Environment & Sustainability Consulting (Consulting & Strategy)
Full time
We are seeking a Sustainability Advisor/Senior Advisor to join our growing Sustainability Practice based around Australia.
This is an exciting opportunity to support our growing portfolio of clients to integrate sustainable practices into their operations.
You'll work alongside some of the most experienced environmental consultants in the country, supporting a diverse range of projects as part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
About you
You will have at least 2-5 years' experience in sustainability consulting or a related role, preferably within the mining, energy or infrastructure sectors, and demonstrate:
excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills initiative, reliability, high energy and a friendly personality ability to prioritise and work collaboratively and effectively to multiple deadlines, in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.
A degree in a relevant subject area such as environmental science, sustainability, engineering or similar is highly desirable.
Other experience you bring includes:
an understanding of current and emerging Australian and global sustainability-related laws, regulations and standards, not least the Australian Sustainability Reporting Standards (ASRS) practical or technical experience of climate mitigation and adaptation planning and reporting practical or technical experience of biodiversity/nature-based impact management and reporting Knowledge of industry-specific frameworks and standards such as the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB), Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC), Copper Mark, Towards Sustainable Mining (TSM), and International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) proven ability to develop and implement effective sustainability strategies About the role
As Sustainability Advisor/Senior Advisor in our growing Sustainability Practice, you will play a crucial role in supporting our clients to integrate sustainable practices into their operations.
This can involve working side-by-side with our counterparts to develop and implement sustainability strategies, or it can be delivering project specific action across a range of areas such as climate mitigation and adaptation, biodiversity, and social impacts and human rights.
Key responsibilities:
Support and/or lead sustainability assessments and research to identify areas for improvement and compliance with market and regulatory requirements.
Develop and implement sustainability programs and initiatives that align with client objectives and deliver value creation.
Advise clients on sustainability-related matters, technologies, and practices, for example in energy efficiency, waste reduction, and biodiversity.
Prepare reports and presentations to communicate sustainability performance to stakeholders.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure sustainability strategies are integrated across all project phases.
Stay up-to-date on industry trends, legislation changes, and best practices in sustainability to provide current and informed advice.
Why choose us?
JBS&G is a national environmental consultancy with a proven track record in delivering innovative solutions to a wide range of projects.
We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and our communities.
While we have the strength of a national business, operational decisions are made locally which allows us to be agile and responsive to the needs of our team and our clients.
JBS&G is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to gender and diversity principles.
Our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan enhances respect and developing opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and our Philanthropic Program supports causes that protect and enhance human health and the environment.
Our extensive company benefits include:
well-being initiatives, including subsidised gym membership opportunities for growth and personal development care and trust culture industry-leading gender-neutral paid primary and secondary carer parental leave opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave potential employee shares involvement in high profile projects across a variety of sectors, including opportunities to work on interstate projects.
Interested?
We'd like to hear from you.
Upload your resume and a brief cover letter (700 words max) by 11pm ACST Sunday 24 November 2024.
If you'd like to know more about the role, please contact Principal and ESG Lead, Sam Hardy on 0456 714 622 or for a confidential discussion.
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To be eligible to apply, you must already have an appropriate Australian work visa.
JBS&G does not accept unsolicited agency-referred applications.
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