Job Description:
Mars: Where your Tomorrow Starts Today!
Mars is a family-owned business that has been making products for people and their pets for more than 100 years. We’re behind some of the best loved brands in the world including MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, DOLMIO®, BEN’S ORIGINAL ® MASTERFOODS ® and ROYAL CANIN® ORIJEN® ACANA® we are dedicated to making a positive impact on people and the planet.
Join us in building a sustainable future where people, communities, and the planet can truly thrive.
About the role:
This is an exciting opportunity to drive sustainability transformation across our manufacturing operations.
Reporting to the National HSE Lead we’re looking for a National Sustainability Lead to shape and accelerate our sustainability agenda across Australia. This is an opportunity to lead enterprise-wide change through influence, partnering across manufacturing sites, engineering, operations and global teams to deliver meaningful environmental outcomes.
You will support the development and deployment of our national sustainability roadmap, driving initiatives across energy, water, waste and operational efficiency to support ambitious long-term goals.
While this role does not have direct reports, it offers broad exposure and the opportunity to influence senior leaders, site teams and regional stakeholders to deliver lasting impact.
This role can be based in Melbourne or near one of our Supply sites (Albury/Wodonga, Ballarat, Bathurst Asquith or Wyong), with occasional domestic travel (<20%).
What will be your key responsibilities?
Partner with manufacturing sites to translate global sustainability priorities into practical local roadmaps and delivery plans.
Drive execution of sustainability initiatives across areas including waste, energy and operational improvement.
Build alignment, engagement and momentum across sites to progress priorities and deliver measurable outcomes.
Support projects, business cases and opportunities including sustainability initiatives, funding and continuous improvement activities.
Track progress, share best practice and connect sites with regional and global expertise to accelerate results.
Act as a trusted partner to sites, helping build capability and consistency across different stages of sustainability maturity.
What are we looking for?
This is a unique opportunity to shape a newly created role and help accelerate sustainability outcomes across manufacturing operations. You’ll work closely with sites to turn global ambition into local action, supported by strong regional and global expertise along the way.
Success in this role will come from building relationships, creating momentum and helping teams bring sustainability roadmaps to life. In addition, you’ll bring:
Experience in sustainability, manufacturing, engineering, operations excellence or transformation environments.
Strong project management capability with the ability to move ideas into action.
Demonstrated success influencing stakeholders and driving outcomes without direct authority.
Comfortable working across multiple sites and balancing strategic thinking with execution.
Qualification in Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
Why you’ll love working for Mars:
Purpose: Help craft beloved brands with a legacy of over 100 years of local manufacturing making products that people and pets will love all while helping to build a more sustainable future.
People: A culture that values your contributions, fosters leadership, and recognises the impact you make. Your work truly matters here.
Development: Shape your career with personalised development and real opportunities to grow from day one.
Enjoy a team and business environment that is invested in helping you manage and grow your energy for work and life.
Legacy: Work for a proudly family-owned company with 100+ years of local manufacturing.
Community: Be part of a passionate team of pet lovers!
Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
We know everyone’s needs are different, and we’re committed to making our application process accessible and supportive for all candidates. If you require any adjustments along the way, simply let us know in your application form. We’ll work with you to understand what will help you feel comfortable and supported.
