Senior Biodiversity & Compliance Lead

Snowy Hydro; Cooma; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Parental leave options

Additional leave

Fitness discounts

Service Award Program

Employee referral plan

Clothing allowance

Job summary

Snowy Hydro is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to lead biodiversity management for its nation-building projects from the Cooma HQ. You will oversee BMP implementation, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to support large-scale energy initiatives.

The role requires experience with Tier One contractors, strong project management, and the ability to interpret complex management plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science (or equivalent).
• BAM Certification desirable.
• Experience with a Tier One Contractor or client and regulators.
• Proven project management experience; ability to manage contractor performance.
• Ability to read and interpret complex management plans and liaise with regulators.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Biodiversity Management Plan implementation and monitor threatened species, weeds and flora.
• Lead timely annual reporting consistent with approvals and regulator input.
• Serve as a key contact for regulators and stakeholders.
• Provide technical leadership and cross-team mentorship; work with contractors to ensure high standards.
• Support delivery of heritage and other management plans; provide ecological, biosecurity and impact assessment support.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sci

BAM Certification

Project management

Regulatory engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Tools

Management plans interpretation

Job description

Snowy Hydro is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to lead biodiversity management for its nation-building projects from the Cooma HQ. You will oversee BMP implementation, ensure regulatory compliance, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to support large-scale energy initiatives.

The role requires experience with Tier One contractors, strong project management, and the ability to interpret complex management plans.