Environmental Advisor - Cardwell

Hall Contracting; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible DIDO roster

Relocation opportunities

Job summary

Hall Contracting is preparing to mobilise a major marine infrastructure project in Cardwell, North Queensland. As Environmental Advisor, you will help ensure environmental compliance across marine and civil works while working with the project team to maintain high standards.

This DIDO opportunity invites applicants based in Townsville, Cairns and surrounds, with relocation support and a pathway to long-term involvement in a technically complex program.

Qualifications

• Australian working rights; sponsorship not offered.
• Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering degree required.
• Experience as Environmental Advisor in civil, infrastructure, marine, resources, or construction environments.
• Understanding of environmental legislation and compliance frameworks.
• Mining, civil, or marine environment experience is highly regarded.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Well-developed reporting, planning and organisational skills.
• Proactive, practical approach engaging operational teams on environmental matters.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental management plan implementation and monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with environmental approvals, permits and regulations.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and environmental monitoring.
• Advise site teams on environmental risks and controls.
• Assist with environmental reporting and documentation.
• Support incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Promote environmental awareness and best practices across the project.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Reporting

Planning

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Education

Environmental Science degree

Environmental Engineering degree

Job description

About the Company

Hall Contracting is one of Australia's most respected marine and dredging contractors, delivering complex infrastructure projects across the coastal, resources, transport, and government sectors.

With specialist capabilities in dredging, land reclamation, coastal resilience, rock revetments, seawalls, port infrastructure and marine construction, Hall has built a reputation for successfully delivering challenging projects in remote and environmentally sensitive locations throughout Australia and the Pacific.

The Opportunity

Hall Contracting is preparing to deliver a significant marine infrastructure revitalisation project in Cardwell, representing a major investment in North Queensland's marine infrastructure. Scheduled to mobilise in early 2027, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-profile project with lasting regional significance.

As an Environmental Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting the successful delivery of the project, ensuring environmental compliance across marine and civil construction activities while working closely with the project team to maintain Hall Contracting's high environmental standards.

This is a DIDO opportunity, with candidates based in Townsville, Cairns and surrounding areas strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the implementation and monitoring of environmental management plans.
• Ensuring compliance with environmental approvals, permits, and regulations.
• Conducting site inspections, audits, and environmental monitoring.
• Advising site teams on environmental risks and controls.
• Assisting with environmental reporting and documentation.
• Supporting incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Promoting environmental awareness and best practices across the project.

About You

• Australian working rights (no sponsorships offered).
• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience in an Environmental Advisor or similar role within civil, infrastructure, marine, resources, or construction environments.
• Sound understanding of environmental legislation, approvals, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience in mining, civil, or marine environments (highly regarded).
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Well-developed reporting, planning, and organisational skills.
• A proactive, practical approach with the confidence to engage operational teams on environmental matters.

The Benefits

• Full-time position with a leading marine and civil contractor.
• Flexible DIDO roster and relocation opportunities.
• Contribute to projects that protect the environment, boost the local economy, and improve community outcomes.
• Opportunity to work on a technically complex and environmentallysignificant projects.
• Long-term project pipeline offering career development and stability.
• Collaborative team environment with experienced industry leaders and technical specialists.