Sustainability Manager, Australia

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Deliver sustainability strategies for a key client accounts office and industrial portfolio
Asset performance optimization including Energy, Water and Waste Management
Sydney CBD | Land of the Gadigal people

As our Sustainability Manager, you and your team will be instrumental in developing, implementing, and maintaining our clients long term energy and environmental objectives within a building property services environment. You will play a crucial role in developing and implementing cost-effective sustainability solutions, NABERS assessments, and data analysis to drive energy and environmental efficiency into the daily operations and long-term planning in our client's buildings.

The Opportunity

  • Management of energy, water and waste management performance of each client asset and maintain agreed NABERS ratings through monitoring of usage and savings from implementation of capital works and collaborate with stakeholders to implement changes
  • Assisting with the development of sustainability/NABERS improvement strategies at an individual site (through Strategic Improvement Plans) or broader CR&S strategy and make recommendations to the client
  • Identify areas for energy and water efficiency improvements, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement changes
  • Provide advice on green building rating tools such as Green Star and WELL
  • Manage Environmental Risk Factors for minimisation of risk to the client, tenants and CBRE
  • Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders and provide building optimisation advice and develop sustainability strategies

About You

We're looking for a sustainability professional who combines analytical capability, strategic mindset and strong influencing skills.
You will bring:


  • Experience in Sustainability, ESG, Climate Strategy or Environmental Management
  • Strong knowledge of carbon accounting, climate science, net zero, or ESG reporting
  • Understanding of frameworks such as GRI, TCFD/ISSB, CDP, Climate Active, SBTi
  • Ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly
  • Stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to lead cross functional projects
  • Relevant qualifications in Sustainability, Environmental Management, Corporate Governance or similar
  • Accredited NABERS and CBD assessor (desirable)

What's in for you

Joining our team means surrounding yourself with talented, driven professionals who are at the top of their field. Your journey starts here…


  • Uncapped opportunities to develop your career within the property Industry
  • Structured career development to support you and explore your learning potential and career goals
  • Parental leave which is industry leading.
  • A range of educational, financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits and programs, corporate partnerships and discounts, CBRE Cares Foundation, competitive leave offerings and paid volunteer days.
  • Qantas flight discounts
  • Annual Flu shots via vouchers and onsite vaccinations
  • Initiatives and annual programs to recognise employees who exemplify excellence nationally and pacific wide
  • Exclusive Corporate Discounts and offerings from our corporate partners

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

We welcome and encourage First Nations People to apply.


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Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools
to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment background screening by our external third-party provider.

We look forward to hearing from you! #WeAreCBRE

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience in Sustainability, ESG, Climate Strategy or Environmental Management
Strong knowledge of carbon accounting, climate science, net zero, or ESG reporting
Understanding of frameworks such as GRI, TCFD/ISSB, CDP, Climate Active, SBTi
Ability to interpret complex data and present insights clearly
Stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to lead cross‑functional projects
Relevant qualifications in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Corporate Governance or similar