Strategic ESG & Energy Projects Lead

ELMO; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead delivery of ESG priorities across electrification, behind-the-meter renewable energy and storage initiatives, partnering with finance, legal, procurement and operations to ensure investments deliver value.

The role blends strategic thinking with hands-on project delivery, guiding complex programs from concept to implementation while embedding sustainability into business decision-making and shaping QAL’s long‑term

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience delivering ESG programs.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration across finance, legal, procurement and operations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver QAL's ESG strategic priorities, including initiatives within the 5-Year Strategic Roadmap and 2030 Net Zero Implementation Plan.
• Lead the scoping, development and delivery of sustainability projects, with an initial focus on electrification, renewable energy and energy storage opportunities.
• Critically evaluate complex sustainability initiatives and adapt your approach to reach clear, fact-based recommendations.
• Provide expert sustainability advice and support to leaders and stakeholders across the business to inform decision-making and project outcomes.

Job description

Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead delivery of ESG priorities across electrification, behind-the-meter renewable energy and storage initiatives, partnering with finance, legal, procurement and operations to ensure investments deliver value.

The role blends strategic thinking with hands-on project delivery, guiding complex programs from concept to implementation while embedding sustainability into business decision-making and shaping QAL’s long‑term