Environmental Advisor - UWF

Squadron Energy

Wellington

Hybrid

AUD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A renewable energy company in New South Wales seeks an experienced Environmental Advisor for a 2-year fixed term role. The position involves ensuring environmental compliance, conducting site inspections, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in environmental advisory roles and strong knowledge of environmental legislation. DIDO/FIFO options are available.

Qualifications

5+ years' experience in site-based environmental advisory roles.
Strong knowledge of NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

Conduct site inspections and audits for environmental performance.
Ensure compliance with approvals and regulations.
Liaise with government and stakeholders for compliance.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Incident response

Document management systems

Analytical skills

Education

Environmental Science or Sustainability

Tools

Microsoft 365

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Squadron Energy is Australia's leading renewable energy company that develops, operates and owns renewable energy assets in Australia.

With proven experience and expertise across the project lifecycle, we work with local communities and our customers to lead the transition to Australia's clean energy future.

Why work with us?

Our goal is to improve the environment for current and future generations by leading Australia's transition to renewable energy. Our people are driven by their passion to make a meaningful difference in the world, to their families and friends, and to themselves.

Though we are united by this common goal, we view the tremendous diversity in our team's cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds as one of our greatest assets. This sense of camaraderie and cross-disciplinary expertise spurs drive and commitment to the growth of our business.

Join Squadron Energy's Uungula Wind Farm project and help shape the future of renewable energy in NSW. We're seeking an experienced Environmental Advisor to provide high-level environmental and sustainability guidance, support project compliance, and drive best-practice environmental management across construction and operations.

Reporting to the Senior Environmental Advisor and working closely with the broader project team, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring environmental compliance, monitoring contractor performance, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.

This is a 2-year fixed term role, ideally suited to someone based in or near Wellington, NSW. DIDO/FIFO options are available for the right candidate. The position may involve travel to other office locations and project sites to collaborate with Squadron Energy (SQE) teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct site inspections, audits, and monitoring to assess and improve environmental performance.
Act as the site-based environmental representative, ensuring compliance with approvals and regulations.
Review and oversee contractor environmental management plans and implementation.
Report on incidents, risks, compliance, and contractor performance to project leadership.
Promote environmental awareness across teams and contractors using SQE's EMS.
Lead incident response and corrective action processes.
Liaise with government agencies and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and positive engagement.
Provide expert advice on environmental approvals, specifications, and contractor obligations.
Maintain accurate documentation in SQE's management systems.
Escalate issues and risks to management promptly.

Conduct site inspections, audits, and monitoring to assess and improve environmental performance.
Act as the site-based environmental representative, ensuring compliance with approvals and regulations.
Review and oversee contractor environmental management plans and implementation.
Report on incidents, risks, compliance, and contractor performance to project leadership.
Promote environmental awareness across teams and contractors using SQE's EMS.
Lead incident response and corrective action processes.
Liaise with government agencies and stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and positive engagement.
Provide expert advice on environmental approvals, specifications, and contractor obligations.
Maintain accurate documentation in SQE's management systems.
Escalate issues and risks to management promptly.

About You

You'll bring:

5+ years' experience in site-based environmental advisory roles within infrastructure or renewables.
Strong knowledge of NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation and approval frameworks.
Proven ability to interpret and apply approval conditions and deliver practical, risk-based advice.
Experience managing complex environmental issues and stakeholder engagement.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
Experience with environmental incident response and compliance reporting.
Familiarity with document management systems and Microsoft 365.
Qualifications or significant experience in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related fields.
A current driver's licence.

To Apply

Squadron Energy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

If you want to make a meaningful difference in this world then we encourage you to take the next steps:

Submit your updated resume outling your relevant experience to date.
Attach a cover letter outlining your motivations behind applying for this role.

Please Note

Appointment to this position will be subject to reference checks, a National Police Check and other applicable background screening if required.

Squadron Energy does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited CVs received will not be considered, and no fees will be paid for such submissions.

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