Environmental Advisor

UGL; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Opportunities across sectors

Industry benefits and health program

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

UGL is seeking an Environmental Advisor for the HumeLink West Project in regional NSW. The role is site-based with a 10:4 FIFO roster, requiring strong knowledge of environmental regulations and sustainability practices for civil construction. You will guide compliance, review design deliverables, and support the environment and commercial teams.

Minimum 3 years in relevant roles and a tertiary qualification in Environmental Science are essential. White Card and pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant environmental experience in civil construction.
• Strong understanding of NSW environmental legislation and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on environmental regulations and sustainability practices for the project.
• Assess potential environmental impacts and develop compliance strategies.
• Audit and implement the Construction Environmental Management Plan and related documents.
• Deliver training and support to frontline leaders on environmental requirements.
• Review Environmental Design Deliverables with the design team and work packages.
• Support sub-contractor scope developments and pre-qualifications with the environment team.

Skills

Time management

Environmental compliance

Regulatory interpretation

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelors in Environmental Science

Job description

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage transmission project.

HumeLink West Project

Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage transmission project. HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project which will connect Wagga Wagga, Maragle and Bannaby in regional NSW that will significantly increase the capacity of the electricity network in Australia’s eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.

The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning 130kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.

Please note this role will be site based requiring FIFO on a 10:4 Roster, where additional allowances will apply.

What will a day in this role look like:

The Environmental Advisor is responsible for providing guidance and expertise on environmental regulations and sustainability practices for projects and engineering-related companies. They assess potential environmental impacts, develop strategies for compliance, and offer recommendations to minimise environmental harm on projects.

• Identifying and implementing where appropriate initiatives that identify the Project as a leader in Environmental practices.
• Auditing, amending and implementation of the Construction Environmental Management Plan
• Providing sound and timely technical advice, training and assistance to the project Supporting the Environment Manager in developing, implementing and delivering training packages for direct reports and Front-Line leaders
• Supporting the Environment Manager and design team in reviewing the Environmental Design Deliverables for the Work Packages
• Supporting the Environment Manager and the Commercial Team in sub-contractor scope developments and pre-qualifications
• Maintaining a positive and outcome driven relationship with key project team members such as the Client representatives and senior project management and supervision teams

What are we looking for you to bring to the team:

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or related discipline
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in relevant environmental roles in the Civil Construction industry
• Sound understanding of NSW Environmental Legislation with proven ability to review and interpret relevant legislation, standards and codes of practice and contractual requirements
• Demonstrated ability in developing and interpreting project related documents, preparing reports and monitoring compliance documentation
• Good personal time management skills with an ability to effectively prioritise and manage assigned workload

The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.

Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.

Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

Benefits

• A rewarding career where we support your development, training and promote from within.
• Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career.
• Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal and company-funded salary continuance insurance.
• Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation.