Senior Environmental Advisor - 2-year Tenure

Ravenswood Gold Pty Ltd; Ravenswood; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8/6 DIDO roster

On-site accommodation

Meals provided

Job summary

Ravenswood Gold Pty Ltd seeks a Senior Environmental Advisor to lead environmental performance at Queensland's largest gold mine. You will drive compliance, monitor programs across air, water and soils, and mentor others within the Environmental, Approvals and Community team on a 2-year tenure.

You will coordinate reporting, lead improvement initiatives, manage consultants, and support a safe, sustainable operation near Ravenswood. Relocation may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in a mining environmental role.
• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of environmental monitoring programs and compliance obligations.
• Experience coordinating internal and external environmental reporting.
• Demonstrated data analysis, problem-solving and investigation skills.
• Experience managing environmental consultants and contractors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency with MS Office, environmental databases and GIS.
• Current Queensland manual driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate safety, environmental stewardship, and compliance with site standards.
• Coordinate monitoring programs for air, water, soils, and wastewater.
• Interpret monitoring data and ensure compliance with approvals.
• Develop and improve Environmental Management System procedures and work instructions.
• Coordinate statutory and corporate environmental reporting (NGERS, NPI, DES waste).
• Lead incident investigations, reporting, and corrective actions.
• Provide technical environmental advice to operations.
• Deliver environmental improvement projects and initiatives.
• Manage environmental consultants and contractors to ensure quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with the broader team to meet business objectives.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental monitoring

Contractor management

MS Office

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Management

Tools

MS Office

GIS software

Environmental databases

Job description

Lead environmental performance and compliance at Queensland's largest gold mine while contributing to a range of impactful projects and long-term sustainability outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Environmental Advisor to join our Environmental, Approvals and Community team on a 2-year tenure, with the possibility of extension. Reporting to the Environment Superintendent, you'll play a key role in maintaining environmental compliance, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and supporting the delivery of environmental programs across a large-scale mining operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional who enjoys balancing field-based activities, regulatory compliance, project work, stakeholder engagement, and mentoring others while making a tangible impact on environmental outcomes.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and compliance with site standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate environmental monitoring and sampling programs, including air quality, surface water, groundwater, soils, sediments, potable water, and wastewater.
• Assess and interpret monitoring results, identifying trends and ensuring compliance with legislative and approval conditions.
• Support the ongoing development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the site's Environmental Management System, procedures, and work instructions.
• Coordinate and prepare statutory and corporate environmental reporting, including NGERS, NPI, DES waste reporting, permit returns, and internal reporting requirements.
• Lead environmental incident investigations, reporting, corrective actions, and follow-up activities.
• Provide technical environmental advice and support to operational departments across site.
• Coordinate and deliver environmental improvement projects and initiatives.
• Manage environmental consultants and contractors, ensuring quality outcomes and compliance with project requirements.
• Collaborate with the wider Environment, Approvals and Community team to deliver business objectives and drive continuous improvement.

About you:

• Minimum 4 years' experience in a mining environmental role, preferably within the metalliferous mining sector.
• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or a related discipline.
• Sound understanding of environmental monitoring programs, compliance obligations, and environmental management systems.
• Experience coordinating internal and external environmental reporting requirements.
• Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and investigation skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing environmental consultants and contractors.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications, environmental databases, and GIS software.
• Current Queensland manual driver's licence.
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Must reside within the Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers region, or surrounding areas (within 200km of Ravenswood), or be willing to relocate.

Highly Regarded

• Experience working within the Queensland environmental regulatory framework.
• Strong QGIS skills and experience.
• AUSRIVAS accreditation.
• 4WD driving experience.

Nestled 120kms south of Townsville, in the vibrant landscapes of north-east Queensland, Ravenswood Gold Mine stands as a testament to both a rich legacy and the forefront of innovation. Ravenswood Gold is a private Australian company jointly owned by EMR Capital (EMR) and Golden Energy and Resources Limited (GEAR).

Why Ravenswood Gold:

• Work at Queensland's largest gold mine and contribute to a long-life operation with a strong future and ongoing investment.
• Join a high-performing Environmental, Approvals and Community team known for its collaborative culture and technical expertise.
• Lead a diverse range of environmental monitoring, compliance, and improvement projects that make a real impact.
• Enjoy a lifestyle-friendly 8/6 DIDO roster.
• On-site accommodation and meals provided while on roster.
• Opportunity to grow your professional capability and be part of a business committed to responsible mining and environmental excellence.

All preferred candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Nationally Coordinated Police Check, medical assessments, reference checks, and verification of qualifications.

Ravenswood Gold acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country on which we walk, live and work. We recognise their long history on the lands upon which our operations exist today and the care they gave to these lands for thousands of years. We pay our respect to their cultures and Elders past, present and future, and recognise their continuing connection to land, air and sea.

Ravenswood Gold specifically acknowledges the Birriah People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Mine operates, the Bindal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Townsville office and warehouse are located and the Yuggera and Turrbal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold head office is located in Brisbane.