Senior Advisor - Environment

Origin; City of Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave (20 weeks)

Flexible/hybrid working

LinkedIn Learning and development

Additional leave purchase (4 weeks)

Volunteer leave (Origin Foundation)

Employee discounts (electricity, gas,,

EV subscription options

Job summary

Origin's Integrated Gas team seeks a Senior Advisor - Environment to lead hands-on environmental risk management across field operations. You will partner with operations, contractors and site personnel to embed controls, support regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement in environmental performance.

This role requires a strong EMS and practical field delivery background. Origin offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, development opportunities, and a focus on work-life

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management or related discipline.
• 5–10 years’ experience in environmental management, compliance and risk management.
• Strong field-based experience working with operational teams, contractors and site personnel to implement environmental controls.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation, regulatory frameworks, EMS and CSG-related aspects such as water, rehabilitation, biodiversity, waste, compliance, auditing and emissions monitoring.
• Experience supporting environmental monitoring, reporting, inspections, audits, investigations and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical environmental advice on compliance obligations, regulatory requirements, site-based risks and effective controls.
• Support environmental risk assessments, inspections, audits, assurance activities, incident investigations and corrective actions.
• Develop and improve environmental management plans, risk registers, compliance registers and management system processes.
• Monitor environmental performance, regulatory obligations and reporting requirements to support ongoing compliance.
• Partner with operational teams, contractors and stakeholders to embed environmental controls and sustainable work practices.
• Deliver environmental coaching, training and support for regulatory monitoring, statutory reporting and project/budget coordination.

Skills

Field-based experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

ISO 14001

Lead Auditor

ICAM training

CSG experience

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/NRM

Tools

Environmental management systems

Job description

At Origin, being useful is more than a tagline - it’s how we approach work every day. As a collective, we’re a team that thrives on finding better ways, working together, and owning our impact. From powering homes to delivering award-winning internet and helping to lead Australia’s energy transition. If you’re driven by purpose and excited to be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on the journey.

About the Role

Join Origin’s Integrated Gas team as a Senior Advisor - Environment, where you’ll play a hands‑on role in msanaging environmental risk, supporting compliance and improving environmental performance across field-based operations. Working a 15/13 FIFO roster, you’ll partner with operational teams, construction teams, contractors and site personnel to provide practical environmental advice, embed effective controls and help maintain Origin’s licence to operate.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a dynamic operational environment, navigating complex environmental challenges and delivering practical, site-based solutions that make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

Provide practical environmental advice on compliance obligations, regulatory requirements, site-based risks and effective controls.

Support environmental risk assessments, inspections, audits, assurance activities, incident investigations and corrective actions.

Develop and improve environmental management plans, risk registers, compliance registers and management system processes.

Monitor environmental performance, regulatory obligations and reporting requirements to support ongoing compliance.

Partner with operational teams, contractors and stakeholders to embed environmental controls and sustainable work practices.

Deliver environmental coaching, training and support for regulatory monitoring, statutory reporting and project/budget coordination.

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management or a related discipline.

5–10 years’ experience in environmental management, compliance and risk management, ideally within operational, field-based or high-risk industries.

Strong field-based experience working with operational teams, contractors and site personnel to implement environmental controls.

Knowledge of environmental legislation, regulatory frameworks, environmental management systems and CSG‑related aspects such as water, rehabilitation, biodiversity, waste, compliance, auditing and emissions monitoring.

Experience supporting environmental monitoring, reporting, inspections, audits, investigations and risk assessments.

Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to influence and provide practical advice.

Energy, resources or CSG experience will be highly regarded, along with ISO 14001, Lead Auditor or ICAM training.

20 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers, with flexible return‑to‑work options.

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Learning and development opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.

Purchase up to four additional weeks of annual leave each year.

Paid volunteer leave through the Origin Foundation to support your community.

Employee discounts on electricity, gas and internet, plus access to EV subscription options.

Origin - Where good change happens

At Origin, we’re powered by people who believe in creating change.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, gender equitable workforce, where everyone is welcome, and all applications are evaluated on merit and potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people living with disabilities, culturally diverse people, any stage in life, people with intersex variations and people within LGBTQ+ communities, including trans and gender diverse.

Enjoy a challenging career in an exciting industry where you can grow and explore your potential. If you think you have transferable skills, an appetite to learn and would be a great fit, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s a little about us: https://www.originenergy.com.au/about/careers/

Background checks may be required to determine your suitability for this position as part of the recruitment process and during your employment. These checks may include police checks, AusCheck, medical assessment and/or drug and alcohol testing.

Origin recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia, and we pay our respects to Elders past, present and future.

Origin is Australia’s leading integrated energy company with around 6,000 employees, over 40% of whom are women. Since listing on the ASX in 2000, we’ve grown into one of its top companies by market capitalisation. We're committed to delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while offering dynamic career opportunities. With involvement across the entire energy supply chain, we seek skilled, motivated people and support them with the tools and opportunities to grow and achieve their career goals.

Origin is Australia’s leading integrated energy company with around 6,000 employees, over 40% of whom are women. Since listing on the ASX in 2000, we’ve grown into one of its top companies by market capitalisation. We're committed to delivering reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while offering dynamic career opportunities. With involvement across the entire energy supply chain, we seek skilled, motivated people and support them with the tools and opportunities to grow and achieve their career goals.