Environmental & Compliance Lead – Forestry Operations

Borg; Oberon Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Borg Group is seeking an on-site Environmental Manager to lead the environmental framework across our forestry operations. You will assess current practices, identify improvement opportunities, implement practical systems and provide leadership in both the field and at a strategic level.

Based in the Bathurst/Orange region with regular site engagement, you will manage regulatory compliance, PEFC certification, GIS data and governance, and help build the environmental function from the ground up

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science or related field.
• Experience developing environmental systems, policies and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of forestry regulations, Codes of Practice, EPBC requirements, and PEFC certification.
• Ability to work independently and drive initiatives from concept through implementation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Willingness to spend time onsite and in the field.

Responsibilities

• Manage forestry document control, compliance records, operational procedures and spatial data across plantation and timber supply operations.
• Lead regulatory, environmental and certification compliance, including permits, licences, PEFC requirements and Codes of Practice.
• Develop and maintain environmental and operational management systems, policies and procedures.
• Oversee GIS mapping, spatial data and compliance reporting systems.
• Coordinate audits, certification activities and field inspections to support operational compliance and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, certification bodies, landowners and key stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Independent/initiative

Regulatory compliance knowledge

GIS systems

Fieldwork

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management or similar

Job description

Borg Group is seeking an on-site Environmental Manager to lead the environmental framework across our forestry operations. You will assess current practices, identify improvement opportunities, implement practical systems and provide leadership in both the field and at a strategic level.

Based in the Bathurst/Orange region with regular site engagement, you will manage regulatory compliance, PEFC certification, GIS data and governance, and help build the environmental function from the ground up