ERM Energetics is Australia’s climate risk and energy transition expert.

Working across all sectors of the economy, our team is reshaping corporate Australia for a 1.5°C world by helping our largest businesses to reach net zero goals, build climate resilience, and support the transition to clean energy - all informed by robust data analytics and insights.

Our people are smart, passionate and motivated to make a difference – this isn’t just a job, it’s personal.

ERM Energetics recently joined ERM, the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm. As part of ERM we access an unparalleled global network of sustainability experts and can grow our careers internationally.

What we do in Australia, we can take to the world.

Find out more about what we do at www.energetics.com.au.

About the role

The changing climate will present unprecedented risks and shifts in business models as companies adapt to meet the needs of climate-impacted consumers and markets. Whether advising on strategies that respond to the decarbonising economy, or building resilience in the face of warming and more volatile weather, ERM Energetics seeks Senior Consultants who are energised to help businesses address the climate challenge and have experience integrating climate strategy into sustainability, risk management and corporate processes.

You will manage client relationships and, as a project manager, coordinate tasks across team members, and be accountable for on-time and on-budget delivery to your clients.

Our services

ERM Energetics has unparalleled experience working with large ASX-listed businesses to deliver emissions quantification insights and improving business processes across sustainability reporting.

Emissions inventories: Developing accurate and robust Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions inventories and forecasts to support mandatory (incoming ASRS, NGER, NPI) and voluntary (GRI, CDP and GRESB) reporting. 

Safeguard Mechanism: Enhancing understanding of Safeguard Mechanism compliance positions by forecasting emissions, production, and baselines.

Supply chain emissions and implications: Consolidating and improving Scope 3 emissions data in line with reporting requirements. Developing emissions reduction targets and strategies.

Green credentials and state-based schemes including life cycle analysis, Climate Active certification and greenhouse gas management plans.

What do I need to be successful in this role?

We are seeking a candidate with the following three pre-requisite requirements:

At least 2 years’ experience in climate risk and mitigation solutions, emissions quantification and decarbonisation.

Consulting experience, including work in NGER, NPI, Scope 1, 2 and 3, TCFD and SBTi.

Preferred requirements are:

Demonstrated expertise in providing analysis and advice on the risks to business under different climate change scenarios and make recommendations for adaptation strategies.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills that have been used to undertake analysis of varying sizes of data sets.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex energy and emissions legislation into advice that is quantifiable, auditable, and decision useful. 

What our team loves about working here

First things first, THE PEOPLE. We are proud of our supportive, collaborative, inclusive and knowledgeable individuals.

We learn transferrable skills and work with the best in the business.

We operate in an environment of trust and autonomy.

We get a seat at the table of ASX100 companies.

Every day we play a role in Australia’s transition to a net zero economy.

Who We Are:

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency. 

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ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status or disability status.

Thank you for your interest in ERM.