Strategy & Sustainability Leader — Flexible Work & Impact

WIOA; Bairnsdale; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly ADOs

Work-life balance

Flexible work arrangements

Learning & development

Internal mobility

Wellbeing subsidy

Bring Your Dog to Work

Gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

East Gippsland Water is seeking a Manager Strategy & Sustainability to lead the price submission, emissions reduction and sustainability initiatives across our region. The role oversees funding, partnerships and traditional owner relationships to drive long-term value for customers and the environment.

The successful candidate will shape regional strategy, drive climate resilience and integrated water management, and embed sustainability into business processes with a focus on collaboration and

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the Price Submission.
• Oversee ESC KPI performance and regulatory reporting.
• Drive sustainability, emissions reduction and net zero initiatives.
• Oversee carbon emissions monitoring and reporting.
• Lead climate risk assessments and adaptation planning.
• Embed sustainability and climate considerations into business processes.
• Support integrated water management (IWM) initiatives.
• Foster partnerships with IWM agencies and key stakeholders.
• Identify and coordinate strategic research and innovation opportunities.
• Develop long-term strategies, business cases and growth opportunities.
• Secure and oversee external funding and grant programs.
• Build partnerships with Traditional Owners, industry and research bodies.
• Lead customer engagement to inform long-term planning and strategy.
• Promote collaboration, continuous improvement and positive culture.
• Ensure compliance with safety, risk, records management and privacy obligations.

Job description

East Gippsland Water is seeking a Manager Strategy & Sustainability to lead the price submission, emissions reduction and sustainability initiatives across our region. The role oversees funding, partnerships and traditional owner relationships to drive long-term value for customers and the environment.

The successful candidate will shape regional strategy, drive climate resilience and integrated water management, and embed sustainability into business processes with a focus on collaboration and