Environmental Strategy and Compliance Manager (Cooma, Australia)
The Future Generation Joint Venture brings together the combined engineering experience and expertise of WeBuild, Clough and Lane and has been selected to design construct Snowy 2.0. This project is based within the Snowy Mountains in NSW and will deliver one of the largest pumped hydro schemes in the world.
Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.
Purpose of the Role
The Manager of Environmental Strategy and Compliance is responsible for the strategic development of environmental initiatives, regulatory liaison, and client management in relation to environmental compliance. This role involves overseeing environmental approvals, ensuring contract compliance, and collaborating with various teams to promote environmental practices across construction activities.
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in an Environmental Field (Science, Law, Management or Biodiversity)
Experience
10 years in senior environmental roles within the construction industry, preferably major infrastructure projects
Regulatory Exposure – strong regulatory framework, knowledge and understanding of their applications in complex construction environments.
Required Competencies
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legal regulations
Excellent mentoring skills and conflict management ability
Strong leadership qualities
Understanding ISO AS/NZS 14001
Understanding of environmental management techniques and statutory approval processes
Competence in regulatory liaison and consultation
Keen observation skills to monitor the environmental performance of a workplace and identify risks or hazards
Problem solving, interpretation, reasoning and judgement skills with an ability to identify and solve complex problems
Strong initiative and proactive nature
Excellent collaborative skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Well-developed time management skills
High attention to detail
Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Lead the formulation and implementation environmental strategies that align with both the organisational and client requirements.
Identify opportunities for improving environmental practices within the project.
Serve as the primary liaison with key environmental regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Stay informed and ensure broader Environmental team is up to date with changes in legislation, approvals, and other factors that impact on delivery of environmental practices.
Establish and maintain string relationships with client, acting as the primary link between the project and client interfaces.
Ensure the client is kept informed about environmental compliance issues and strategies that affect their conditions of approvals and license to operate.
Monitor and enforce compliance with environment standards within the project.
Ensure the requirements of the contract are met and variations to work are captured to ensure costs are reimbursed as per contract conditions.
Oversee audits and assessments to evaluate compliance and identify areas for improvements.
Work closely with the Environmental Delivery teams to ensure alignment with overarching strategies and client expectations, and that environmental elements are integrated into construction delivery practices.
Collaborate with the Environmental Manager (Delivery) to ensure alignment on compliance and sustainability initiatives across the project.
Develop and present reports on environmental performance, compliance states, and strategi initiatives to the QHSE Director, Senior Leadership and the client.
Maintain comprehensive documentation related to environmental compliance, regulatory interactions and client communications.
As an employee you will be eligible to participate in a number of additional employee benefits. This includes:
Competitive Salary
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave
Qantas Club Membership discounts
Professional Development
These positions are in remote challenging areas with extreme cold temperatures which need to be considered before applying for these roles.
If you meet the above requirements and would like to work on this iconic project, please apply now.
Project Overview: Snowy 2.0 Project Promotional Video - YouTube
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Snowy 2.0 is the next chapter in the Snowy Scheme's history. It is the largest committed renewable energy project in Australia and will provide on-demand energy and large-scale storage for many generations to come. This Iconic Project has and will continue to create its own legacy in Australian history.
Purpose of the Role
The Manager of Environmental Strategy and Compliance is responsible for the strategic development of environmental initiatives, regulatory liaison, and client management in relation to environmental compliance. This role involves overseeing environmental approvals, ensuring contract compliance, and collaborating with various teams to promote environmental practices across construction activities.
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in an Environmental Field (Science, Law, Management or Biodiversity)
Experience
10 years in senior environmental roles within the construction industry, preferably major infrastructure projects
Regulatory Exposure – strong regulatory framework, knowledge and understanding of their applications in complex construction environments.
Required Competencies
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant legal regulations
Excellent mentoring skills and conflict management ability
Strong leadership qualities
Understanding ISO AS/NZS 14001
Understanding of environmental management techniques and statutory approval processes
Competence in regulatory liaison and consultation
Keen observation skills to monitor the environmental performance of a workplace and identify risks or hazards
Problem solving, interpretation, reasoning and judgement skills with an ability to identify and solve complex problems
Strong initiative and proactive nature
Excellent collaborative skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Well-developed time management skills
High attention to detail
Core Accountabilities and Responsibilities
Lead the formulation and implementation environmental strategies that align with both the organisational and client requirements.
Identify opportunities for improving environmental practices within the project.
Serve as the primary liaison with key environmental regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Stay informed and ensure broader Environmental team is up to date with changes in legislation, approvals, and other factors that impact on delivery of environmental practices.
Establish and maintain string relationships with client, acting as the primary link between the project and client interfaces.
Ensure the client is kept informed about environmental compliance issues and strategies that affect their conditions of approvals and license to operate.
Monitor and enforce compliance with environment standards within the project.
Ensure the requirements of the contract are met and variations to work are captured to ensure costs are reimbursed as per contract conditions.
Oversee audits and assessments to evaluate compliance and identify areas for improvements.
Work closely with the Environmental Delivery teams to ensure alignment with overarching strategies and client expectations, and that environmental elements are integrated into construction delivery practices.
Collaborate with the Environmental Manager (Delivery) to ensure alignment on compliance and sustainability initiatives across the project.
Develop and present reports on environmental performance, compliance states, and strategi initiatives to the QHSE Director, Senior Leadership and the client.
Maintain comprehensive documentation related to environmental compliance, regulatory interactions and client communications.
As an employee you will be eligible to participate in a number of additional employee benefits. This includes:
Competitive Salary
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Parental Leave
Qantas Club Membership discounts
Professional Development
These positions are in remote challenging areas with extreme cold temperatures which need to be considered before applying for these roles.
If you meet the above requirements and would like to work on this iconic project, please apply now.
Project Overview: Snowy 2.0 Project Promotional Video - YouTube
Apply Now