Sustainability Project Manager

Job Reference:

6BE89D79

Eligibility:

External Vacancy – Open to Everyone

Business Unit:

Art Gallery of South Australia

Location:

Adelaide

Salary Range:

$98,478 - $104,165

Classification:

ASO600

Duration:

2

Closing Date:

16 Sep 2025

• Develop and implement Sustainability strategies, policies and initiatives
• Lead and leverage consultation with internal and external stakeholders
• Assess sustainability issues, collaborate to create initiatives and projects

The Sustainability Project Manager is responsible for developing and implementing AGSA's sustainability agenda and ensuring it aligns with AGSA's overall strategy, mission and values, namely its goal to achieve carbon neutral readiness. This role will lead in the development and implementation of AGSA's Sustainability Action Plan. The Sustainability Project Manager will collaborate with staff across AGSA to plan initiatives to improve AGSA's social and environmental performance, manage environmental risk and compliance, develop projects and cultivate funding sources, and engage staff and external stakeholders.

• The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
• The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
• Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.
• This role requires a National Criminal History check.

Essential Criteria:

• Appropriate tertiary qualification or relevant, equivalent professional experience in sustainability policy development, management of social and environmental risk, and environmental management and/or related disciplines.

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.

The Art Gallery of South Australia (AGSA) was founded in 1881 and its vision is to be the most inspiring art destination in Australia. Its purpose is to serve the community by transforming the lives of artist and audiences, achieving this through its world-renowned art collection, gallery building, exhibitions, festivals and events, for current and future generations. AGSA presents a dynamic program of temporary exhibitions, pillar exhibitions of international and Australian art and three flagship offerings being the Adelaide Biennial of Australian Art, Tarnanthi Festival of Contemporary Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Art, and the Ramsay Art Prize. The AGSA collection comprises more than 48,000 works of art spanning two millennia and embracing all art forms. The collection exists for our audiences - to comprehend the past, to navigate the present, and as a potent avenue to imagine the future. Placing art, artists and audiences at the very heart of who we are guides AGSA's artistic and public programs. AGSA contributes positively to cultural cohesion, social wellbeing, creativity, engaged citizenship and the economic life in South Australia.

Enquiries to Emma Fey - Deputy Director, Art Gallery of South Australia

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve.

We welcome and value applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTIQA+ community.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. If you require any additional support, please provide us with details through the application process.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.