Lead sustainability initiatives that protect the environment while delivering exceptional care to our residents!

• Take the lead on sustainability and challenge the status quo
• Purposeful work meets social responsibility in a career that truly matters
• Foster positive relationships in an inclusive and diverse workplace culture

About Ryman Healthcare
At Ryman, we believe the measure of a full life is one that gets richer with age.
Ryman Healthcare is a leader in retirement living and aged care. Our driving purpose is to enhance freedom, connection and well-being for people as we grow older. We own and operate 48 villages in New Zealand and Australia and we employ approximately 7,700 team members across a range of different sectors. Additionally, we are proud to be the first healthcare company to receive the Wellbeing Tick.
Care is at the heart of everything we do and we've created this role to approach the environment with the same level of care that we have for our residents. Environmental sustainability is important to us as it supports our goal of providing exceptional retirement living communities in NZ and Victoria, Australia.
At the heart of our business, everything we do must be 'Good enough for mum and dad.'

What will you do?
We are on the lookout for a Sustainability Manager to join our Christchurch team to lead the way in ensuring a sustainable future for Ryman, and embed sustainable decision making across all areas of our organisation.
In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of Ryman's sustainability framework, enhancing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) outcomes and driving progress towards our sustainability goals.
You will work closely with other key parts of the organisation, and you will play a critical role in helping Ryman meet its sustainability obligations while driving internal engagement and fostering a culture of sustainability. You will inspire teams across the organisation to integrate sustainable practices into their daily operations and decision-making, ensuring that our long-term strategies align with our ESG commitments. Additionally, you will identify opportunities for innovation, influence policy development, and collaborate with stakeholders to position Ryman as a leader in sustainable retirement living.
Other key responsibilities but are not limited to:

• Identify and prioritise sustainability goals based on Ryman's operational needs
• Plan and manage the annual sustainability report and climate related disclosures
• Oversee initiatives across the business that support the company's ESG goals and reduce its environmental footprint
• Monitor and maintain accuracy of the relevant data and environmental metrics
• Keeping up to date with the latest legislation, regulation and reporting obligations, ensuring that Ryman's reporting remains best in class

What's in it for you?
This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your expertise and passion for sustainability to support Ryman's strategic direction. You will gain exposure to a diverse range of stakeholders and be the voice of sustainability, both internally and externally.
In addition, a career at Ryman offers:

• Ongoing support for professional development and career profession opportunities
• Additional wellbeing leave and flexible working arrangements
• Access to over 60 discounts with well-known brands across a variety of sectors including; health and wellbeing, banking, insurance, and retail
• Social club events, furry Friday's (bring your dog to work), free yoga and fitness classes
• Free gym membership for onsite gym
• Convenient Ryman owned onsite café (Pioneers Café) with affordable pricing

Who are you?

• You have a Bachelor's degree in sustainability, science or commerce
• You have a minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role
• You have a clear passion for sustainability and have a proven track record of effectively creating and implementing sustainability frameworks in large organisations; you think outside the box and can deliver change
• You have exceptional communication skills and demonstrate the ability to influence others and positively change mindsets
• You value people and kindness, and are passionate about learning and delivering excellent results
• You strive for excellence and constantly look for ways to exceed expectations; delivering a high-quality service at speed will be second nature
• You believe in the value of strong, positive, trusting teams who work together as one
• You are resilient and can demonstrate composure under pressure.

If you are interested in joining an organisation with a clear purpose and a commitment to innovation, kindness and excellence, we would love to hear from you!
Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur before the official close date. This means the job ad many close before the advertised closed date.

Don't miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary and apply now!