Work.

Want to build a dam and help shape the future of water security in Queensland? Join Sunwater as Environmental Lead, where you’ll play a vital role in Paradise Dam Improvement Project.

You will provide professional support to Sunwater, and Paradise Dam Improvement Project in relation to the development, implementation and management of project environmental plans, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and ensuring sustainable practices are in place throughout the project lifecycle.

This position will start by being predominantly office based in the Alliance Project Team and then will move to a site based rostered position when major construction activities commence in 12 – 18 months

As the Environmental Lead at Sunwater, you will:

Provide environmental support and advice to project, planning and operational groups within the business to enable Projects to be efficiently delivered with due regard to environmental considerations.
Provide advice, develop and implement solutions on management of environmental risks which affect a water supply business and construction projects operating in regional areas, including incident reporting and follow-up.
Ensure measures are in place to provide assurance in relation to Sunwater’s and project compliance with the terms of its environmental approvals, licences or permits.
Ensure that a fit for purpose Environmental Management Plan and System is implemented, maintained and continuously improved in accordance with requirements and undertake related reviews and audits.
Monitor and analyse changes or proposed changes in environmental legislation, regulations and environmental protection policies while promoting awareness on changes and environmental protection policies and strategies.

We are seeking a talented individual with a proven track record in environmental project management. You will hold tertiary qualifications in in a relevant environmental discipline (e.g. environmental science, environmental engineering, sustainability) and have demonstrated experience of working in an environmental management team in a water service provider or construction projects environment. You will also bring:

Environmental expertise: Proven skills within environmental management practices of commercial business organisations in the construction industry, including an understanding of sustainability, environmental legislation, natural resources management and current industry practices and technology
Systems & Assurance nous: Maintenance of ISO-accredited environmental management systems and ability to undertake of audits to provide assurance regarding compliance with standards and environmental approvals and licences
Communication skills: Excellent communication, demonstrating interpersonal and negotiation skills to help foster and develop relationships with internal and external stakeholders

This role offers an array of attractive benefits including:

Base salary starting from $156,360
12.75% superannuation
Access to banked time and TOIL
17.5% leave loading

Water.

Imagine a career where your work truly matters, where you are part of a team that values you and your contributions. At Sunwater, you will bring life’s most essential resource to over 5,000 agriculture, urban and industrial customers, helping to sustain communities and drive water for prosperity across regional Queensland. We share the values of these communities — starting with caring about our people. Engage in fascinating work that is constantly evolving, allowing you to grow and shape a successful career and develop unique skills and experience in an industry brimming with opportunity.

Life.

At Sunwater, we believe our employees are our greatest asset, and we are committed to providing the support, resources and benefits that you need to thrive. That's why we offer a range of attractive benefits designed to help you bring your best every day, including:

My benefits: Access employee benefits and discounts hosted by Reward Gateway
My wellbeing: Prioritise your wellbeing with our comprehensive health and wellness offerings and programs
My time: Enjoy flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase up to 4 additional weeks of leave, ensuring you can tailor your work to fit your lifestyle
My growth: We prioritise your professional growth with career development programs, study assistance, support for professional memberships, and structured early career pathways to help you build a rewarding and successful career

Now is the perfect time to join Sunwater and take advantage of the boundless opportunities for your career today and in the future. We are a diverse team and proud of the unique journeys and stories each of us brings. As we continue to grow, we need more diverse backgrounds and perspectives than ever before. We are committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, please let us know so we can ensure you can fully participate in our recruitment experience, which includes reference verification, psychometric testing, background checks and a pre-employment medical evaluation to ensure the best fit for our team.

Sunwater acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of this country and Traditional Custodians of the land and water we rely on. We respect and value their continued sacred connection to Country, including the diverse, rich traditions, languages and customs that are the longest living in the world. We acknowledge their resilience in the face of significant and ongoing historical, cultural, and political change within Australia. We recognise and value the importance of truth-telling today, and our role to listen and learn.

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