Environmental Sustainability Manager

Job Title:

Our company is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Environmental Sustainability Manager to join our Risk & Compliance team.

Based at our Head Office in Rockdale, this dynamic and hands-on position will actively participate in initiatives that reduce the environmental impact and promote responsible waste practices.

Main Responsibilities:

• Implement and monitor environmental risk controls across operational service lines (cleaning, maintenance, security, concierge) to ensure site-level compliance with ISO 14001 and relevant environmental procedures.
• Maintain and operationalise the business' environmental compliance framework, ensuring day-to-day adherence to relevant environmental legislation, contractual obligations, and site-specific requirements.
• Identify and support practical service delivery improvements to reduce environmental impact, including the use of low-impact products (e.g. certified cleaning chemicals) and energy-efficient equipment.
• Coordinate and execute carbon accounting processes, including collection, verification and reporting of Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions in line with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.
• Support the rollout of mandatory climate reporting program through accurate data collection, cross-functional coordination, and implementation of required disclosures.
• Manage routine data capture and validation activities to support customer ESG reporting frameworks (e.g. NABERS Waste, Green Star, GRESB), ensuring timely and accurate submission.
• Provide validated environmental data for group-level ESG reporting as requested.
• Work closely with operations teams and account managers to lift on-site waste management performance, including:
  • Training cleaning teams in correct waste separation and handling practices
  • Optimising bin infrastructure and signage
  • Developing site-specific waste management plans
  • Supporting tenant education programs
  • Holding waste contractors accountable to service standards
• Conduct environmental and waste audits and deliver insights through clear dashboards, exception reports and improvement plans.
• Design and execute site-specific waste reduction strategies in partnership with customers and tenants, supporting customer sustainability objectives.
• Respond to and investigate environmental or waste-related incidents or non-compliance issues, ensuring appropriate corrective actions are implemented and recorded.
• Continuously identify and implement opportunities to improve waste diversion, environmental performance and operational sustainability outcomes across services.

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Waste Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in environmental risk, sustainability or waste management, preferably within property, facilities management, or integrated property services.
• Good working knowledge of Australian environmental legislation, Mandatory Climate Reporting, NABERS, and waste management frameworks.
• Stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with experience working with multiple stakeholders (e.g., retailers, waste contractors, centre management).
• Proven ability to collect, analyse, and interpret sustainability data.
• Demonstrated experience in carbon accounting, environmental data reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills, including familiarity with environmental data platforms or dashboards.
• Experience collaborating with waste contractors to achieve site outcomes preferable.