• The position is not location specific, however, we do prefer to be based in one of our state offices in either: Perth, Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, and/or Brisbane.
• We allow for flexible work arrangements and the position title and remuneration will be based on level of experience.

About Anthesis Group

Anthesis is the sustainability activator. Proud to be a B Corp, we seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, corporates, investors and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.

Anthesis has clients across all industry sectors and supports some of the world’s largest multinationals such as Reckitt, Cisco, Tesco, The North Face, and Target. The company brings together 1,300+ experts operating in 42 countries around the world and has offices in Andorra, Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, the Middle East, the Philippines, Portugal, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, the UK, and the US.

At Anthesis Group, we are truly committed to putting people and our planet at the heart of all we do.

We encourage all employees to contribute their ideas, perspectives, and experiences to help us create an inclusive and equitable workplace. By embracing diversity and providing equal opportunities, we believe we can drive innovation, foster creativity, and achieve our shared goals. So, if you’re ready to be a part of something truly extraordinary, then we want you! Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Together, we can continue to build a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed and thrive.
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Summary of Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant and/or Senior Consultant with a background in ecology, environmental science, environmental engineering and/or natural resource management and sustainability in the land sector, to join our team. The position is not location specific, however, we do prefer to be based in one of our state offices in either: Perth, Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, and/or Brisbane. We allow for flexible work arrangements and the position title and remuneration will be based on level of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Nature team under Australian and international abatement programs, including:
  • Due diligence assessments and carbon offsetting advisory and project development
  • Co-benefit identification and evaluation under relevant standards/frameworks;
• Support the ACCU Scheme audit assurance engagements for land-based projects, including savanna fire management, Human-induced regeneration, Environmental planting and soil carbon projects;
• Undertake field work and analysis to assist ACCU Scheme advisory and audit projects;
• Undertake GIS analysis as well as risk and opportunity assessments to support ERF advisory and audit projects;
• Support the preparation of greenhouse gas (GHG) accounts, trajectories, and net zero emissions pathways, to support the land-based GHG inventory component and science-based emission reduction targets in the Forestry, Land use and Agriculture sector (SBTi-FLAG).
• Support the preparation of nature risk assessments under the Taskforce for Nature related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) as well as Nature Strategies under relevant guidelines.

Key Requirements, Skills Knowledge & Expertise

• A relevant environmental engineering, ecology or environmental science degree:
  • Post graduate studies in the fields of ecology, spatial science (GIS), climate change and/or sustainability is desirable.
• Previous experience and/or demonstrated use of GIS spatial mapping tools and software (QGIS, ArcGIS), and data science (Python or equivalent) is required.
• Previous experience and/or demonstrated knowledge of the ACCU Scheme, especially experience with human-induced regeneration, environmental planting, soil carbon, plantation forestry and/or savanna fire management projects.
• Previous experience in other environmental credit schemes is highly regarded.
• Previous experience in interpreting and reviewing environmental policy and/or legislation is well regarded.
• Significant experience in another land-based resource sector (e.g mining, water)
• Strong data analysis, statistics and interpretation skills, including advanced MS Excel skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, including client engagement.
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and challenge yourself.
• Australian residency or work visa.
• Ability to travel for work.

Benefits

• Work within a highly motivated team in an innovative and rapidly growing global company
• Work solely on projects that have an impact on the sustainability and climate change goals/challenges for clients
• Opportunity for travel and to get out in the field
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects on a global basis
• Opportunity to develop the skills to launch your career in this emerging area
• Competitive benefits including flexible working, 25 days annual leave and one volunteering day off
• Cooperative, supportive and open working atmosphere