Environmental Field Officer

We are looking for an Environmental Field Officer to join usQualifications are not the focus of this ad. Our main task is to find the right person.Why join us?We are a small team so you won’t be just a cog in a wheel (or a brick in the wall if you’re into Pink Floyd).We are making a difference. We are an environmental services company, and we work to help our clients do their work with the least environmental disruption possible. We’re not here to just do a job.We are family friendly. We know a lot of workplaces say that, but we really are. (Ask one of our current team).We are driven by our values - that we have all agreed upon. We even have a “Culture Book” that describes what we believe, the contribution we make, how we work, and the values we follow.We believe in continual skills and personal growth. Everyone is encouraged to keep learning, so further education is a part of the deal.We believe that hard work and a bit of fun belong together.If you have had experience dealing with mining companies, you will edge up towards the top of the queue. A lot of our work is on mine sites so we have to deal with the officialism.The official job title is Environmental Field Officer.In a nutshell, you will be in the field, collecting enviromental samples - surface water and groundwater, potable water, dust, soil, noise etc. Then, you will pack those samples and send them off for analysis. You will also be responsible for recording data about those samples.This list is not exhaustive, but these are the main things you will be doing:

• Conduct field tasks and record field observations in accordance with 4T procedures
• Operate and maintain field testing equipment to Australian and EPA Standards
• Communicate effectively with landholders, site managers, staff and stakeholdersSecure and manage samples in accordance with 4T procedures and standards
• Organise work plans to achieve project goals and timelines in association with the Operations Manager
• Comply with any site specific standards for projectsCarry out maintenance tasks on equipmentMaintain computer records relating to field data
• Check data prepared by other senior staff members
• Support the other field team members in their workLeave work areas tidy after use
• Contribute to the achievement of the company’s mission and goalsContribute to the development of company Policies and Procedures
• Live our company culture

This is what we are looking for in our ideal team member:

• A desire to grow and learn
• Experience in extended outdoor work.
• We work on a lot of mine sites, so experience doing that is favoured.
• WHS Focus - Ability to recognise, manage and follow workplace health and safety directions.
• Fit for work and able to carry 25kg eskies.
• Practical engineering mindset will be very helpful.
• Ability to be mobile, as some projects will require overnight stays of up to a week.
• Computer skills basic Office 365 suite minimum

• Microsoft Operating System
• Dropbox
• iPhones and iPads
• Database software principles
• Unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Drivers Licence (P plates ok).A good sense of humour.

nrmjobs.com.au/job/20021517Date published:11-Apr-2024Closing date:open until filled