About the Company

Every day our people provide reliable and trusted water services for more than 1.8 million South Australians. Our work helps ensure this state is a sustainable and healthy place to work and live.

Our business supports our state’s prosperity and is significant in both size and impact. With a commitment to being climate-ready, we are guided by environmental goals and practices that enable continued service delivery, not just for today’s community, but for future generations.

For more than 165 years we have been delivering services for South Australians. Ongoing adaptation is necessary, and our people are encouraged to share and develop innovative solutions and fresh ideas.

In short, we make a positive different to the lives of South Australians and the communities they live in every day.

About the job

As a Sustainability Adviser within SA Water’s Science and Strategy Business Group, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the implementation of SA Water’s sustainability approach. Your primary responsibility will be to provide guidance, technical advice, and performance reporting to uplift organisational capability and drive the achievement of SA Water’s sustainability goals.

In addition, your responsibilities will include:

• Deliver business process improvements and specific initiatives in support of the Sustainability Framework.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and capital projects for sustainable procurement and implementation of Sustainability in Design principles.
• Offer expert advice and guidance on sustainability-related matters aligned with corporate strategies and Sustainability Framework.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability considerations into all aspects of business planning and project development.
• Develop, implement, and maintain sustainability reporting metrics aligned with internal and external ESG reporting requirements.
• Lead sustainability assessments, audits, and research on emerging sustainability trends to inform decision-making.

Your success in this role will come from:

• Tertiary qualifications in sustainability or relevant equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in sustainability management, preferably in the water utility sector or similar industry.
• Demonstrated analytical capability and ability to convey complex information effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with senior managers and external stakeholders.
• Certification in ISC (ISAP) and experience in IS Ratings Scheme (Desirable).
• Ability to identify new ways to support and implement continuous improvement (Desirable).
• Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional projects and delivering business outcomes (Desirable).

Further information can be found in the attached -PD-Sustainability Adviser.docx         

If you are passionate about sustainability and possess the necessary skills and experience, we invite you to join our team at SA Water. As a Sustainability Adviser, you will have the opportunity to drive positive change and contribute to a sustainable future for our community and environment. Apply now to be part of our dedicated team.

To apply, click 'Apply'. Please submit and complete the application form, upload a cover letter and current resume. For enquiries, please contact Tracy Rayan from the Talent Acquisition team tracy.rayan@sawater.com.au

Applications close 4pm, 22 May 2024.

A great customer experience is best achieved by having a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from everyone, including people living with disability, job seekers of all ages, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

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