Environmental and Sustainability Advisor

ELMO People & Payroll • Full-time • Sydney • 2d ago

Introduction

About the business

EIRE Constructions was founded by Kelliher family patriarch Tom Kelliher, in the late1970's. EIRE has blazed a trail in innovative civil infrastructure solutions – and specialises in water treatment, water network infrastructure and transport infrastructure including roads, bridges, wastewater systems and more, drawing on our breadth and depth of experience to deliver complex projects. As regional civil infrastructure specialists, we strive to be a part of the communities in which we operate. Driven by our Purpose of building the communities we want to live in, we are connected and inspired by our Values.

Description

The Environment & Sustainability Advisor is responsible for supporting Eire Constructions in delivering environmentally responsible and sustainable civil construction projects. The role ensures compliance with environmental legislation, project approval conditions, and client requirements, while embedding practical and commercially sound sustainability initiatives across the business.

This position plays a key role in strengthening environmental governance, improving site-based environmental performance, and supporting Eire's commitment to responsible construction practices.

Skills And Experiences

About the Role

Reporting to the SHEQ Manager, the Environment & Sustainability Advisor will:

Provide practical environmental support to project teams
Ensure compliance with NSW environmental legislation and EPA requirements
Implement and monitor Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs and sub-plans)
Conduct site inspections, audits and compliance reviews
Support environmental incident investigations and corrective actions
Deliver toolbox talks and environmental training
Assist with sustainability reporting including waste, resource use and carbon initiatives
Contribute to continuous improvement of our Environmental Management System

This is a highly collaborative role working closely with Project Managers, Supervisors and senior leadership.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability or similar
Minimum 3 years’ experience within civil construction or infrastructure
Strong knowledge of NSW environmental legislation and approval conditions
Experience implementing Environmental Management Plans on live construction sites
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
A practical, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail

Experience with ISO 14001 and TfNSW project requirements will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

Experience a supportive work environment, created from our owners values
Flexible work environment backed by policy
Investment in your professional development and future career pathways - $1600 per person
C-5 wellbeing and performance program
Access to novated leasing
Opportunity to access our range on incentives: living away from home, travel and relocation.
Access to our Leadership Development program