Sustainability Operations Coordinator
Careers at Council
Date: 15 hours ago
City: Sydney, New South Wales
Contract type: Full time
Sydney, New South Wales
Full-time
Description
Sydney
Core Portfolio - Property /Property Services/Chief Operations Office
Full Time/Permanent
$124,732 - $141,756 per annum plus superannuation
Caring for our city, creating a future for all
Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.
Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.
About The Role
Are you an experienced professional looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a City that is inclusive, connected, liveable and engaged? The City of Sydney is undergoing a significant transformational change within Property Services, and we’re seeking skilled and motivated property management professionals to join our Infrastructure Sustainability team.
The City manages a unique and diverse range of assets, including heritage-listed commercial buildings, award-winning libraries, and operationally critical depots. Our portfolio includes over 1,500 property interests worth $2.7 billion, covering assets such as building properties, footway agreements, vacant land, and road interests. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the realisation of our Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 vision by driving high-performance asset management.
Learn more about property services careers, and join the team dedicated to creating spaces that drive positive change for our communities.
The Sustainability Operations Coordinator’s primary purpose is to effectively manage the operational waste contract and assist in the implementation of environmental sustainability initiatives and projects across the City’s asset portfolio.
Key Accountabilities Include
drive initiatives that improve the sustainability performance of the property portfolio towards meeting agreed organisational environmental targets and the Property Strategy deliveryensure key stakeholders are informed and engaged in relation to sustainability management and monitoring as requireddevelop/foster internal/external relationships and participate in forums that are relevant to improving future sustainability performance of the property portfolioactively seek out opportunities for innovation in sustainability to improve the overall performance of the property portfoliocontract Management of operational waste contract, including budget management, contractor performance management, compliance with terms, coordination of day to day waste operations,maintenance of accurate waste records and adherence to City operational waste targets.
We’re Looking For Someone With
tertiary qualifications at a degree level in a relevant field such as Project Management, Contract Management, Sustainability or Environmental Science or equivalent relevant industry experience includingcontract Administration (with demonstrated Project Management capabilities)exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, negotiation skills and communication skillsknowledge of sustainability related issues and sustainability related projects.
Download position description.
This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.
The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Thursday 3rd July
For more information, contact Amy Dennis, Sustainability Asset Specialist on 02 9265 9866
What We Can Offer You
You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.
Flexible working3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible workingCity centre head office, with many public transport options.Professional developmentLeadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counsellingSupporting families26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leavePaid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart-time and job-sharing options availableSupportive return-to-work environmentInclusive cultureRecognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplaceVeteran employment supporter
Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.
How To Apply
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.
All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.
We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at [email protected] or 02 9265 9333.
Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.
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Full-time
Description
Sydney
Core Portfolio - Property /Property Services/Chief Operations Office
Full Time/Permanent
$124,732 - $141,756 per annum plus superannuation
Caring for our city, creating a future for all
Our people are passionate about their communities and connected to their teams. They’re motivated by our genuine commitment to diversity and inclusion, and our clear, compelling plan for our global city: Sustainable Sydney 2030 – 2050 Continuing the Vision.
Be part of a purpose-led organisation with care at its core. You’ll make a difference by acting in the best interests of our communities and city. Be better together with collaborative and inclusive partnerships. Embrace possibilities and be open to new ideas and creating bold solutions.
About The Role
Are you an experienced professional looking for an exciting opportunity to contribute to a City that is inclusive, connected, liveable and engaged? The City of Sydney is undergoing a significant transformational change within Property Services, and we’re seeking skilled and motivated property management professionals to join our Infrastructure Sustainability team.
The City manages a unique and diverse range of assets, including heritage-listed commercial buildings, award-winning libraries, and operationally critical depots. Our portfolio includes over 1,500 property interests worth $2.7 billion, covering assets such as building properties, footway agreements, vacant land, and road interests. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the realisation of our Sustainable Sydney 2030–2050 vision by driving high-performance asset management.
Learn more about property services careers, and join the team dedicated to creating spaces that drive positive change for our communities.
The Sustainability Operations Coordinator’s primary purpose is to effectively manage the operational waste contract and assist in the implementation of environmental sustainability initiatives and projects across the City’s asset portfolio.
Key Accountabilities Include
drive initiatives that improve the sustainability performance of the property portfolio towards meeting agreed organisational environmental targets and the Property Strategy deliveryensure key stakeholders are informed and engaged in relation to sustainability management and monitoring as requireddevelop/foster internal/external relationships and participate in forums that are relevant to improving future sustainability performance of the property portfolioactively seek out opportunities for innovation in sustainability to improve the overall performance of the property portfoliocontract Management of operational waste contract, including budget management, contractor performance management, compliance with terms, coordination of day to day waste operations,maintenance of accurate waste records and adherence to City operational waste targets.
We’re Looking For Someone With
tertiary qualifications at a degree level in a relevant field such as Project Management, Contract Management, Sustainability or Environmental Science or equivalent relevant industry experience includingcontract Administration (with demonstrated Project Management capabilities)exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, negotiation skills and communication skillsknowledge of sustainability related issues and sustainability related projects.
Download position description.
This role has the option of a rostered day off each month, known as a 19-day month.
The recommended applicant must complete a pre-employment health declaration and a criminal history check.
Applications must be submitted online by 11:59pm, Thursday 3rd July
For more information, contact Amy Dennis, Sustainability Asset Specialist on 02 9265 9866
What We Can Offer You
You’ll work with passionate, welcoming and supportive people who care for our communities and create a future for all.
Flexible working3 days of care and cultural leave each year for health and wellbeing activities, cultural and religious days or events of significance Collaborative approach to flexible workingCity centre head office, with many public transport options.Professional developmentLeadership and management development programFurther education program providing reimbursement of course fees, and study and exam leaveOpportunity to attend external courses and conferencesLong service and employee recognition awardsEmployee assistance program offering free, confidential counsellingSupporting families26 weeks paid parental leave and 6 weeks paid partner leavePaid and unpaid adoption and long-term fostering leavePaid superannuation for up to 52 weeks of parental leavePart-time and job-sharing options availableSupportive return-to-work environmentInclusive cultureRecognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of AustraliaActive employee networks including City Women, City Pride, DiverseCity and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander networkRecognised family inclusive workplaceVeteran employment supporter
Find out why a career at the City of Sydney might be right for you.
How To Apply
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds in a workplace as diverse as our communities. We’re passionate about gender balance, with an executive team two-thirds female and half of leadership roles held by women.
All applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, veterans and people of diverse sexualities and genders, are encouraged to join us.
We’re a disability confident recruiter. If you identify as a person with disability and require support for your application or the recruitment process, contact us at [email protected] or 02 9265 9333.
Select ‘apply now’ to submit your resume and selection criteria.
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