Senior Environmental & Sustainability Advisor-Clean Energy

Gamuda Engineering Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Career progression

Collaborative global team

Job summary

Gamuda Engineering Pty Ltd in Melbourne seeks an experienced Senior Environmental & Sustainability Advisor to drive environmental planning, approvals strategies, and sustainability outcomes across utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage tenders.

You will lead environmental inputs, review frameworks, and embed ISC rating targets while coordinating specialist consultancies during pre-contracts and tender phases. This role offers flexible working in a hybrid Melbourne office.

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Planning, Sustainability, or related discipline.
• 3–6 years’ experience as an Environmental or Sustainability Advisor in major construction, infrastructure, or renewable energy pre-contracts/tendering.
• Exposure to utility-scale solar PV, wind, BESS, or HV transmission projects is highly regarded.
• Strong knowledge of Victorian environmental legislation (EPA Victoria, Environment Effects Act, Planning and Environment Act).
• Proven capability in drafting high-quality tender content and translating technical environmental requirements into clear submission material.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental planning, statutory approvals strategies, and sustainability inputs for tenders and submissions.
• Review tender documentation, EIS/EES frameworks, and statutory conditions to identify environmental risks and value-engineering opportunities.
• Embed sustainability frameworks, including ISC rating tool and carbon reduction targets, into tender designs.
• Write clear, persuasive environmental management plans, risk mitigation strategies, and constructability methodologies for submission schedules.
• Assist in developing EMPs, ERSED strategies, and waste classification protocols for projects.
• Engage and direct environmental and planning consultancies during pre-contracts and tender phases.

Skills

Environmental planning

Tender submissions

Sustainability frameworks

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering or related field

Job description

Gamuda Engineering Pty Ltd in Melbourne seeks an experienced Senior Environmental & Sustainability Advisor to drive environmental planning, approvals strategies, and sustainability outcomes across utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage tenders.

You will lead environmental inputs, review frameworks, and embed ISC rating targets while coordinating specialist consultancies during pre-contracts and tender phases. This role offers flexible working in a hybrid Melbourne office.