Sustainability Advisor / Coordinator / Graduate

Join a leading national commercial construction company and help shape more sustainable outcomes across our projects.

A Tier 1 operator in South Australia, Hansen Yuncken is seeking a passionate and motivated Sustainability professional to join our SA team. This newly created opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in supporting sustainability initiatives across our projects while developing your career within a national construction business.

We are open to candidates at different stages of their career. This role could suit a Sustainability Graduate with 1–3 years’ experience, a Sustainability Coordinator looking to take the next step, or a more experienced Sustainability professional ready to step into an Advisor-level position.

About the role

Working primarily within a project team, you will support the delivery of sustainability objectives across our projects and work closely with Project Managers, site teams and other key stakeholders in achieving sustainability outcomes

You will contribute to Hansen Yuncken’s broader national Sustainability Peer Group, providing input into the Sustainability roadmap, providing exposure to sustainability initiatives, knowledge sharing and best practice across the business.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the implementation of sustainability strategies and initiatives across projects and the broader HY business

• Monitoring and reporting on project sustainability performance and targets

• Development and review of Project Environmental Management plans

• Supporting environmental and sustainability compliance requirements, including environmental checks and audits

• Assisting project teams with sustainability documentation, reporting and data collection

• Identifying opportunities to improve environmental performance and reduce waste and resource consumption

• Working with subcontractors, consultants and project teams to promote sustainable construction practices and ensure regulatory compliance

• Contributing to sustainability reporting and continuous improvement initiatives

• Keeping up to date with relevant sustainability standards, legislation and industry developments

About you

We are looking for someone who is passionate about sustainability and wants to build a career within the construction industry.

You will ideally have:

• A relevant degree in Environmental Management / Sustainability

• 1–3 years’ relevant experience in sustainability, environmental or construction-related roles

• Experience within the construction, engineering or infrastructure industry will be highly regarded

• Experience with Sustainability certification and rating systems and frameworks (eg Green Star, IGRAT) will be highly regarded

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail

• The ability to work collaboratively with project teams and stakeholders

• A practical and proactive approach to sustainability

• A genuine interest in developing your career and contributing to positive outcomes

We also encourage more experienced candidates to apply. For the right person, the position can be tailored to an Advisor-level role with greater responsibility and scope.

Why Hansen Yuncken?

This is an opportunity to join a business where you can make a genuine contribution to the built environment while continuing to develop your sustainability career.

You will be part of a supportive project environment, gain exposure to major construction projects and have the opportunity to connect with sustainability professionals across our national business.

With a strong pipeline of projects across South Australia, this is an exciting time to join Hansen Yuncken and grow with us.

Ready to Apply:

If you are looking for your next opportunity in sustainability and want to be part of a leading Australian construction business, we would love to hear from you.

Please note that some of our projects require Australian citizenship or citizenship from an eligible partner country. Please ensure you clearly outline your work rights and citizenship status in your application. 

Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion about opportunities with Hansen Yuncken call Marie Martin on 08 8229 73***or send your details direct to **********@hansenyuncken.com.au

We prefer to work directly with applicants and do not accept unsolicited resumes from any recruitment agencies or third-party providers.