ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Design and manage a sustainability audit

1.1 Use audit tool that reflects criteria of benchmark, nature of risks, relevant information and data types, evaluation of performance and legislative requirements

1.2 Define scope, objectives and benchmarks for audit in consultation with relevant stakeholders

1.3 Document requirements for audit resources, timing, schedule and responsibilities consistent with industry best practice and relevant standards

1.4 Ensure collection strategies are objective and systematic, and that information and data is valid and reliable

1.5 Report outcomes clearly and concisely, including benefits to be achieved by adoption of audit recommendations

2. Monitor energy consumption and emissions

2.1 Analyse requirements of National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting System (NGERS) and other relevant legislation and industry standards in relation to a range of industries and needs of specific organisations

2.2 Identify links with functional areas and environmental management systems to ensure comprehensive information and data collection

2.3 Determine hardware and software required for collecting, collating, analysing and reporting emissions-related information and data

2.4 Factor requirement for an external audit into the monitoring proposal

2.5 Critically evaluate energy consumption and emissions data

2.6 Develop improvement strategies based on review of data

2.7 Use industry best practice as quality benchmark

3. Develop ICT solutions to improve sustainability outcomes

3.1 Research and analyse mitigation and adaptation strategies appropriate for a range of industries

3.2 Benchmark and document performance expectations in consultation with relevant stakeholders

3.3 Develop and document technical specifications including hardware, software, networking, interface and security and hazard management requirements

3.4 Determine timelines, resources and costs for implementation and ongoing monitoring and maintenance

3.5 Analyse impact of ICT solution in relation to performance benchmarks

3.6 Analyse opportunities and develop recommendations to improve sustainability of enterprise products, services and processes

3.7 Present report for client sign-off

Skill

Performance Criteria

Description

Reading

1.1, 2.1, 2.2, 2.5-2.7, 3.3

Identifies, analyses and evaluates complex textual information to inform sustainability solutions

Writing

1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 2.4, 2.6, 3.2, 3.3, 3.6, 3.7

Produces detailed reports and related documentation and develops recommendations using precise language and specialised terminology to convey understanding of outcomes

Oral Communication

1.2, 1.5, 3.2, 3.7

Articulates clearly using specific language suitable to client and stakeholder audiences to convey requirements, and uses listening and questioning techniques to confirm understanding

Numeracy

1.1, 2.5, 3.4

Uses mathematical formulae to plan budgetary requirements and evaluate timelines for solution implementation and ongoing monitoring requirements

Interprets complex energy consumption and emissions data to identify workplace improvements

Navigate the world of work

1.1, 1.3, 2.1

Recognises and responds to both explicit and implicit organisational procedures and protocols and legislative/regulatory requirements

Get the work done

1.1-1.4, 2.2, 2.3

Develops flexible plans for complex, high impact activities with strategic implications involving diverse stakeholders with potentially competing demands

Takes responsibility for defining key aspects of own workload, balancing own needs and priorities with those of the work group

Systematically gathers and analyses all relevant information and evaluates options to make high-impact and informed decisions

Considers strategic and operational potential of digital trends to achieve work goals, enhance work processes, create opportunities and reduce risks