Description

Confluence Water, A Ventia, Downer and Jacobs joint venture, is one of three consortia delivering services under Sydney Water’s Partnering for Success program. Confluence Water delivers design, construction, maintenance and facilities management services in Sydney Water’s North region, which stretches from Sydney Harbour to the Hawkesbury River and includes the Hills Shire.

Due to a planned expansion of the capital works phase of the program we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Environment Advisor to join our high performing and progressive Environment and Sustainability Team. Our projects involve a large variety of construction methodologies that transverse many unique and challenging environments including National Parks, Sydney Harbour, heritage sites and areas with sensitive flora and fauna.

The primary role of the Environment and Sustainability Team is to support our construction and maintenance team across the northern region of Sydney by providing advice and technical expertise in all areas of environmental management.

THE ROLE

Day-to-day management of all projects environmental aspects including:

Prepare and implement Construction Environmental Management Plans, sub-plans and other planning documentation to enable successful project delivery.
Act as an integral support function to onsite teams by conducting ongoing risk management processes, hazard identification, performing required environmental inspections and providing expert advice.
Implement and manage consultative processes in the workplace relating to the environmental matters throughout all stages of project delivery.
Educate delivery teams by conducting toolbox meetings and developing, coordinating and delivering training programs.

ABOUT YOU

Relevant Tertiary degree (post graduate qualifications preferred) in the fields of environmental engineering, environmental science, statutory or strategic planning, environmental management, or related discipline.
At least 5 years environmental management experience, with extensive experience in the preparation and implementation of environmental management systems and plans.
Strong experience in the day-to-day management of all on-site environmental aspects including positively engaging with onsite construction teams, site inspections, and any field testing/ monitoring requirements.
A good understanding of relevant State and Commonwealth legislation relating to environmental planning and approvals, environmental licensing and/or site environmental management.
Experience in the water/wastewater industry is advantageous.

WHAT WE OFFER

Suite of benefits including health and wellness initiatives.
Personalised career growth working with an industry leader.
Competitive remuneration with on-going training and support.
Opportunity to work within a secure long-term leading JV project.
Safety focused culture working within in an essential service industry.

You want your work to matter and so do we. With over 26,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific, our team is made up of individuals with unique perspectives, backgrounds, and ideas.

We know that diversity makes us stronger and we actively celebrate it through our commitment to inclusion and belonging. We’re committed to building a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve and we welcome people of all ages, genders, sexual orientations, cultures, abilities, and lived experiences. We especially encourage applications from those whose voices have traditionally been underrepresented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Māori and Pasifika Peoples, veterans, people with disability, and neurodivergent individuals. Even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly with this role, we’d still like to hear from you. If it feels like the right fit, apply - potential counts, and so do you.

As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer, we support flexibility that works for your life, inclusive leadership that values your voice, and equitable access to opportunity so you can do your best work and bring your whole self to it.

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