Sustainability Advisor

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity & inclusion recognition

Volunteer leave program

Flexible working arrangements

Bonus incentive program

Parental leave 20 weeks

Professional development

Wellbeing program

Social club

Job summary

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) is seeking a sustainability reporting professional to lead AGIG's ESG reporting and governance activities. Reporting to the Head of Sustainability, you will collaborate across the organisation to deliver high-quality ESG reporting, support strategic initiatives, and embed sustainability into operations.

You will coordinate metrics, data validation, and assurance activities, while driving continuous improvement in governance and reporting processes to

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in sustainability, environmental science, business, engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in sustainability, ESG, climate reporting or a related field, ideally within the energy, infrastructure or consulting sectors.
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks and climate-related disclosure requirements, including GRI, GRESB, TCFD and ASRS.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with experience interpreting, validating and reporting sustainability data.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare concise, high-quality reports and papers for Executive, Committee and Board audiences.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and manage competing priorities.
• High attention to detail, sound judgement and a continuous improvement mindset, with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESG reporting activities and ensure accuracy, transparency and compliance with ASRS and disclosures.
• Develop and embed sustainability metrics, targets, and reporting tools aligned to strategy.
• Coordinate ESG and climate reporting across frameworks (GRI, GRESB, TCFD).
• Create engaging sustainability communications, workshops and awareness initiatives.
• Prepare reports and papers for ExCo, Committees and the Board.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to collect, analyse and validate data and support assurance activities.
• Champion AGIG values and ensure safe, responsible delivery of initiatives.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Numerical analysis

Written communication

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Team collaboration

Education

Tertiary qualification in sustainability or related

Tools

GRI knowledge

GRESB familiarity

Job description

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages distribution networks, transmission pipelines and storage capacity. AGIG recently grew to over 1200 employees. We also manage a large contractor workforce, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG's gas distribution networks.

Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero Ambition and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future. We know that to deliver our net zero ambition in a timely, affordable and reliable way for all customers, a diverse range of energy supply is needed. We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions - including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.

Who We Are

Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) owns, operates and invests in infrastructure which delivers gas to more than two million homes and businesses, and is one of the largest gas infrastructure businesses in Australia. AGIG manages distribution networks, transmission pipelines and storage capacity. AGIG recently grew to over 1200 employees. We also manage a large contractor workforce, who provide both specialist and operating and maintenance services on AGIG's gas distribution networks.

Our business is actively participating in the energy transition by delivering the natural gas needed today and advancing solutions for the future. Our Net Zero Ambition and emissions reduction targets outline our ongoing commitment to a sustainable energy future. We know that to deliver our net zero ambition in a timely, affordable and reliable way for all customers, a diverse range of energy supply is needed. We will continue to work with customers and stakeholders to deliver and develop the energy infrastructure solutions essential to lowering emissions - including through natural gas, renewable gas and carbon capture and sequestration solutions.

About the Opportunity

At AGIG, sustainability is at the heart of how we create long-term value for our customers, communities and stakeholders. As part of our Strategy and Sustainability team, you'll work across the business to support our sustainability journey, strengthen our ESG capability and help deliver meaningful outcomes that support Australia's energy transition.

Reporting to the Head of Sustainability, you will play a key role in driving AGIG's sustainability reporting and governance activities. Working collaboratively with stakeholders across the organisation, you'll help deliver high-quality ESG reporting, support strategic initiatives and contribute to embedding sustainability into everything we do.

This role offers location flexibility and can be based in Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne or Perth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of AGIG's annual ESG Report and associated assurance processes, ensuring accurate, transparent and high-quality reporting that meets legislative and disclosure requirements, including the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS).
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to develop and embed sustainability metrics, targets, reporting tools and business plans that support AGIG's sustainability strategy.
• Coordinate ESG and climate-related reporting, contributing to recognised reporting frameworks and benchmarks, including GRI, GRESB, TCFD and other emerging reporting requirements.
• Develop engaging sustainability communications, workshops and awareness initiatives that build capability, encourage collaboration and support the achievement of AGIG's sustainability goals.
• Prepare high-quality reports, Executive Leadership Team, Committee and Board papers, shareholder responses and sustainability communications, translating complex information into clear, meaningful insights.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to collect, analyse and validate sustainability data, support third-party assurance activities and drive continuous improvement in ESG governance and reporting processes.
• Champion AGIG's values by fostering collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement, ensuring sustainability initiatives are delivered safely, responsibly and with lasting impact.

About You

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in sustainability, environmental science, business, engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience in sustainability, ESG, climate reporting or a related field, ideally within the energy, infrastructure or consulting sectors.
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks and climate-related disclosure requirements, including GRI, GRESB, TCFD and ASRS.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with experience interpreting, validating and reporting sustainability data.
• Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to prepare concise, high-quality reports and papers for Executive, Committee and Board audiences.
• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate across diverse teams and manage competing priorities.
• High attention to detail, sound judgement and a continuous improvement mindset, with a commitment to delivering quality outcomes.

What We Offer

• We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by Diversity Council Australia, and our commitment to diversity and inclusion has earned us recognition in 2023-2024. Join us to be part of a team that values and celebrates differences, ensuring that everyone's voice is heard and respected.
• AGIG is proudly recognised by WORK180 as a committed and supportive employer of choice for women, reflecting our dedication to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
• Dive into a culture that supports the community through the Community Partnerships Program: with 2 paid volunteer leave days across the year, join a team that has dedicated over 1,900 volunteer hours, and collectively raised more than $100,000 through donations, fundraising and our dollar matching program.
• Bonus incentive program.
• A range of flexible working arrangements and leave options, including three additional leave days and to option to purchase two weeks of additional leave each year.
• 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carer.
• Professional Development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Wellbeing and Inclusion program including Employee Assistance Program, annual flu vaccinations and access to free annual skin checks.
• Join in on social activities through our AGIG Social Club.
• Range of rewards and recognition activities across the company.
• Salary Continuance Insurance.

AGIG is committed to a workplace that promotes and recognises the diversity of its employees and the broader community that we serve by applying the principles of equity, fairness and transparency. A diverse and inclusive workplace is consistent with achieving AGIG's values of Trust, Accountable, Care and One Team.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from female, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake background checks which include reference checks, police check and a pre-employment medical.

Applications Close: 4.00pm, 19th October 2026