GreenTech Hub Director at GreenTech Hub

We are seeking a visionary and dynamic Director to lead the GreenTech Hub in its establishment, operation, and mission to integrate green technologies into businesses, government, and communities.

Curtin University is proud to be the operator of the GreenTech Hub, Western Australia’s new multi-million-dollar initiative dedicated to accelerating green technologies and services across the state. The GreenTech Hub, a key initiative of the Cook Government and Chevron-operated Gorgon Joint Venture, is designed to drive decarbonisation efforts and foster sustainable practices across industries in WA. This exciting opportunity will allow you to drive innovation and collaboration, connect stakeholders, and help shape the future of green technologies in WA.

Your new role

As Director, you will work closely with Curtin’s world-class research teams, government departments, industry leaders, startups, and SMEs to develop cutting-edge solutions and scale up green innovations. You will spearhead efforts to reduce carbon emissions, promote sustainability, and develop a thriving GreenTech ecosystem. You will also be part of a world-class academic community that values excellence, integrity, and making a positive impact on society.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the strategic vision for the GreenTech Hub in alignment with its mission to drive green technology development across WA.
Team Leadership: Build and lead a dedicated team to deliver key initiatives and ensure the Hub’s successful operation.
Advocacy: Promote the importance of green technologies in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, emphasising their potential for environmental sustainability and economic growth.
Partnership Building: Cultivate and sustain strategic partnerships with industry sectors such as energy, mining, agriculture, and manufacturing, as well as government agencies, universities, and other key stakeholders.
Innovation Challenges: Co-design and execute innovation challenges that incentivise the adoption of green technologies to reduce emissions across various industries.
Capacity Building: Develop and implement state-wide programs to support start-ups and green technology providers in scaling up and commercialising new solutions.
Events and Knowledge Transfer: Organise workshops, seminars, and networking events that promote collaboration and showcase green technology innovations.
Education and Training: Collaborate with educational and training institutions to support the growth of skills in green technologies across WA.
Investment Attraction: Leverage GreenTech initiatives from the Commonwealth and industry to attract investment for research, development, and commercialisation of green technologies.
Advisory Support: Provide expert advisory support to industry stakeholders and government on green technology solutions and collaborative opportunities.

To learn more about this opportunity and our university please visit the following link: https://tinyurl.com/4ky88srt