Launch of Terra.do promising thousands of new jobs
Terra.do, a platform which aims to retrain, upskill, recruit, hire and train the next generation of the global climate workforce has recently launched in Australia, with 4500 Australian clean economy roles immediately available for application. The platform currently hosts more than 40,000 roles worldwide.
The platform was backed by Boundless Earth, a philanthropic venture backed by Mike Cannon-Brookes to drive investment, advocacy and philanthropy towards climate solutions.
The startup is aiming to get 100 million people worldwide working in climate related jobs by 2030, with Australia currently being a critical market in achieving its mission.
Founded in 2020, the platform has already gained half a million users across 25 countries.
Anshuman Bapna, co-founder and chief executive of Terra.do said, “We’re incredibly excited to be bringing Terra.do Down Under.
“Australia is critical to the world’s clean energy transition, having everything it takes to lead as a renewable energy superpower. Australia not only has some of the world’s best solar, wind and critical mineral resources; it also offers a wealth of talent across all fields – from technicians to project managers – to power a greener world.”
ISPT
ISPT has appointed Tom Waters as its inaugural head of development – commercial, industrial, retail and mixed use, which will work with the investment and development team.
Waters will bring more than 20 years of experience in property construction and development, including eight years at Mirvac, where he was most recently the NSW commercial development director and 14 years at Lendlease. He was involved in projects such as Sydney Barangaroo, 55 Pitt Street, and the Queensland Gallery of Modern Art.
Dexus CEO stepping down
Dexus has embarked on a search for a new chief executive after Darren Steinberg announced he will step down. However, Steinberg has agreed to stay in the job until his successor is found.
Dexus chair, Warwick Negus, said: “The board has been busy in 2023 with ongoing planning for succession and internal leadership development. We approach this decision with the benefit of a great deal of planning and will revert to security holders in the coming months post the conclusion of a formal global search when this important decision is finalised.”
Steinberg said: “My decision to step down next year allows time for continuity. Dexus has a team of experienced and talented people, and I will leave knowing that the business is in a strong position to continue to deliver long-term value. I am proud of everything we have achieved as a team for our investors, our customers, and our people, and am committed to ensuring a smooth transition.”
EG Funds
EG Funds has appointed Mark Weingarth as its new director of business development.
Previously with Charter Hall as the NSW state manager, Weingarth will bring over 15 years in wealth and asset management, structure investment and commercial property. He had also worked at the Macquarie Group for almost seven years as a banking and financial services director.
Kebony
Norwegian modified wood specialists Kebony has appointed Tom Paemeleire as the new chief executive.
Paemeleire will bring 20 years of experience in international business transformation to the company. He previously held an executive role at the Belgian-based Incendin, which claims to produce environmentally firefighting products.
The company’s dually modified wood contains bio-based dual modification technology, allowing Forest Stewardship Council-certified softwood to transform into products comparable to tropical hardwood without the same carbon footprint. It has recently opened a Middle East sales office as part of its ongoing international expansion.