Environmental Advisor

Central Petroleum Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Petroleum Limited, an Australian oil and gas producer, seeks an Environmental Advisor to support compliance across exploration, drilling, and production. You will implement EMPs, coordinate monitoring, and assist with regulatory reporting, ensuring understanding of environmental obligations across Central's Brisbane operations.

The role involves collaboration with operational teams, contractors, and environmental consultants, with travel to field sites and a focus on data accuracy and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related discipline.
• 2–5 years of relevant environmental experience preferred, but not essential.
• Exposure to environmental compliance, monitoring, field inspections, environmental data management, or regulatory reporting.
• Experience in oil and gas, resources, energy, or regulated environments is advantageous.
• Field experience in water quality, groundwater, contaminated land, waste management or ecology is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Maintain environmental compliance registers and records.
• Coordinate routine monitoring activities and track approval conditions.
• Manage reporting deadlines and support environmental audits and investigations.
• Assist with environmental data analysis, emissions reporting, and joint venture reporting requirements.
• Help ensure understanding and implementation of environmental obligations across operations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Analytical

Organisational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Growth mindset

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related discipline

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Central Petroleum Limited (ASX:CTP) is a well-established and emerging Australian ASX-listed oil and gas producer. We have a diverse portfolio of producing and prospective gas tenements across the Northern Territory (NT). We operate the largest onshore oil and gas fields in the NT, producing from proven reserves in the Amadeus Basin (west of Alice Springs), and have exploration opportunities in two of Australia’s proven energy provinces – Victoria’s Otway Basin and the Cooper Basin in South Australia. As an Australian oil and gas company listed on the ASX, we provide energy security and reliable gas supply to power stations, mine sites, energy wholesalers and retailers in central and northern Australia.

About the role

Reporting to the Risk and HSE Manager, the Environmental Advisor supports Central's environmental compliance and performance across exploration, drilling, and production activities. The role assists with the implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), environmental monitoring, site inspections, regulatory reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Collaborating closely with operational teams, drilling and exploration personnel, contractors and environmental consultants, the Environmental Advisor will help ensure environmental requirements are understood and implemented across Central's operations. Key responsibilities include maintaining environmental compliance registers and records, coordinating routine monitoring activities, tracking approval conditions, and reporting deadlines, and supporting environmental audits, incident investigations, and corrective actions.

The role will also contribute to environmental data analysis, emissions reporting, and internal and joint venture reporting requirements. The successful candidate will take a proactive and practical approach to environmental management, helping operational personnel understand their environmental obligations and supporting the consistent implementation of company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Who this role might suit

This role would suit an environmental science graduate or an early-career environmental professional looking to develop their experience within the oil and gas industry. You will be someone who enjoys combining technical and administrative work with practical field activities, and who is keen to build their knowledge of environmental compliance and management in an operational environment.

You will collaborate with a range of stakeholders across Central's Brisbane office and remote operational sites, supporting environmental monitoring programs, maintaining accurate records, and helping deliver environmental compliance and reporting requirements. A willingness to travel to operational sites, participate in fieldwork and learn from experienced colleagues will be important to your success.

This opportunity would appeal to someone who is organised, detail-oriented and eager to take ownership of their work, while recognising when to seek guidance on complex technical or regulatory matters. It offers the opportunity to build a broad foundation in environmental management and contribute to the responsible operation of Central's exploration, drilling, and production activities.

What you will need to be successful in this role

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related discipline.

2-5 years of relevant environmental experience preferred, but not essential.

Exposure to environmental compliance, monitoring, field inspections, environmental data management, or regulatory reporting.

Experience within the oil and gas, resources, energy, or another regulated operational environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Field experience in water quality, groundwater, contaminated land, waste management or ecological is highly regarded.

Familiarity with environmental management plans, approval conditions and environmental compliance requirements would be advantageous.

Skills & Attributes

Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, accurate reports and maintain high-quality technical records.

Strong attention to detail and an analytical approach to environmental data, reporting, and compliance documentation.

A proactive and transparent approach to work, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and a willingness to learn.

Effective organisational and time management skills, with the ability to coordinate fieldwork, prioritise competing tasks and meet reporting deadlines.

Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and external consultants.

A developing understanding of Northern Territory and Commonwealth environmental requirements relevant to Central's operations.

Sound judgement and the confidence to identify potential environmental issues, upscale concerns, and seek guidance on unfamiliar or complex matters.

Computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word.

Willingness to travel to operational sites approximately one week in every 12 weeks and participate in field activities as required.

A growth mindset and commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

What We Offer

As reward for your contribution, Central Petroleum offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your skills and experience, together with ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your long-term career growth.

You will join a collaborative team where safety, integrity and operational excellence are valued, and you will have the support, guidance and opportunities needed to develop your environmental expertise and make a meaningful contribution to the responsible management of Central's operations.