Job and Biz News:
Placemaking NSW has appointed Karla Coggan as the senior manager of place activation.
Formed in June 2020, Placemaking NSW is a government agency focused on developing and managing harbourside precincts in Sydney, including The Rocks, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour.
Coggan will bring with her over seven years of experience at Transport for NSW, which manages Placemaking. She was previously associate senior manager of place activations at Placemaking NSW and manager of events, and associate manager of partnership and business developments.
eWater Systems
Non-chemical disinfectants and sanitisers producer eWater Systems has shored up new partnerships with iconic organisations such as Canva, Commonwealth Bank (CBA), Google and Taronga Zoo for its products that eliminate toxic chemicals such as PFAS in their use.
The Australian-owned company uses on-site generators to generate an unlimited supply of TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration)-approved using water, salt and electricity.
Founder Phil Gregory said “Canva were initially introduced to eWater by celebrity chef Matt Stone, who has been a staunch eWater advocate throughout his career,” Phil said. “Then other supporters like David Speck from Universal Foodservice Designs followed in support.
“The team at Canva place a huge emphasis on staff well-being and sustainability and investing in eWater creates a safer more sustainable workplace by reduce their chemical use throughout their offices and kitchens. eWater is a logical fit, and we’re now delighted to have Canva as eWater advocates.”
Canva’s executive chef, Mark Hanover said the collaboration helped reduced chemicals going into the environment.
“I spent many years using hot soap and chemicals in all kitchens I have worked in, so to be honest I was a bit sceptical when we started as I imagine many are. Once we decided to install it and were fully committed, I was impressed at how well it worked.
“When the kitchen is fully cleaned with eWater it does have a very clean but neutral smell and that’s nice. Also, it’s nice to have a non-chemical cleaner and sanitiser in spray bottles to use throughout the day around food as we prep.”
IEEFA
The Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis has released a commentary by debt markets energy finance analyst Hazel Ilango, saying that bond market participants who value stability should start paying attention to climate-related risks.
The comment was spruiked on by messages from the Global Head of ESG in Credit at S&P Global Ratings, Pierre Georges, who believed that climate-related risks will potentially affect creditworthiness and its impact are expected to accumulate over time.
Two other firms, Fitch Ratings and Moody’s Investors Services, also report similar statistics, with oil, gas, automobile manufacturers, utilities, and power generation most likely to take the hit with a 31 to 54 per cent downgrade risk, with a further 2 to 20 per cent risk from disorderly transition.
The IEEFA March report claims that multi-notch downgrades and trigger sweeping bond sell-offs is imminent as a result.
Source: Fitch Ratings, S&P Global Market Intelligence, Moody’s Investors Service and IEEFA’s compilation
Living Future Institute of Australia
Living Future Institute of Australia has appointed Cait Scullin as the new communications and community officer.
Scullin will be bringing experience from her previous roles as a communication specialist for sustainability leaders and industry-shakers such as Swag Australia and Karst.
CPB Contractors
On an uplifting note, 13 women have recently graduated from the CPB Contractors’ “Women in construction” paid training program.
The program is believed to be the first of its kind and will fast-track women interested in working in construction into a guaranteed job on a major Sydney infrastructure project.
The graduates have been sent to work on projects such as M6 Stage 1 freeway, Sydney Metro West and the Sydney Metro, Western Sydney Airport.
The program is currently in its second year and received 794 applicants, many of whom are women seeking a career change from retail, hospitality, cleaning, aged care, and tourism.
CPB Contractors’ chief operating officer, Don Johnson, said, “The need for more skilled workers is an industry-wide issue bigger than any one contractor, and we are seeing a lot of success with training programs like this.
“Women have been under-represented in the sector. This program is about creating a more equitable construction industry and delivering real jobs and opportunities to more people. As the demand for construction continues to grow, particularly with a focus on affordable housing and Australia’s transition to renewable energy, we need to provide clear career pathways that make construction more accessible,” he said.
Jobs
Meanwhile, applications for CPB’s environment and sustainability graduate program for the 2024 CIMIC group are now open.
Graduates of an environmental science or sustainability-related discipline will be embedded in the company’s business unit with the possibility of a career in environmental management.
Successful applicants will be responsible for supporting environmental and sustainability management plans, promoting sustainability initiatives, ensuring key managers are informed on related legislations and assisting with internal and external audits to ensure compliance with environmental requirements.
MRA Consulting Group
Another graduate and junior role is on offer at the MRA Consulting Group, which is looking for someone with a genuine interest in the Australian waste and recycling industry and who holds a degree in environmental science, urban planning or any relevant degree in science or environment.
The graduate will work closely with the managing director and the multi-disciplinary staff on private and government sector projects relating to the forefront of Australian waste and recycling management practices.
Councils
The local councils seem to be on a recruitment blitz, with several local councils recruiting sustainability-related roles nationwide.
This includes:
- environmental sustainability programs officer, full-time at Murrindindi Shire Council based in Alexandra Victoria
- climate change and sustainability officer, full-time at the City of Newcastle in NSW
- sustainability engagement officer, part-time at Lake Macquarie City council in NSW
- environmental management officer, full-time at Sunshine Coast council in QLD
- sustainability and waste education officer, part-time at Willoughby City council in NSW
- sustainability and waste education officer, full-time at Golden Plains Shire council in Victoria
- strategic project officer – climate risks, full-time at Noosa Shire council in QLD
- sustainability engagement manager, full-time at City of Sydney in NSW