Onsite Land & Environment Leader

Voyages Tourism Australia; Yulara; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted accommodation

Competitive pay

Resort discounts

On-shift meals

Relocation assistance up to $700

Staff pool access

Gym

Residents Club

Free time to explore Red Centre

Unique experiences

Job summary

Ay ers Rock Resort in Yulara, NT, is seeking a Land and Environment Manager to lead on-site environmental management, land stewardship, waste services and recycling programs while guiding operational teams.

You will oversee compliance, develop sustainability initiatives, and provide expert environmental advice to minimize risk and improve performance. This is a hands-on role in a prime outback location with significant impact on the local environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in environmental management, land management, waste services or a similar operational leadership role.
• A tertiary qualification in Environmental Studies or willingness to obtain relevant qualifications.
• A minimum of four years' experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, compliance requirements and sustainability practices.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to develop, motivate and support diverse teams.
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Current NT Driver's Licence (or ability to obtain).
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Resort's environmental, land management, waste management and recycling programs.
• Oversee landfill and transfer station operations, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, standards and company policies.
• Develop, implement and monitor sustainability initiatives and environmental improvement programs.
• Provide expert environmental advice to Resort Management to minimise risk and improve environmental performance.
• Manage recycling, composting and green waste programs while identifying opportunities to increase diversion from landfill.
• Coordinate environmental compliance activities, site inspections, contractor engagement and reporting requirements.
• Oversee animal management programs, including permits, pest management and wildlife‑related callouts.
• Champion environmental awareness through presentations, stakeholder engagement and participation in environmental initiatives and community events.

Skills

Environmental management

Land management

Waste services

Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Environmental Studies

Job description

Ay ers Rock Resort in Yulara, NT, is seeking a Land and Environment Manager to lead on-site environmental management, land stewardship, waste services and recycling programs while guiding operational teams.

You will oversee compliance, develop sustainability initiatives, and provide expert environmental advice to minimize risk and improve performance. This is a hands-on role in a prime outback location with significant impact on the local environment.