Environmental Lead for Major Infrastructure

Laing O'Rourke group; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking an Environmental Manager to join the AUKUS team in Osborne, SA. You will lead the environmental management plan, provide direction to project teams and coordinate approvals across all phases of delivery.

The role requires a 7+ year track record in major infrastructure enviro approvals, strong regulatory relationship skills, and Australian citizenship with NV1-level clearance potential.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Environment related studies (BEnvSc, BEnvMan, BSc, BEnvEng or equivalent degree).
• At least 7 years prior experience managing environmental approvals for major infrastructure.
• Significant experience dealing with environmental and industry-based governing bodies.
• Australian citizenship and ability to obtain Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Project Environmental Management Plan, ensuring compliance with project, regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Provide environmental leadership, guidance and technical support to project teams, contractors and suppliers to drive exceptional environmental performance.
• Manage and develop the project environmental team through coaching, mentoring, performance management and capability development.
• Coordinate environmental approvals, assessments, surveys and compliance activities across all phases of project delivery.
• Review and oversee environmental documentation, management plans, method statements and contractor submissions to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.
• Conduct environmental inspections, audits and assurance activities, identifying issues and driving corrective actions and continuous improvement.
• Lead environmental incident response, investigations and reporting, ensuring timely resolution and implementation of preventative measures.

Skills

Environmental leadership

Regulatory liaison

Security clearance (NV1)

Education

Environment-related degree (BEnvSc/BEnvMan/BSc/BEnvEng)

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking an Environmental Manager to join the AUKUS team in Osborne, SA. You will lead the environmental management plan, provide direction to project teams and coordinate approvals across all phases of delivery.

The role requires a 7+ year track record in major infrastructure enviro approvals, strong regulatory relationship skills, and Australian citizenship with NV1-level clearance potential.