Senior Environmental Specialist

Senior Environmental Specialist

The purpose of this position is to provide environmental leadership, specialist environmental advice, reporting and analysis, environmental training and awareness, auditing, and environmental communications to maintain and continually improve the environmental governance framework that supports Sydney Water to meet its compliance obligations and environmental objectives.

What you will be doing:

• Coordinate environmental inputs into annual audit programs , to maintain ISO14001 Environmental Management System (EMS) certification
• Lead development, maintenance and monitoring of the Sydney Water Environment Plan
• Provide specialised advice on environmental risks, including advice and support for the environment enterprise risk and associated reporting
• Lead coordination and quality assurance of environmental performance insights reporting
• Develop, implement and monitor environmental communication programs, including coordination of events
• Develop, monitor and continually improve environmental capability, training and awareness to meet EMS requirements
• Maintain, implement and improve frameworks for consideration of environmental and sustainability requirements in procurement
• Provide specialised advice to business areas on environmental compliance and environmental processes

About you:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications and 7+ years’ experience working in environmental management for a large, complex organisation
• Superior understanding of ISO14001 management systems, continuous improvement and environmental governance + ISO 14001 Lead auditor
• Broad-ranging understanding of current environmental and resource management issues, including experience in environmental impact assessment
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate and improve the performance of systems and process
• Superior understanding of NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation and related regulation
• Demonstrated ability to compile concise, clear, purposeful and accurate communications
• High level conceptual and critical thinking skills with the ability to solve problems
• High level engagement, negotiation and influencing skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing priorities to meet deadlines in a high-volume environment

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities. For any additional questions please reach out to connor.may@sydneywater.com.au – Application closing date is Thursday 29th May 2025

Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for roles if they don’t meet every qualification. If, after reading this, you’re not sure you tick every single criteria box, but have the passion to get behind our purpose, the determination to face a challenge and a willingness to grow and learn, we think you should click that apply button anyway. We’re passionate about building a diverse and inclusive team, and love hearing from people like you.

Why join us 

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately. 

Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being. 

Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success. 

24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal. 

Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans. 

Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance. 

Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW. 

Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options. 

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