Senior Environmental Planning & Compliance Lead

026 Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking an experienced Environmental Planning and Compliance Manager to lead approvals, compliance and strategy across WA and SA operations. You will manage the full lifecycle of environmental and planning approvals and coordinate with internal teams to meet regulatory obligations.

You will provide expert interpretation of regulatory changes, steer environmental risk management, and mentor junior staff while building strong relationships with regulators,

Qualifications

• A degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Engineering or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in environmental planning, compliance or consultancy.
• Proven ability to navigate WA regulations with capacity to support SA as needed.
• Strong background in development approvals, clearing permits and environmental risk management.
• Proficiency in QGIS and spatial data workflows.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to influence across technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage documentation for works approvals, planning approvals and clearing permits.
• Provide expert advice on environmental and planning compliance across WA and SA operations.
• Develop and deliver environmental spatial mapping documents and shapefiles.
• Interpret and communicate changes in regulatory frameworks to internal stakeholders.
• Support project teams with environmental risk assessments, site planning and policy navigation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators, traditional owners, community groups and industry bodies.
• Lead and mentor junior team members and contribute to developing internal environmental capability.
• Support research and community partnerships with environmental organisations and local universities.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Environmental planning

Stakeholder engagement

QGIS

Education

Degree in Environmental Science/Planning/Engineering

Tools

QGIS

Job description

Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking an experienced Environmental Planning and Compliance Manager to lead approvals, compliance and strategy across WA and SA operations. You will manage the full lifecycle of environmental and planning approvals and coordinate with internal teams to meet regulatory obligations.

You will provide expert interpretation of regulatory changes, steer environmental risk management, and mentor junior staff while building strong relationships with regulators,