Role Seniority - junior, mid level

More about the Sustainability Advisor role at Inland Rail

About the opportunity

The Sustainability Advisor will support the delivery of Inland Rail's sustainability goals by implementing sustainability initiatives, monitoring and reporting on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, and ensuring compliance with relevant sustainability frameworks and standards. You will work collaboratively across teams to integrate sustainable practices into project planning, delivery, and operations, driving positive environmental, social, and economic outcomes aligned with Inland Rail's long-term objectives.

Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Actively manage the relationships with the contractor's sustainability manager to ensure the sustainability outputs are fit for purpose and contribute to the achievement of the project's sustainability objectives and targets. Assist the contractor in the coordination of the Infrastructure Sustainability (IS) rating submission. This includes reviewing, providing constructive feedback, and supporting the contractor to finalise all project documentation for submission to ISC. Promote a sustainability-focused culture on all projects through active engagement, education, and upskilling of project personnel on the ISC rating process. Engage with the project team to highlight sustainability risks and opportunities during the design and construction process and documentation and propose strategies and activities to address these risks and opportunities. Contribute to program wide sustainability initiatives (as directed) and lead engagement with required subject matter experts to deliver the initiatives. This includes drafting scope of works, working with commercial to procure services, onboarding SMEs, managing the engagement and deliverables and schedule management. Deliver the project reporting requirements and contribute to the program reporting requirements. About You

We're looking for a motivated, enthusiastic individual with a positive attitude to make a real impact. If you're keen to learn, ready to tackle challenges, and thrive in a supportive and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you! Tertiary qualifications in Sustainability or another related field. Tertiary qualification in other fields related to the delivery of large-scale projects will be considered. Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional (V1.2 & V2.2) or the ability and willingness to obtain this qualification Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and customised software packages. Sound analysis and investigation skills. Ability to work autonomously. Desirable Selection Criteria Reviewing and developing technical submissions to external agencies. Delivering outcomes in multidisciplinary teams on large-scale projects. Working with civil contractors to achieve outcomes on large-scale projects. Experience using the Infrastructure Sustainability rating tools or other similar assessment and rating tools / processes. About Inland Rail

Inland Rail Pty Ltd is delivering a 1,600km freight line that is transforming how goods are moved around Australia. When fully operational, Inland Rail will connect Melbourne to Brisbane via regional Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. As one of the largest infrastructure projects in Australia, Inland Rail is helping to address the nation's future freight needs and meet the demands of our growing population.

Delivering Inland Rail will help shift more goods onto rail which means safer, less congested roads and fewer emissions and a more resilient and sustainable national freight network

What you'll be joining You will join one of the largest infrastructure programs in Australia. This project will generate thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in local investment, boosting regional economies and communities right along the alignment. Inland Rail is proud to have over 40% female representation and we would like to see these numbers grow. Inland Rail is an Agile working environment in our State-of-the Art office embracing flexible working conditions. Our Organisation and Culture

The values that drive us and the work we deliver in the program incorporate Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We welcome like-minded individuals who value our culture.

At Inland Rail, we celebrate, support, and thrive on attracting people from all horizons and walks of life for the benefit of our employees, our program, and our community. Inland Rail is proud to be an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to submit their details to us.

All employment is decided based on suitability to the role, cultural fit, merit, and business needs.

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If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for please apply online today.

As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing. Inland Rail is a drug and alcohol-free working environment.

Please note that applications are reviewed from point of advertising so don't delay your application.

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Inland Rail team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined

Key Responsibilities

• Managing relationships with contractors
• Coordinating Infrastructure Sustainability rating submissions
• Promoting a sustainability-focused culture

Key Strengths

• Tertiary qualifications in Sustainability or related field
• Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications
• Reviewing and developing technical submissions
• Delivering outcomes in multidisciplinary teams
• Using Infrastructure Sustainability rating tools

A Final Note: This is a role with Inland Rail not with Hatch.