Environmental Compliance Manager

Plantation Pine Products; Oberon Council; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Plantation Pine Products, part of the Borg Group, seeks an hands-on Environmental Manager to lead the environmental framework across forestry operations in Australia. You’ll assess practices, identify improvements, implement systems and provide environmental leadership in the field and at a strategic level.

The role suits an Environmental Scientist who balances strategy with execution and delivers measurable environmental outcomes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Management or related field.
• Knowledge of forestry regulations, EPBC, and PEFC.
• Experience developing environmental systems, policies and governance.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance.
• Willingness to spend time on site and in the field; independent initiative.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental management across plantation operations.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and certification requirements.
• Develop and implement environmental governance frameworks.
• Manage GIS mapping, spatial data and reporting.
• Coordinate audits and site inspections for compliance.
• Build relationships with regulators, landowners and stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Independent work

Fieldwork

Communication skills

GIS familiarity

Education

Degree in Environmental Science/Management

Tools

GIS software

Job description

Build a sustainable future with Plantation Pine Products. As part of the Borg Group, we manage the full forestry lifecycle, from plantation management and harvesting through to supply into Australian manufacturing operations.

We’re seeking a hands‑on Environmental Manager to lead and strengthen our environmental framework across forestry operations. You’ll assess current practices, identify improvement opportunities, implement practical systems, and provide environmental leadership both in the field and at a strategic level.

This role suits an Environmental Scientist who enjoys balancing strategy with execution and delivering real environmental outcomes.

The role

You will take ownership of environmental management across the business, including plantation forestry operations, regulatory compliance, certification requirements and environmental governance.

Key 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.

About you

Essential

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management or similar.
• Knowledge of forestry regulations, Codes of Practice, EPBC requirements, and PEFC certification.
• Experience developing environmental systems, policies and governance frameworks.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and compliance requirements.
• 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.

Highly regarded

• Forestry, plantation, agriculture or natural resource industry experience.
• Hands‑on experience with GIS systems and spatial data management.
• Experience establishing environmental functions in a growing organisation.
• Audit, certification or environmental compliance experience.
• Knowledge of carbon, biodiversity or sustainability reporting frameworks.

Why join Plantation Pine Products?

• Build an environmental function from the ground up.
• Influence environmental strategy and governance.
• Work across forestry, plantation and operational activities.
• Diverse role combining science, compliance and fieldwork.
• Join a growing Australian‑owned business committed to sustainability.
• Be based in the Bathurst/Orange region with regular site engagement.

Ready to make an impact?

If you’re an experienced environmental professional looking for a hands‑on role where you can shape environmental systems, compliance and sustainability across forestry operations, we’d like to hear from you.