Climate Change Manager

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Our client is a global organisation that has a long-standing track record of responsible operations, with high standards in technical, environmental, and social performance. With over 30 years of experience, they are known for delivering sustainable outcomes while driving strong returns for stakeholders.

With operations globally, they contribute to long-term economic development and are supported by a global workforce of approximately 4,200.

This role is responsible for the planning, management, coordination, implementation and monitoring of a multi-year climate change work program, in support and alignment with the organisations sustainability strategy, and their climate transition plan. This influential position will drive and shape all aspects of climate change governance, and partners with key internal and external stakeholders to further the organisations key climate goals, including organisation-wide decarbonisation efforts.

Key responsibilities include:

• Facilitate and maintain the Group's climate related transition and physical risk assessments and register, ensuring adherence to the group enterprise risk framework.
• Partner and collaborate with the group and site finance/commercial teams to financially quantify climate change risks and opportunities, and to support the climate/emissions assessments.
• Lead the development, management and implementation of the groups approach to scope 3, partnering with procurement and local teams for engagement with suppliers.
• Monitor GHG emissions reduction, energy management and climate metrics performance across the organisation, tracking against the company's delivery of objectives and targets.
• Prepare, draft, contribute, collaborate and/or verify all internal (Management and Board) and external (investor, industry, voluntary and regulatory mandatory) reporting and queries related to climate change and decarbonisation matters. (This includes the ISSB/IFRS, ASRS, and EU CSRD).

You will have a minimum of 12 years direct experience in any combination of areas related to climate change and energy policy/standards. You will have current sector experience within Heavy Industry, Mining, Oil & Gas, Cement, or Energy, where you are known for your strong track record in decarbonisation, emissions, energy programs, and leading climate risk assessments. With an extensive knowledge of global climate reporting frameworks, you bring strong analytical skills, and strategic thinking.

Required experience includes:

• Knowledge and understanding of climate mandatory reporting and familiarity with international frameworks.
• Expert level emissions accounting, carbon accounting and emissions modelling (GHG Protocol).
• Demonstrable ability to influence and proactively engage with varying levels of stakeholders.
• Commercial /financial analysis capability and experience (NPV, Total Cost of Ownership, business case development)

The company fosters a culture that prioritises safety and champions a workforce reflecting the diversity of the communities they serve. They are committed to building an inclusive environment that celebrates varied backgrounds, skills, and expertise, ensuring all team members feel valued and equipped to contribute meaningfully while advancing their careers and working collaboratively.

This represents an opportune moment to join the organisation as it enters a period of targeted substantial growth. In addition to joining an organisation who embrace collaboration, innovation, and teamwork to deliver impactful solutions, you will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the role's requirements and individual capabilities. The successful candidate will also have opportunities for international travel when visiting operational sites throughout the year.

Apply now by submitting your current CV (in word format) via our online application process.

For a confidential discussion or to review the information pack, please contact Nathan Kelly via or

To be eligible to apply, you must have unrestricted rights to work in Australia.

Talent Nation encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all cultures, abilities, sex, and genders. Applicants can request a reasonable adjustment at any stage during the recruitment process, please contact us so we can provide adjustments for you.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Industries: Oil, Gas, and Mining; Energy Technology; Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing