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Sustainability Manager

Downer

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

Category Maintenance Jobs

Description We have a fantastic opportunity for a Sustainability Manager to join the Downer Transport team. This role is a part-time position 20 hours per week based at our Penrose depot. Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki knei | Why you will enjoy working here Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful.

We offer: Competitive remuneration package and company vehicle Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes Discounts for Samsung, Repco, PB Tech, Gym memberships and more $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer Progression and development programs, including our inspiring leaders programme for top performers Have a look at our other great benefits here Te kwhiringa | The Opportunity Reporting to the Contract Manager, you will be responsible for providing sustainability leadership across our suite of Auckland Transport Maintenance contracts. Your responsibilities will include: Targeting zero waste following the waste hierarchy through waste minimisation, circular economy solutions and/or recycling/re-use maximisation, Reduction in contribution to greenhouse gas emissions production, through both operations and materials, Provide energy savings through a reduction in contribution to greenhouse gas emissions production, Reduction in water consumption during maintenance activities, Improving the livelihoods of people from targeted groups throughout employment, training and wage improvements, Increasing access for diverse suppliers (including Mori and Pasifika owned businesses). Providing technical advice to projects and the long-term maintenance contracts across Federal / State approvals and licences.

Reviewing and providing advice on environmental monitoring programs and results. Undertake site travel and support as required Develop and maintain Environmental Management Plan, Recycled First Plan initiatives and Nga pkenga matua | Important Skills Tertiary Qualifications (Degree) in Environmental Science/ Engineering/ Energy / Management, Sustainability or similar Minimum 2-3 years environmental management experience. Experience in road construction and/or a maintenance environment will be highly regarded Ability to use MS Excel and other applications to analyse and communicate data Ability to understand and learn new software applications quickly.

Current Drivers licence Collaborative team player with strong communication skills, both verbally and written with all levels of an organisation High attention to detail and analytical skills Effective planning, time management and organisational skills Ko wai mtou | Our Organisation Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site here Me phea ki te tono | How to apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application The reference number for this role is 7177775. We are committed to a safe work.

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