This established infrastructure organisation operates a network of regional sites across Queensland and is undergoing a period of transformation under new ownership. An opportunity exists for an experienced Environment Manager to step into an initial short-term contract, providing leadership across environmental planning, compliance, and regulatory activities within a complex operating environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Lead environmental planning, approvals, and compliance activities across multiple sites, ensuring alignment with master plans and development projects;

• Oversee PFAS management programs, liaising with regulators and technical specialists to support ongoing investigations and mitigation strategies;

• Interpret environmental legislation and conduct compliance gap analyses, ensuring adherence to Commonwealth and state regulatory frameworks;

• Lead the coordination of ecological, vegetation, and cultural heritage assessments and surveys to support current and future infrastructure developments;

• Manage external contractors and consultants, ensuring deliverables are met, risks are identified early, and works are completed to standard; and

• Prepare, review, and submit detailed regulatory reports, maintaining strong relationships with government and key stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate

You are a confident and pragmatic environmental professional who thrives in complex, regulated environments. You bring a hands-on approach, strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly step into a leadership role, providing stability, guidance, and technical expertise from day one.

• Strong background in environmental planning, ecology, or environmental management within a regulated environment;

• Sound knowledge of the EPBC Act and relevant Commonwealth and state environmental legislation;

• Proven ability to interpret complex legislation and apply it in a practical, operational context;

• Demonstrated experience engaging and influencing a broad range of internal and external stakeholders; and

• Experience leading or mentoring team members, with the ability to provide clear direction and oversight.

How to Apply
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Danielle Van Velthuizen at u&u on 07 3232 9125 or Denby Bain on 07 3232 9174 quoting reference number 44652.
 
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