Principal Sustainability

Who we are

Paladin Energy is a global uranium producer with scale and growth. We have a multi-decade production and growth pipeline, operating in the world's premier uranium jurisdictions – Namibia, Canada and Australia.

Our company is growing and this means there are great career opportunities for motivated individuals. By joining our team, you become part of Paladin's next chapter. Dual-listed on the ASX and TSX, we are ramping up production at our Langer Heinrich Mine in Namibia and striving to expand our role as one of the world's leading independent producers of uranium by developing the PLS Project in Canada

Our vision "Clean Energy. Clear Future" embodies our purpose to resource a global low-carbon future and contribute to the decarbonisation of many economies. You can be part of this exciting journey and make a difference to the future.

The Opportunity

Paladin Energy is seeking a Principal Sustainability to drive our Sustainability Strategy and lead high-quality sustainability reporting and disclosures. This Perth-based role requires strong writing capability, including experience producing sustainability reports, board-ready papers, and clear communication of complex information. You'll work across key sustainability frameworks, strengthen data quality, and provide insights that support consistent, transparent reporting across the business.

To be successful in the role, the following is essential:

• Tertiary qualification in environmental management, engineering or a related discipline
• 5–10 years' experience in sustainability governance, performance or reporting
• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks and regulatory standards
• Advanced writing skills, with demonstrated experience producing clear, accurate sustainability reports, disclosures and board papers
• Ability to translate complex sustainability data into meaningful insights
• Experience managing sustainability data systems and ensuring data integrity
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• A demonstrated commitment to Paladin's core values of Integrity, Respect, Courage and Community in everything you do
• A collaborative approach with a strong focus on safety, quality and continuous improvement
• Hold valid Australian work rights
• Hold, or be willing to obtain, a current National Police Clearance

Key Responsibilities

The key duties and accountabilities of this position include:

• Lead the preparation of Paladin's annual Sustainability Report and related disclosures
• Develop and refine sustainability policies, systems and internal frameworks
• Coordinate sustainability data collection and maintain high standards of data quality and auditability
• Benchmark Paladin's performance against peers and emerging industry expectations
• Identify sustainability trends, risks and improvement opportunities
• Communicate sustainability initiatives to internal and external stakeholders
• Support compliance with lender, investor and regulatory requirements

About Paladin

Dual-listed on the ASX and TSX and headquartered in Perth, Western Australia, Paladin Energy is a globally significant independent uranium producer. Through our 75% ownership of Langer Heinrich Mine located in Namibia, we deliver reliable uranium supply to major nuclear utilities around the world, positioning us as a contributor to global decarbonisation.

Paladin also owns an extensive portfolio of uranium development and exploration assets in Canada, including the Patterson Lake South Project in Saskatchewan and the Michelin Project in Newfoundland and Labrador, and advanced uranium exploration assets in Queensland and Western Australia.

Across our operations, we are focused on sustainability, safety and stakeholder engagement. We have a clear commitment to delivering long-term value and making a meaningful contribution to global decarbonisation efforts through the supply of uranium for nuclear energy.

Why Join Paladin?

• Convenient Perth CBD location
• Competitive remuneration and annual incentive eligibility
• Career development opportunities within a growing, global company
• A supportive, inclusive, and safety-focused workplace culture
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the global clean energy transition

Equal Employment Opportunity

Paladin is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the diversity of our communities. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Next Steps

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To learn more about Paladin, please visit

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $170,000.00 – $200,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• What are your salary expectations?
• What are you available to start?

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person