Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE) has recently appointed three new staff members to its team. They will be a boon to this tireless independent think tank helmed by the influential Heidi Lee (see the many mentions she’s received in these pages) which has. The goal of inspiring industries, political decision-makers, and regional communities to accelerate climate action and turbo-charge Australia’s shift to the zero-emissions economy.
Nikki Potter was appointed BZE’s new senior project manager and will be bringing her extensive executive level experience in both national and international operations across commercial, not-for-profit and government entities to the company. Her most recent role at the Clean Energy Council will allow Potter to bring strategic and operational alignment to BZE’s work around clean technology.
Nick Fleming is now a graduate project officer upon his graduation from a master’s in public policy and management. Having spent time with BZE as an intern before his appointment, he will now be doing rotations between the research, engagement and communications, marketing and fundraising departments.
Michelle Lee has been appointed BZE’s new communications coordinator after leaving her previous role as the marketing and communications lead at the Australian Energy Foundation. Lee has almost a decade of experience in strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, public relations and marketing in both the public sector and non-profit space.
Another new job announcements came in recent weeks with Lisa Hinde moving from Colliers in Australia to a plumb gig in New Zealand as head of sustainability for Precinct Properties.
Jobs on offer
The Australian Retirement Trust, one of Australia’s largest superannuation funds accounting for $240 billion in retirement savings for two million members is looking to expand their global investment capability into sustainability.
It’s seeking talented individuals with expertise in stewardship, environmental social and corporate governance (ESG) integration, research, impact investing, managing socially responsible investing (SRI) options, and ESG data & analytics.
“Our growing sustainable investment team is committed to supporting better retirement outcomes for our members,” it writes about the positions.
While specifics are not yet available, the positions are confirmed to be permanent, and expressions of Interest is now open for the positions listed:
- senior portfolio manager – ESG member choice options & impact investments
- portfolio manager – research & reporting
- portfolio manager – ESG member choice options
- portfolio manager – impact investments
- portfolio manager – stewardship (public markets)
- associate portfolio manager – public markets ESG integration
- senior portfolio analyst – private markets ESG integration and stewardship
- senior portfolio analyst – ESG data & analytics
According to the promotions, the jobs are said to include state-of-the-art offices, flexible working arrangement, career progression and development opportunities.
Applicants need to be located in Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne and have relevant tertiary qualifications. Experience in the investments sphere and sustainability, advanced research, analysis, stakeholder management skills and a strong ability to manage competing priorities will be great attributes to have.
CBRE
CBRE the world’s largest commercial real estate services according to 2021 revenue, is hiring an associate director ESG (building consultant) based in Brisbane, Sydney, or Melbourne.
The group is hoping for a green star accredited professional with a background in mechanical or electrical engineering that has experience in the ESG building sector and business development capabilities to work with its ESG division of the Pacific team.
According to the company the division aims to improve portfolio resiliency and reduce asset life-cycle costs in its operations across the globe. You’ll need all the usual technical skills. From managing sustainability certifications, developing ESG strategies for clients, able to perform net zero carbon assessments, and assess building management control systems, electrical and hydraulic services and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC).
SA Power Networks
Energy solutions company, SA Power Networks is looking for a permanent ESG reporting analyst.
The role includes providing data gathering, analysis, enhanced insights, drive continuing ESG performance improvements and support ESG disclosures. You’ll need an undergraduate degree in accountancy, environment science, sustainable development, climate change or other relevant translatable discipline, three years’ experience in ESG, financial or professional services, experience in ESG reporting and understanding of the EDG landscape.
Among other jobs on offer is a range of gigs with local councils – such as Bayside in Melbourne, Clarence Valley in NSW and Hunter’s Hill in Sydney.
Among the fun sounding jobs is a gig as a Sustainability Reporting Advisor with JB Hi-Fi
a fashion sourcing & sustainability manager at an unnamed rag trader but here’s the link if you’re interested and Environmental Assurance Officer For the Snowy Hydro – if you like the idea of living in Cooma.