Environment and Heritage Manager

Michael Page; City Of Karratha; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilbara Ports in Western Australia is recruiting an experienced Environment & Heritage Manager to lead the function and oversee a capable team in a dynamic port environment. The role focuses on strategic leadership of environmental and heritage activities and managing regulatory approvals to support ongoing port operations.

Based in Karratha with travel to the Pilbara and Perth, you will partner with executives to shape environmental strategies, manage governance and reporting, and drive

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualifications in Environmental Science or related discipline and significant leadership experience in environmental operations.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and heritage management principles, legislation, standards and best practice.
• Ability to assess environmental and heritage considerations and provide clear recommendations to senior leadership teams.
• Experience preparing management plans, reports and supporting documentation.
• Strong exposure to environmental and heritage approvals in state and federal jurisdictions.
• Confidence in providing and/or interpreting environmental and heritage information to support planning and operational decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the environment and heritage plan to align with Pilbara Ports' strategic goals.
• Accountable for the management of Environment and Heritage statutory approvals to support ongoing infrastructure projects and port operations.
• Provide functional leadership for identification, assessment and management of material and emerging environment and cultural heritage risks.
• Provide practical advice to Executive Leadership and other internal stakeholders on environmental and heritage matters to inform business decisions.
• Maintain contemporary Environment and Heritage governance frameworks, management systems, policies and procedures that support effective management and continual improvement.
• Review proposed activities and identify environmental and heritage considerations early in the planning process.
• Accountable for the maintenance of environmental and heritage monitoring programs and management documentation for consistent application across the organisation.
• Engage with external stakeholders on environmental and heritage matters where required.

Education

Environmental Science

Job description

• Exciting opportunity to take over a highly successful and capable team
• Well-established role with a supportive and experienced leadership group

About Our Client

Pilbara Ports is the world's largest bulk export port authority, encompassing the operating ports of Port Hedland, Dampier, Ashburton, Varanus Island. Their integrated network of ports connects the resources, industries and communities of the Pilbara with global markets. They play a central role in supporting one of Australia's most important trade regions.

Pilbara Ports operate safe, efficient and globally competitive ports, maintain critical infrastructure, support maritime safety and plan for future growth. Through their operations, planning and partnerships, they help create value for customers, communities and the State.

People are the key to their current and future success. Pilbara Ports continues to focus on building a diverse and inclusive workforce, reflecting their commitment to creating an environment where their people are engaged, included, valued and respected. They are a values driven organisation focused on safety, excellence, teamwork, integrity and care. These values shape how they work with customers, government, First Nations peoples, industry partners, communities and each other.

Job Description

Taking over from a long-standing and highly respected incumbent, this role is primarily focused on the operational and strategic leadership of the Environment function, whilst also managing Cultural Heritage activities. With a strong team supporting this role, it would suit a capable senior leader looking to inherit a highly functional and effective team to make their mark as the organisation grows and evolves.

Based in Karratha, this role is a highly visible and hands-on leadership role supporting a highly capable and experienced Environment and Heritage team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the development and implementation of the environment and heritage plan to align with Pilbara Ports' strategic goals.
• Accountable for the management of Environment and Heritage statutory approvals to support ongoing infrastructure projects and port operations.
• Provide functional leadership for the identification, assessment and management of material and emerging environment and cultural heritage risks.
• Provide practical advice to Executive Leadership and other internal stakeholders on environmental and heritage matters to inform business decisions.
• Maintain contemporary Environment and Heritage governance frameworks, management systems, policies and procedures that support effective management and continual improvement.
• Review proposed activities and identify environmental and heritage considerations early in the planning process.
• Accountable for the maintenance of environmental and heritage monitoring programs and management documentation for consistent application across the organisation.
• Engage with external stakeholders on environmental and heritage matters where required.

The Successful Applicant

The Environment and Heritage Manager continues building on strong relationships with stakeholders and must be a respected and trusted advisor to senior management and be responsible for reporting to Executive and Board.

The Successful candidate will have:

• Tertiary Qualifications in Environmental Science or related discipline and significant leadership experience in environmental operations is required.
• Strong knowledge of environmental and heritage management principles, legislation, standards and best practice, and practical application across a critical service and asset-intensive organisation.
• Ability to assess environmental and heritage considerations and provide clear recommendations to senior leadership teams.
• Experience preparing management plans, reports and supporting documentation.
• Strong exposure to environmental and heritage approvals in both state and federal jurisdictions.
• Confidence in providing and/or interpreting environmental and heritage information to support planning and operational decisions.

What's On Offer

This role will provide an opportunity for you to lead the environment and heritage function across the organisation. The role must be based in Karratha. This role will require travel between the Pilbara and Perth.

A competitive salary and superannuation will be offered to the successful candidate. As the role is based in Karratha an additional allowance, relocation package and other regional benefits will apply.

This exciting role is a fantastic opportunity for a highly capable and experienced environmental professional to make their mark in a complex, challenging and rewarding role.