Sustainability Analyst

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Sustainability Analyst Parramatta, NSW About Heidelberg Materials Australia Heidelberg Materials Australia is one of Australia's leading suppliers of construction materials, helping build the infrastructure that supports our communities every day. With a strong national footprint, a commitment to sustainability, and a proud history of operational excellence, we are focused on creating a more sustainable future for our business, our customers, and the communities in which we operate. We invest in our people, our assets, and the systems that support long-term success. As sustainability reporting and climate disclosure requirements continue to evolve, we are expanding our capability to deliver accurate, transparent, and meaningful sustainability performance reporting across our business. The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytically minded Sustainability Analyst to join our Sustainability team based in Parramatta, NSW . Reporting to the Senior Sustainability Reporting Lead , you will play a critical role in collecting, validating and analysing sustainability data across the organisation. You will support regulatory reporting obligations, climate-related disclosures, greenhouse gas emissions reporting, and broader ESG reporting requirements while collaborating with stakeholders across Finance, Operations, Procurement, HR, Risk and IT. This is an excellent opportunity for a data-driven professional looking to build their career in sustainability reporting within a large and complex organisation committed to making a positive environmental impact. Key Responsibilities Collect, validate and reconcile sustainability data across energy, fuel, production, procurement, logistics, HR, finance and operational systems. Support Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions reporting, including data extraction, emissions calculations, variance analysis and preparation of supporting evidence. Assist with ASRS/AASB S2 climate-related disclosures, covering metrics and targets, governance, strategy, risk management and data reporting requirements. Support Heidelberg Materials AG Group sustainability reporting submissions, including emissions, water, waste, nature and other ESG metrics. Assist with National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting (NGER) campaigns and other mandatory internal and external reporting obligations. Maintain reporting workpapers, data registers, methodologies, control documentation and audit-ready records. Conduct data quality reviews, investigate anomalies and work with stakeholders to resolve data gaps and inconsistencies. Prepare analytical reports, reconciliations, dashboards and reporting packs for internal stakeholders. Support internal and external assurance activities, including evidence gathering, information requests and continuous improvement initiatives. Contribute to process improvements, automation opportunities and reporting standardisation projects. Monitor emerging sustainability reporting standards, regulatory developments and industry best practice. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of sustainability data. About You You are a highly organised and analytical professional who enjoys working with complex datasets and translating information into meaningful insights. You possess strong attention to detail and a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement. Experience & Qualifications Tertiary qualification in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Accounting, Finance, Business, Data Analytics, Engineering or a related discipline. Experience in sustainability reporting, ESG reporting, environmental reporting, finance, audit, compliance or data analysis. Exposure to greenhouse gas accounting, NGER reporting, ASRS, TCFD, ISSB, AASB S2 or related sustainability reporting frameworks will be highly regarded. Experience working with large datasets and reporting systems. Skills & Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced Microsoft Excel and data management capabilities. Ability to reconcile and validate large volumes of information with a high degree of accuracy. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines. A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and process optimisation. Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills. What We Offer At Heidelberg Materials Australia, we recognise that our people are our greatest asset. We offer a supportive environment where you can develop your career while contributing to meaningful sustainability outcomes. Our benefits include: Competitive salary package and performance-based opportunities. Career development and ongoing learning opportunities. Access to our Material Benefits program, offering discounts on travel, retail, entertainment and more. Employee assistance and wellbeing programs for you and your family. Paid parental leave and family-friendly policies. Novated leasing options. Access to health and wellness initiatives. Opportunity to work on nationally significant sustainability and climate reporting projects. A collaborative and inclusive workplace where your contribution is valued. Join Us At Heidelberg Materials Australia, we are committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Applicants must have full Australian working rights. We'll Make It Happen.