Construction Environmental Manager

Downer; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Nationally significant energy projects

Professional development and career

Employee benefits and wellbeing

Collaborative and inclusive team

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible workplace practices

Contribution to energy transition

Job summary

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking an experienced Construction Environmental Manager to join our Sustainability & Environment team and support the delivery of major transmission infrastructure projects.

This site-based leadership role provides environmental planning, monitoring, reporting and compliance support across complex construction programs, ensuring environmental obligations are met while building strong relationships with regulators, clients and project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading environmental outcomes on large infrastructure projects.
• Proven leadership and team mentoring capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental leadership across major transmission projects
• Deliver proactive environmental advice and technical support to project teams
• Develop and lead a team of high performing professionals
• Implement and maintain Environmental Management Plans and project requirements
• Maintain environmental approvals, licences, permit conditions and CEMP
• Lead environmental audits, inspections and compliance activities
• Coordinate Independent Environmental Representative and Client audits
• Investigate environmental incidents and implement corrective actions
• Review environmental controls within SWMS and work instructions
• Support stakeholder engagement with clients, regulators and environmental authorities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across projects

Skills

Environmental management

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Education

Bachelors in Environmental Science

Job description

Construction Environmental Manager

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking an experienced Construction Environmental Manager to join our Sustainability & Zero Harm team and support the successful delivery of major transmission infrastructure projects.

The opportunity

Downer Energy & Utilities is seeking an experienced Construction Environmental Manager to join our Sustainability & Environment team and support the successful delivery of major transmission infrastructure projects.

Reporting to the Environmental, Planning and Sustainability Director, this site-based leadership role will provide environmental planning, monitoring, reporting and compliance support across complex construction projects. The role is responsible for ensuring environmental obligations are met while fostering strong relationships with regulators, clients and project stakeholders.

This is a highly influential role that combines technical environmental expertise with people leadership, strategic planning and operational delivery in a dynamic project environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing environmental leadership across major transmission projects
• Develop and lead a team of high performing professionals
• Delivering proactive environmental advice and technical support to all project teams
• Implementing and maintaining Environmental Management Plans and associated project requirements
• Maintain and implement environmental approvals, licences, permit conditions and CEMP
• Leading environmental audits, inspections and compliance activities
• Responsible for the coordination of Independent Environmental Representative and Client audits
• Investigating environmental incidents and implementing corrective actions
• Reviewing and approving environmental controls within SWMS and work instructions
• Supporting stakeholder engagement with clients, regulators and environmental authorities
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen environmental performance across projects

What we’re looking for

To be successful in this role, you will bring strong environmental management experience within construction, utilities, infrastructure, energy, resources or related industries.

You will also demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline
• Extensive knowledge of environmental legislation, compliance frameworks and regulatory requirements
• Experience managing environmental outcomes on large scale construction or infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of environmental approvals, permits and licence obligations
• Experience leading audits, investigations and environmental risk assessments
• Proven leadership capability with experience developing and mentoring teams
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively across operational and corporate environments
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities

What we offer

At Downer, we are committed to supporting our people through meaningful work, career development opportunities and a rewarding workplace culture.

Benefits include:

• Competitive remuneration package
• Opportunities to work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Access to employee benefits and wellbeing programs
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment
• Employee Assistance Program support
• Flexible and supportive workplace practices where operationally appropriate
• The opportunity to contribute to Australia's energy transition and sustainable future

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities business delivers integrated services across the electricity, gas, water and telecommunications sectors. We design, build and maintain critical infrastructure that connects communities and supports Australia's transition to a more sustainable energy future.

At Downer, our purpose is to enable communities to thrive. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences and abilities.

We are an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.