Sustainability Advisor

BlueScope Steel; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueScope Steel is seeking a Sustainability Advisor to join the Australian Steel Markets team in Mascot, NSW (Port Kembla option for the right candidate). You will support product credentials, decarbonisation efforts and sustainability data governance across functions.

The role focuses on developing LCIs/LCAs/EPDs, maintaining ecolabels, and engaging with internal and external stakeholders to advance BlueScope's sustainability journey.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' experience in sustainability or related field.
• Exposure to LCA methodologies, EPDs and ecolabels.
• Experience with NABERS, Green Star or IS Rating scoring.

Responsibilities

• Act as a key point of contact for sustainability-related enquiries from internal and external stakeholders including product credentials and decarbonisation initiatives.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing, Innovation, Product Stewardship, and Marketing to develop and maintain sustainability data and documentation.
• Manage sustainability claims governance.
• Support the maintenance and development of Life Cycle Inventories (LCIs), Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs), Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) including contributing to the delivery of a major LCA and EPD update program.
• Review and maintain product ecolabel certifications or product sustainability frameworks/databases and assess new or updated certifications.
• Develop technical content, tools and resources that support customer and stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct research to support current and future sustainability value propositions and product credentials.
• Represent BlueScope through industry forums, conferences and professional networks.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Written and verbal communication

Tools

NABERS

Green Star

IS Rating

Job description

BlueScope is an Australian-born global success story spanning 15 countries. Our team of over 16,500 people is our strength and we want our people to be safe, successful and well.We’re leaders and innovators in transforming steel into smart products and solutions that support society, today and in the future. We’re proud of brands, like COLORBOND ® steel that inspire and protect everything from hospitals to bridges andstadiums.

The Opportunity

Our Australian Steel Markets Business is looking for a Sustainability Advisor to join the Sustainability Team, located in Mascot NSW (with consideration for Port Kembla for the right candidate).

As one of the largest global producers of metal coated and painted steel building products, sustainability is central to what BlueScope does and how we operate. Our commitment to sustainability underpins Our Purpose, Our Bond and Our Strategy as we continue to create innovative steel solutions that strengthen communities for the future.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on BlueScope's sustainability journey. You'll support the development of sustainability credentials for our products, working across the business to ensure our environmental claims are credible, evidence-based and aligned with industry best practice.

What Will You Do?

Working collaboratively with experts across BlueScope, you will:

• act as a key point of contact for sustainability-related enquiries from internal and external stakeholders including product credentials and decarbonisation initiatives.
• coordinate with teams across Manufacturing, Innovation, Product Stewardship, and Marketing to develop and maintain sustainability data and documentation
• manage sustainability claims governance
• support the maintenance and development of Life Cycle Inventories (LCIs), Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs), Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) including contributing to the delivery of a major LCA and EPD update program
• review and maintain product ecolabel certifications or product sustainability frameworks/databases and assess new or updated certifications and requirements support the identification of emerging sustainability risks, opportunities and industry trends
• develop technical content, tools and resources that support customer and stakeholder engagement
• conduct research to support current and future sustainability value propositions and product credentials
• represent BlueScope through industry forums, conferences and professional networks

More About You

You will bring:

• approximately 3 to 5 years' experience in sustainability, environmental consulting, the built environment, building products, engineering or a related field
• exposure to, or experience with, LCA methodologies, EPDs and ecolabels
• experience with, rating tools such as NABERS, Green Star, IS Rating
• strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret technical data
• demonstrated initiative, curiosity and a passion for continuous learning
• effective stakeholder engagement and project coordination skills
• excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Why BlueScope

As we’re creating strength for the future through our people, products and solutions, BlueScope gives you opportunities to innovate, learn and grow with the business, supported by inclusive leadership and a positive, passionate team. At BlueScope, you’ll:

• Learn and develop as you grow. With opportunities tobuild skills specificto your role andaspirations,our lifelong learningculturewill support your future career pathways.
• Create innovative solutions. Seek better, smarter ways to solve problems, create sustainable solutions and make things happen.
• Experience connection and care. Experience a positive, inclusive work environment where we look out for each other’s safety and wellbeing.
• Deliver work that matters. Every action you take matters in delivering for our customers and strengthening communities for the future. We value what you do.

At BlueScope, we offer work-life flexibility through our B-flex program. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and valued to be their authentic selves, and welcome people of all backgrounds, skills, experiences and perspectives. We encourage Women and First Nations people to apply. We’re passionate about driving sustainability outcomes that matter to our communities, including action on climate and our 2050 net zero goal.

Bring your energy and make your mark, as, together, we drive Our Purpose: “We create and inspire smart solutions in steel, to strengthen communities for the future.”

Join us, creating strength for the future.