Senior Environmental Advisor - Solar & BESS Project - FIFO

UGL; Mount Isa City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OneRewards program

Discounted Medibank health insurance

AIA Vitality wellness program

16 weeks paid primary parental leave

Salary continuance insurance

Ongoing learning and career developm

The opportunity to build your career

Job summary

UGL is seeking a site-based Environmental Advisor for a major solar and BESS project near Mount Isa. You will provide environmental support across construction activities, ensuring compliance with permits and environmental management plans while working in a live operating environment.

Reporting to the site HSE Manager, you will conduct inspections, maintain plans, engage stakeholders, and help drive continuous improvement. FIFO roster 10 days on, 4 days off, permanent role with strong pipeline.

Qualifications

• Experience as a site-based Environmental Advisor or Environmental Officer on major projects.
• Qualification in Environmental Science or related discipline with knowledge of environmental legislation.
• Experience maintaining environmental management plans and supporting environmental reporting.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability 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 documentation.
• Conduct site inspections, audits and environmental monitoring to identify risks and opportunities.
• Assist with environmental incidents, investigations, corrective actions and compliance reporting.
• Collaborate with project teams to promote environmental awareness and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

FIFO roster

Education

Environmental Science degree

Job description

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

• 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.