Senior Environmental Advisor

Karara Mining Limited; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A mining operation in Western Australia is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor to join their Environment and Communities team. This full-time position involves coordinating environmental licenses, implementing EMS, and conducting audits. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Environment or Science, 5–8 years of relevant experience, and knowledge of Australian environmental legislation. The role is crucial for ensuring compliance and improving environmental performance.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in environmental roles within a mining company or consultancy.
• Strong understanding of EP Act 1986 and Mining Act 1978 requirements.
• Current National Police clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain environmental licenses and approvals.
• Implement and improve the Environmental Management System (EMS).
• Conduct desktop compliance audits and site inspections.

Skills

Environmental legislation knowledge

GIS and mapping software

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Degree qualification in Environment, Science or related field

Job description

Company Overview

Karara Mining Limited (KML) is an Ansteel Group company formed as a joint venture with Gindalbie Metals Limited. Ansteel is one of the largest iron ore producers and steel makers in China. Located 200km south‑east of Geraldton, Western Australia, Karara is the largest mining operation and the first major magnetite mine in the Mid‑West. It produces a premium, high‑grade concentrate product for export to steelmakers.

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Advisor to join our Environment and Communities team, based in our Perth office. The Senior Environmental Advisor is accountable for supporting the delivery of environmental approvals, compliance reporting, audits, and other environmental initiatives. They also assist with on‑site environmental activities, including rehabilitation efforts, to ensure Karara meets its environmental obligations while continually improving the Environmental Management System (EMS).

Key Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Environment, Science or a related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of environmental legislation, regulations and compliances, including but not limited to the EP Act 1986 and Mining Act 1978.
• Ideally 5–8 years’ experience in a similar role within a mining company or consultancy.
• Knowledge and work experience in GIS and mapping software, preferably ArcMap (beneficial).
• Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• A current National Police clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain internal/external environmental licences and approvals.
• Implement the Karara EMS and assist in continually improving environmental performance.
• Implement and contribute to the annual environmental workload plan.
• Maintain the integrity of the environmental obligations and risk registers.
• Review environmental data and analyse trends for internal and external reporting.
• Conduct desktop compliance audits and site inspections/audits and identify suitable corrective and preventative actions for implementation.
• Develop environmental approval documents, including but not limited to approval application under EPBC Act 1999 (Commonwealth), Part IV and Part V of the EP Act 1986 (WA) and Mining Act 1978.
• Prepare statutory and other external/internal environmental reports required to ensure compliance of licences and tenements.
• Coordinate and liaise with environmental consultants and contractors, as required.
• Conduct document control reviews of internal environmental documentation to maintain functionality, compliance and contingencies to ensure relevant environmental impacts are effectively managed.
• Provide general environmental advice to Karara employees and contractors.
• Delivery of environmental presentations, meetings or workshops, as required.
• Other tasks reasonably assigned by Manager Environment, Water & Exploration in line with skill set and competency.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

About Karara Mining

Located 200 km south‑east of Geraldton in the Shire of Perenjori, Western Australia, Karara has an expected mine life of 30+ years. The operation includes a large open pit mine, complex ore processing and beneficiation plant and significant infrastructure and logistics networks. Karara owns and operates 80 km of railway between Tilley Junction and the Karara mine site, linking the Karara Export Terminal at the Port of Geraldton, able to handle up to 16 Mtpa of export product from a dedicated berth, with associated rail and train unloading infrastructure.

Diversity Statement

At KML, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, cultures, and experiences to apply, as we believe diversity strengthens our teams and drives innovation.

Contact

To learn more about, please visit www.kararamining.com.au