Address- Permanent Full Time Opportunity
- Hybrid Work Model (3 days office & 2 days home)
- Base Yourself in Sydney or Brisbane
About RES
RES is the world's largest independent renewable energy company with over a 23GW portfolio and the expertise to develop, engineer, construct, finance, and operate projects around the globe and is active in a range of energy technologies including onshore and offshore wind, solar, energy storage and transmission and distribution. RES is also responsible for the operational asset management of over 12GW on behalf of Clients.
We are driven by our vision to create a future where everyone has access to affordable zero carbon energy. We are proud of the 21 million tonnes of carbon offset each year by our global portfolio of renewable energy projects and we are proud of the people that developed and built them.
About the Role:
We are seeking a Environmental Advisor who who enjoys a wide range of responsibilities, has experience in relevant environmental and / or planning disciplines, has a passion for renewable energy and is willing to grow within the role with guidance and mentoring provided working across our Development and Support Services businesses, you will work within our dedicated environmental team with like minded individuals.
The role also involves opportunities for communication and consultation with environmental and planning stakeholders, and Traditional Owner groups. in collaboration with our Partnerships Manager.
This role will include both office based and site based elements, including expectations for site visits to projects under construction or in operation.
Key Responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Assist the Environment Manager and Development Project Managers with the development and review of environmental documentation, including environmental design, planning applications and management plans.
- Assist in the identification of environmental constraints and the identification of matters and areas requiring greater environmental and cultural heritage sensitivity and focus.
- Assist in the management of state and commonwealth approvals process, including in the identification of and development of supporting scopes for specialist external consultants.
- Assist with the development and rollout of Sustainability Reporting services for Support Services clients.
- Assist with managing compliance obligations, including the engagement of specialist consultants and the development of supporting scopes of work.
- Assist with the onsite supervision of environmental and heritage surveys and studies including environmental, cultural heritage and geotechnical surveys.
- Assist with incident response processes, including incident investigation and reporting.
- Attend Project Meetings on a regular basis and attend community information sessions for projects.
- Assist in providing regular 'good news stories' for the business.
Skills & Experience:
- Knowledge of issues and drivers for renewable energy development in Australia.
- Knowledge of the EPBC Act 1999 Referral Process along with the various state government acts and processes relating to biodiversity impact approvals.
- Up to date knowledge of the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.
- Attention to detail and a self-starter to effectively manage and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders. An ability to identify key priorities.
- Working knowledge of Queensland and or New South Wales Planning processes.
- Formal education in Environmental Science or a related discipline, or equivalent experience in this field.
- Familiar with mapping software - Google Earth at a minimum.
- Ability and willingness to travel regionally as the role demands.
What we offer
At RES you can expect to join a warm and welcoming team in a business that wants you to succeed. Employee satisfaction is of paramount importance, and we show this through a wide range of benefits including:
- We are also dedicated to the personal and professional development of our employees via training and development opportunities and sponsored education.
Culture of Care for our People, Our Planet, and Our Product
In joining RES, you chose to become part of an organisation built on a long history of operational excellence and care. We have always cared about our employee's safety, wellbeing, and personal growth. We truly value and respect the individual contributions of our people and believe that diversity provides an important range of perspectives. A fair and inclusive culture makes us stronger. Our culture of care and inclusion extends to the environment and to external communities, stakeholders, clients, suppliers, and the carbon footprint we leave.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, relation, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, or disability status.RES is a LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer and Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace.
RES Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the areas that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present.
Recruiting Process
This role will be advertised for 1 week internally for internal applicants and referrals. The role will be advertised externally if no suitable candidates are sourced.
Applications Closing Date: Applications are closing after 3 weeks
