Environmental Advisor

Brisbane Airport; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking at terminals

Generous leave types

Employee wellbeing programs

Job summary

Brisbane Airport Corporation is seeking an Environment Advisor for its Commercial Property portfolio. You will provide practical, risk-based environmental advice across development, construction and operation, partnering with Property and Works managers to ensure compliant, sustainable outcomes.

You will support the EMS, review environmental docs, manage inspections and audits, and build strong relationships with regulators and project teams to advance the Airport Environment Strategy.

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental science, engineering, planning or related discipline.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, standards and EMS.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with contaminated land, environmental auditing or construction projects is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, risk-based environmental advice across development, construction and operational projects.
• Review environmental assessments, management plans and project documentation.
• Conduct environmental inspections, audits and compliance monitoring.
• Support development and maintenance of the EMS across the organisation.
• Assist with monitoring, data analysis and performance reporting.

Skills

Environmental legislation

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental management systems

Multi-project work

Education

Environmental science

Engineering

Planning

Job description

As an Environment Advisor within our Environment team, you will work closely with our Property group, supporting the development and delivery of projects across one of Queensland's most diverse and dynamic property portfolios. This is a hands-on role where you will help ensure environmental compliance, manage environmental risk, and influence sustainable outcomes across development, construction and operational activities.

Who we are

Brisbane Airport Corporation is a proud Queensland-based company that manages Brisbane Airport (BNE), an award-winning hub and a key gateway to Australia and the world. Together, we are building an airport that connects people, creates community and supports our economy for generations to come.

We are passionate about what we do, and we are excited to make a positive difference connecting our communities, businesses and people with the world. Our team is committed and driven, and it is because of them that BNE is such a great airport.

About the role

Reporting to the Environment Manager, the Environment Advisor - Commercial Property provides practical, risk-based environmental advice across a broad range of property, infrastructure and development projects. You will partner closely with Property and Works Managers, contractors, tenants and stakeholders to support environmentally responsible outcomes while maintaining compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing environmental advice and support across development and construction projects.
• Reviewing environmental assessments, management plans and supporting project documentation.
• Conducting environmental inspections, audits and compliance monitoring activities.
• Supporting the ongoing development and maintenance of BAC's Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Reviewing contamination, stormwater, erosion and sediment, groundwater, noise and air quality management measures.
• Assisting with environmental monitoring, data analysis and performance reporting.
• Investigating environmental incidents and supporting corrective actions.
• Building strong relationships with project teams, contractors, tenants and regulators.
• Supporting delivery of actions under the Airport Environment Strategy and other environmental initiatives.

About you

You like to be part of a high-performing team and take pride in making a difference through doing great work.

You will have experience in environmental management, compliance, approvals, planning or project delivery, ideally within property, infrastructure, construction, government, transport, utilities or another complex operating environment. Success in this role requires the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships, provide practical advice, balance competing priorities and translate environmental requirements into effective project outcomes.

You will also bring:

• A degree qualification in environmental science, engineering, planning or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, standards and environmental management systems.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to work across multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with contaminated land, environmental auditing or construction projects will be highly regarded.

If you enjoy working with a diverse range of stakeholders and want to play a key role in shaping environmental outcomes across one of Australia's most significant airport precincts, we would love to hear from you.

What we Offer

Our culture is built on communication, collaboration, courage and care, values we live by with our colleagues, stakeholders, partners and the community. We recognise that our most important priority is keeping our people safe and that looking after their wellbeing and development gives them every opportunity to thrive.

We offer a range of benefits including:

• An exciting airport environment fostering opportunities to collaborate with dynamic business groups.
• The opportunity to work closely with our Property team on major development and infrastructure projects.
• Free parking at Domestic and International terminals anywhere, anytime for as long as you need.
• Generous leave types including 15 days personal leave, 3 wellbeing days, cultural and volunteer leave, and an extra leave day at Christmas on us.
• Expansive employee wellbeing initiatives.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our organisation. As such, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We provide equal opportunities for all candidates and are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone.

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to respond to every applicant.