Environmental Advisor

EDL owns and operates a global portfolio of power stations in Australia, North America, and Europe. EDL plays a key role in the world’s transition from traditional energy sources to decarbonised solutions. Their purpose is to provide better energy solutions for the benefit of our world. With around 600 employees globally, EDL is making a difference in protecting the world’s environment.   EDL has an exceptional safety record and takes pride in their values and contemporary diversity policy.  EDL strives for an inclusive and diverse workforce, acknowledging that people are critical to their success. EDL is committed to a number of national programs and supports many charities and communities that enhance people's lives.
  
It is an exciting time to join EDL’s high-performing Environmental team. They are at the forefront of the energy transition and have a wealth of experience across the project development and delivery lifecycle. We seek to appoint a Brisbane-based Environmental Advisor to support business as usual environmental activities and new projects.
  
Reporting to the Environmental Manager, key deliverables include:

• Supporting the Australian Environmental portfolio, providing environmental direction and advice to key stakeholders, mostly Project Managers, Engineering and Operations teams.
• Participating as a key member of design reviews of new projects.
• Collaborating with the Australian team in the maintenance of the environmental management system and ISO 14001 certification.
• Ensuring environmental plans are up to date and fit for purpose.
• Conducting environmental audits at site.
• Submitting annual returns to regulators in a timely manner.
• Support Operations and Project teams to ensure compliance with environmental permits and company requirements.

To excel in this position you will;

• Hold completed tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering with experience in environmental management as a generalist Environmental Advisor.
• Your environmental audits skills and site inspections will be well honed.
• Your communication style, both verbal and written will be excellent and you will be well-versed in preparing environmental management plans.
• Dealing with technical and legislative requirements, engaging with a broad stakeholder group in easy terms, and being proactive and improving/efficiencies focussed is highly regarded.
• Energy, renewables, or construction industry experience is advantageous.
• Brisbane CBD-based with monthly site travel to operational and construction sites to undertake environmental audits and inspections is required.

To apply please send your latest resume and cover letter in Word doc format. For an initial confidential discussion, please get in touch with Michelle Gray or Sarah Armstrong on +61 7 3519 5810. 
  
Onten is again excited to partner exclusively with EDL. All third-party and unsolicited resumes will be forwarded to Onten for an independent assessment.
Additional information

• Global leader in renewable energy projects
• Brisbane-based hybrid working, supportive team
• Excellent opportunity, world-class projects