Senior Environmental Specialist - Approvals
We are currently seeking a Senior Environmental Specialist who will be responsible for supporting the project and Study teams with relevant environmental approvals. Reporting to the Superintendent Environmental Projects, this position is focused on providing technical environmental support and guidance to project personnel, focusing on directly supporting applicable life extension studies. This role is offered on a 5/2:4/3 roster in Rosebery or Burnie and DIDO from other locations in Tasmania.
Competencies, qualifications and skills:
- Undergraduate or postgraduate tertiary qualifications in Environmental Engineering, Environmental or Earth Sciences.
- Experience in the preparation of environmental approvals documents, government liaison and obtaining regulatory approvals in Tasmania.
- Demonstrable industry experience including mine site operational experience.
- Experience with State and Commonwealth approval processes with a track record of gaining approvals.
- Track record in influencing positive organizational change in a site SHEC role.
- Demonstrated experience directing and managing contractor or consultant activities.
- Scheduling and budget control to enable team prioritization and time management across multiple tasks.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills with a demonstrated ability to contribute and work effectively in a team.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Provide technical Environmental approval support and guidance to the Project/Study teams.
- Provide active support to Environmental Project Superintendent in their environmental obligations and activities.
- Ensure alignment with the MMG Operating Model at all times within the roles' sphere of control and influence.
- Identifying environmental legal requirements and obtaining regulatory environmental approvals.
- Coordinating environmental impact assessments and development of materials to support applications for environmental approvals in state and commonwealth jurisdictions.
- Develop future work plans to support Project Implementation.
- Update and inform the project/study manager of developments that will impact the project schedule, scope, and cost.
- Control expenditure within agreed budgets.
- Monitor and report site compliance with environment-related licenses and regulations.
What we offer:
- A safety-first culture.
- An attractive remuneration including an incentive scheme, accommodation if residing in Rosebery and allowances.
- A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusiveness, and supports our people with the systems, skills and behaviors required to live our values.
- Relocation support where required to the point of hire.
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