building skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel, ESG reporting systems and data visualisation tools such as Power BI.

Benefits

• Health and Wellbeing – Flexible and hybrid working arrangements / Employee Assistance Program / Discounted private health cover / BeWell Training Program / Weekly yoga and walking group / Free annual flu vaccinations
• Paid Leave Benefits – Parental leave / Volunteer leave / Study leave
• Professional Development – Leadership programs / Support of external training courses / Reimbursement of professional association memberships
• Employee Savings – Discounted accommodation and experience rates / Salary packaging / Discovery partner discounts/ Free G’day Rewards membership / Loyalty recognition benefits

Our values guide everything we do

We “Rise and Shine” by supporting one another, “Have a Crack” by embracing new ideas and opportunities, and “Choose Good Things” by acting with integrity and delivering exceptional experiences. Backed by our commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles. If you're looking to be part of a purpose-led organisation that's growing and investing in its people we would love to hear from you.

Conditions of Employment

Prior to an offer of employment being made, candidates must provide authority for a Federal Police Clearance to disclose any criminal offences or charges. Drivers Licence essential.