Senior Environmental Advisor – Surat Basin (FIFO 19:9)

Aequalis Consulting Pty; Brisbane, Miles; Remote; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor for its Surat Basin operations. This permanent, site-based role involves working on active gas and civil infrastructure projects, with FIFO 19:9 roster.

You will collaborate with project managers, construction teams and HSE leadership to ensure environmental compliance in the field. You will interpret approvals and obligations, influence operational teams, and assist with environmental reporting and data management.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Experience in civil construction, energy, pipelines or resources.
• Knowledge of Queensland environmental legislation and approvals.
• Experience supporting site-based project delivery.
• Ability to communicate clearly with construction teams.
• Experience preparing environmental reports and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide environmental advice to project and construction teams.
• Monitor compliance with project approvals, environmental legislation and client requirements.
• Develop, review and maintain Construction Environmental Management Plans and supporting documentation.
• Undertake site inspections, audits and compliance monitoring.
• Identify environmental risks and implement controls.
• Support incident investigations and environmental reporting.
• Liaise with clients, regulators, consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver environmental awareness training and toolbox talks.
• Maintain accurate environmental data, registers and records.

Skills

Environmental advisory

Stakeholder communication

Audits & inspections

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Environmental degree

Job description

Aequalis Consulting is seeking a Senior Environmental Advisor for its Surat Basin operations. This permanent, site-based role involves working on active gas and civil infrastructure projects, with FIFO 19:9 roster.

You will collaborate with project managers, construction teams and HSE leadership to ensure environmental compliance in the field. You will interpret approvals and obligations, influence operational teams, and assist with environmental reporting and data management.