Graduate Environment Officer

The Bloomfield Group; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bloomfield Group is seeking a Graduate Environment Officer to join the team at Rix's Creek near Singleton. You will support environmental obligations across operations and develop practical experience in mining environmental management.

Responsibilities include monitoring, compliance, reporting, rehabilitation and maintaining environmental management systems, within a supportive team environment. This entry-level role is ideal for graduates pursuing a long-term career in environmental

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability and Development, or similar
• Some industry exposure to environmental management is preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to developing skills in environmental management and mining

Responsibilities

• Support site operations to meet environmental obligations and promote responsible practices
• Assist in implementing and maintaining environmental management systems and procedures
• Coordinate and support monitoring programs in line with licences and approvals
• Assist with collection, analysis and reporting of environmental data
• Support environmental inspections, audits and incident investigations
• Help prepare statutory and company environmental reports
• Assist in obtaining environmental approvals, permits and management plans
• Support risk and hazard management system development
• Assist planning and monitoring of rehabilitation and mine closure
• Maintain accurate environmental records
• Support regulators, government agencies, contractors and stakeholders
• Contribute to environmental improvement projects

Skills

Environmental monitoring

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

MS Office

Stakeholder comms

Communication

Education

BSc Environmental Science

Environmental Engineering

Job description

GRADUATE ENVIRONMENT OFFICER

Reporting to the Environmental Superintendent, you will support the effective management of environmental obligations across the operation while developing practical experience in environmental management within the mining industry.

This role provides exposure to environmental monitoring, compliance, reporting, approvals, rehabilitation and environmental management systems, offering an excellent opportunity to build technical capability and professional experience in a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support site operations to meet environmental obligations and promote environmentally responsible work practices
• Assist in the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of environmental management systems, standards and procedures
• Coordinate and support environmental monitoring programs in accordance with licences, approvals and statutory requirements
• Assist with the collection, analysis and reporting of environmental monitoring data
• Support environmental compliance activities including inspections, audits, incident investigations and management of non‑compliances
• Assist in the preparation and submission of statutory, regulatory and company environmental reports
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining environmental approvals, permits, licences and management plans
• Support the development and implementation of environmental risk and hazard management systems
• Assist in the planning, implementation and monitoring of rehabilitation and mine closure activities
• Maintain accurate environmental records and documentation
• Support engagement with regulators, government agencies, contractors and other stakeholders
• Contribute to environmental improvement projects and initiatives across the operation

Please note this is a site-based role working Monday to Friday at Rix's Creek near Singleton.

About You

You will be a proactive and safety-focused graduate who is eager to develop technical expertise and build a long-term career in environmental management within the mining industry.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Have

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability and Development, or other relevant environmental disciplines
• Some relevant industry experience or exposure to environmental management
• Demonstrated commitment to developing skills and experience in environmental management and the mining industry
• Sound understanding of environmental legislation and regulatory responsibilities
• Understanding of mining operations and associated environmental risks and impacts
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Well‑developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the business
• Experience with environmental monitoring, compliance reporting or rehabilitation activities will be highly regarded

Working with The Bloomfield Group

The Bloomfield Group is a proud Australian mining and engineering business that has been part of the Hunter Valley community for almost 90 years, employing around 600 local people.

We own and operate two open‑cut coal mines - Rix’s Creek near Singleton and Bloomfield Mine near Maitland - along with Kings Engineering and Biodiesel Industries Australia.

Investing in our people and our community

We invest in our people and our community.

Through the Bloomfield Group Foundation, we support vulnerable young people, medical and health research, and a wide range of programs that enrich Hunter Valley communities.

Our values guide how we work: We Care. We Deliver.

• We respect and care about the safety and wellbeing of our people, our community and the environment.
• We work together with integrity to achieve safety, operational best practice, customer satisfaction and compliance.

This position requires an individual who aligns with these values.