Senior Environmental Advisor - Solar & BESS Project - FIFO

UGL; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

OneRewards program

Health insurance

Wellness program

Parental leave

Salary continuance

Career development

Renewable energy portfolio

Job summary

UGL is delivering a major solar farm and BESS project near Mount Isa, requiring an experienced Senior Environmental Advisor to provide field-based environmental management across construction. The role supports compliance with approvals, environmental management plans, and stakeholder engagement on a live operating site.

You will collaborate with project managers, supervisors and subcontractors to promote responsible practices, monitor environmental performance, and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Experience as a site-based Environmental Advisor or Environmental Officer within construction, infrastructure, utilities, energy, resources or other major project environments.
• Qualified in Environmental Science or related discipline with knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience maintaining environmental management plans, conducting site inspections and supporting reporting activities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Willing to work a FIFO roster of 10 days on, 4 days off.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day environmental support across construction activities, ensuring compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain environmental management plans, procedures and associated documentation.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and environmental monitoring to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with environmental incidents, investigations, corrective actions and compliance reporting.
• Work closely with project teams, supervisors and subcontractors to promote environmental awareness and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Environmental compliance

Site-based experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Job description

Senior Environmental Advisor - Solar & BESS Project - FIFO

Major renewable energy project. Greenfield construction. Long-term opportunities with UGL.

Join UGL on a major solar farm and battery energy storage (BESS) project near Mount Isa. Working alongside an existing operational solar farm, you'll support the delivery of a large-scale renewable energy project that combines new construction with the challenges and opportunities of a live operating environment.

As part of UGL's growing portfolio of renewable energy projects, you'll have the opportunity to build your experience on a high-profile project while contributing to Australia's energy transition.

Why this role

• Be part of a major renewable energy project from early works through to completion.
• Gain exposure across both utility-scale solar and BESS construction.
• Work with one of Australia's leading renewable energy contractors.
• Join a supportive site team with experienced HSE and project leaders.
• Secure a permanent role backed by UGL's strong pipeline of energy projects.

About The Role

Reporting to the site HSE Manager, you'll provide environmental support across construction activities, helping the project meet its environmental obligations while promoting responsible work practices on site. This is a hands-on role that combines field-based environmental management with compliance, reporting and stakeholder engagement.

You will work closely with project managers, supervisors and subcontractors to drive positive environmental outcomes while maintaining compliance with project approvals, environmental management plans and relevant legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day environmental support across construction activities, ensuring compliance with project and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain environmental management plans, procedures and associated documentation.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and environmental monitoring to identify risks and improvement opportunities.
• Assist with environmental incidents, investigations, corrective actions and compliance reporting.
• Work closely with project teams, supervisors and subcontractors to promote environmental awareness and drive continuous improvement.

About You

• Experience as a site-based Environmental Advisor or Environmental Officer within construction, infrastructure, utilities, energy, resources or other major project environments.
• A qualification in Environmental Science, or elated discipline, with sound knowledge of environmental legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience maintaining environmental management plans, conducting site inspections and supporting environmental reporting activities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work effectively across project teams and subcontractors.
• A practical, proactive and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to work a FIFO roster of 10 days on, 4 days off.

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time employment.
• Access to UGL's OneRewards program.
• Discounted Medibank health insurance.
• AIA Vitality wellness program.
• 16 weeks paid primary parental leave.
• Salary continuance insurance.
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to build your career across UGL's growing renewable energy portfolio.

About UGL

UGL is a leading provider of end-to-end engineering, construction, maintenance and project management services across the infrastructure, energy, resources and utilities sectors. As part of the CIMIC Group, we offer long-term career opportunities, challenging projects and a supportive team environment where people can thrive.

UGL is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the backgrounds, experiences and perspectives of our people. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, mature-aged workers and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and a pre-employment medical.

Ref: 269368

Primary Location

Australia-QLD-Brisbane CBD & Inner Suburbs

Work Type

Full-time