Principal ISSB Readiness

DISCOVER A BRIGHTER FUTURE

At South32, we’re meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus 

on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world. 

As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there’s no better place to make a genuine 

difference. Together we’re making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives. 

Whatever career path you choose, we’ll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy. 

PERTH OFFICE

South32’s corporate office is based in the heart of Perth’s CBD. The corporate office houses key functions including HR, Finance, Corporate Development, Investor Relations, Group Risk and Technical. Our office is conveniently located a 5-minute walk from the Perth Underground Train Station. 

SOUTH32’s SUSTAINABILITY APPROACH

We view sustainability as supporting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Sustainability is at the heart of our purpose and underpins the delivery of our strategy. In delivering our purpose, we seek to create enduring social, environmental and economic value.

Our sustainability approach is guided by our Sustainability Policy which comprises five interconnected pillars which focus on areas that are material to our business and stakeholders:

• Protecting and respecting our people
• Delivering value to society
• Operating ethically and responsibly
• Managing our environmental impact
• Addressing climate change

WHAT SOUTH32 OFFERS

• Competitive salaries including Short-Term Incentive Bonus
• Additional employer superannuation contributions which depend on the level of employee contributions you choose.
• Participation in the Employee Share Plan
• Flexible working arrangements and industry leading parental leave and family care policy

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role is a two-year fixed term contract position on 40-hour working week

The publication of the first two IFRS® Sustainability Disclosure Standards [1] is a key milestone in the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB)’s vision – to create a global baseline for investor-focused sustainability reporting that local jurisdictions can build on.

As Principal ISSB Readiness, you will be responsible for managing the implementation of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) standards within South32.

Key responsibilities include:  

• coordinating efforts across South32’s operations and functions to achieve compliance with applicable ISSB reporting requirements by FY25; and
• addressing related governance requirements to ensure that South32 establishes effective structures and processes to support ISSB compliance on an ongoing basis.
• Project planning and management
• Gap analysis and remediation
• Governance and reporting

ABOUT YOU 

You will have experience and demonstrate capability in the following:  

• Technical and applied knowledge in sustainability-related reporting and disclosure issues in a multi-location, diversified company context.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, coordination, and monitoring
• Familiarity with corporate reporting frameworks and disclosure requirements
• Strong governance, risk and controls experience in a large complex organisation.
• Informed on emerging trends and best practices in sustainability
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams to embrace sustainable practices

Qualifications for this position are:  

• Bachelor’s degree (minimum), post graduate level qualifications desirable

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate.  We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. 

The job advert will close on ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­8th January 2024