Sustainability Project Officer
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- Project Officer
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- The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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- REQ652017 Requisition #
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time up to 28 May 2027
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 2
Remuneration: 114251 - 134809 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 24
Requisition ID: REQ652017
Location: Westmead
Applications close: Midnight on 6 April 2026
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
About this role
An exciting opportunity exists to join our sustainability team and lead a food waste reduction project across our Network.
Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (SCHN) is transitioning to a low carbon, low waste, climate resilient health service and has committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2035 for emissions it controls.
Waste is a key focus area in SCHN’s Net Zero pathway, with the objective to reduce waste generated and maximise resource recovery and reuse opportunities. Food waste is one of the priority waste streams identified.
What you’ll be doing
Manage the delivery of a food waste reduction education and training program to diverse stakeholders across the SCHN in partnership with key stakeholder organisations
Project management and documentation across all project phases
Project monitoring and evaluation, including the analysis and reporting of data
Devise and implement strategies to ensure successful embedding, acceptance and sustainability of change initiatives
About you:
We are seeking a motivated and committed individual with the below skills and experience:
Demonstrated experience in project management or change management
Demonstrated high quality organisational skills, ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to communicate, consult and negotiate effectively with stakeholders
High level analytical and problem-solving skills
High level verbal and written communication skills
NSW Government experience highly desirable
Eligible employees may access:
- Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for full time staff
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Opportunities
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’
- Please review the position description and submit your resume (up to 3 pages), cover letter (1 page) detailing your skills and experience relevant to this role AND demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below:
- Describe an example that demonstrates the depth of your experience implementing programs across a large portfolio within a complex organisation.
- Describe your approach for engaging a wide variety of stakeholder in order to successfully complete a project or deliverable.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary part time vacancies
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and Statement of Duties
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
For role related queries or questions contact Megan Shaw on Megan.Shaw@health.nsw.gov.au
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