Sustainability Superintendent

Sustainability Superintendent

Greenbushes Lithium Operation

Full Time Position – Perth based

Lithium plays a critical role in the transition to clean energy, and Talison Lithium is the world’s leading lithium minerals producer with the largest high-grade ore body in the world - join us and be a part of the transition.

About the Role:

The Sustainability Superintendent is a key leadership role responsible for advancing Talison Lithium’s sustainability performance and ensuring compliance with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) obligations. Based in Perth, this position oversees the end-to-end development and implementation of ESG governance, monitoring, reporting, and disclosure frameworks, ensuring alignment with corporate governance principles and the broader business strategy.

Working closely with the Talison Board and senior leadership, the Sustainability Superintendent will shape and guide ESG strategy across the organisation. This role will influence policy, strengthen organisational capability, and contribute to building resilient, future-focused business models that support Talison’s long-term strategic objectives.

Responsibilities include:

• supporting the development and delivery of sustainability strategies, frameworks and technical sustainability reporting;
• undertaking energy, greenhouse gas emissions, water, waste and materials Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) assessments;
• overseeing the implementation of an appropriate Sustainability Assurance Program as directed by the Talison Board;
• developing and assessing the technical feasibility of initiatives that improve sustainability outcomes, with a strong focus on responsible decarbonisation aligned to business strategy;
• building and maintaining strong internal and external relationships, fostering consensus across industry partners, community groups, government stakeholders and other key influencers;
• ensuring accurate evidence collection, documentation and coordination of sustainability-related data;
• preparing monthly sustainability performance reports and contributing to the annual business planning process, including objectives, targets, operating budgets and capital budgets; and
• reviewing operating and capital expenditure and reporting monthly on variances to plan.

About the Candidate:

• tertiary degree in Environment, Engineering or Physical Sciences.
• proven capability in sustainability leadership, with a strong understanding of ESG governance, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics;
• demonstrates a strategic mindset with the ability to influence, foster collaboration, and drive organisational improvement;
• skilled in managing multiple priorities, applying practical judgment, and engaging confidently with diverse internal and external stakeholders;
• Extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of sustainability indices, governance standards, reporting frameworks, and performance metrics;
• leadership experience with the ability to champion change in sustainability initiatives and organisational effectiveness;
• strong analytical capability and pragmatic decision-making developed through managing complex projects; and
• exceptional stakeholder engagement, presentation, and communication skills, with the ability to constructively challenge existing practices and influence positive outcomes.

Some of the many benefits of working with Talison include:

• flexible working environment;
• income protection insurance;
• life Insurance for employees under the company superannuation plan;
• attractive parental leave policy;
• salary sacrifice options for remote area housing, motor vehicles and superannuation; and
• participation in site performance-based incentive scheme.

About Talison Lithium:

Talison Lithium supports many of the community projects, groups and sporting events our employees are involved in. Our future is within, and as part of, the community.

The Greenbushes Lithium Operation is located in a unique residential setting, near the town of Greenbushes atop the picturesque Darling Scarp. Being active in the broader community is integral to our core business values of safety, transparency and inclusiveness. We regularly carry out site tours for local school and community groups and promote education through Mine Open Days and community events.

Supporting a diverse workforce:

Talison Lithium strongly encourages applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of work experience. Talison Lithium takes pride in its unique location and the excellent work/life balance offering that our employees enjoy. Talison Lithium recognises that we are strengthened by diversity and is committed to providing a work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We are an inclusive employer, and we welcome applications from all genders, cultures and identities.

How to Apply:

Please apply for this vacancy by including your Resume and Cover Letter with your application, on our Talison Careers portal.

This portal is accessible via all Talison Advertisements on Seek / LinkedIn, and directly at jobs.talisonlithium.com

We look forward to receiving your application for this vacancy.