Sydney Water is seeking a Senior Planner – Net Zero to drive the implementation of our Net Zero Carbon Plan.
- Impactful Projects: Lead initiatives to decarbonise our asset planning processes and contribute to achieving Net Zero emissions.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexibility, including option of up to 2 days working from home.
We are on the look out for a Senior Planner – Carbon Neutral Strategy to drive the implementation of our Net Zero Carbon Plan. This role will be instrumental in helping us achieve our ambitious emission reduction targets. You will lead decarbonisation initiatives across our investment portfolio, collaborating with teams such as Strategy & Sustainability, Finance, and IP-IMO to integrate net-zero strategies into asset planning and ensure long-term emissions reduction goals are met.
Join us in a forward-thinking environment where your expertise will directly contribute to a sustainable, low-carbon future for Sydney Water.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement programs supporting decarbonisation across Sydney Water’s investment portfolio.
- Provide net zero expertise across all stages of projects within the asset creation lifecycle.
- Collaborate with the Strategy & Sustainability team to inform future net zero programs and research.
- Ensure all planning activities align with Sydney Water's Net Zero Carbon Plan and emission reduction targets.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Infrastructure Management, Planning, Science, or a related discipline.
- Strategic thinker with proven experience in planning, influencing, negotiation, and facilitation.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, with experience in preparing advice for senior management and the Executive/Board.
- Experience in developing innovative and sustainable servicing plans, incorporating emerging technologies and integrated water products.
Essential Requirements:
- Proven experience in the development and management of urban water service and infrastructure planning.
- Proven ability to lead the development and execution of net zero carbon initiatives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prioritize projects based on emission reduction goals.
- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application
Dive into Our Great Benefits:
- Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
- Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
- Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
- Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
- Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
- Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.
Closing Date: 28 March 2025
Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check.
Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.
For any further information please contact daniella.mikhael@sydneywater.com.au
Working at Sydney Water
At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too.
Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and veterans.
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