Environmental Project Supervisor

A new name, a bright pathway ahead

Part of Downer Group, our newly formed Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit brings amazing capability to the people of Australia and what matters most to them. We run hospitals, manage client data centres, we take asset management risk, and we are a trusted advisor and partner to our New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces. Arguably no other business within Downer better embodies our purpose; to enable our communities to thrive.

Join us on the journey

We currently have an opportunity for self-motivated, reliable Environmental Projects Supervisor who will have overall responsibility for the delivery of all Environmental Project aspects of the Land Management and Capability services we provide in NQLD. This role will be based in Townsville, QLD.

What you’ll do

The role has a broad remit, with key responsibilities outlined below:

• Development of any tender documentation for Environmental Works, tender, Evaluate and engage as required, including support with preparation and delivery to other sub-Regions as required.
• Ensuring all subsequent works undertaken by staff and Subcontractors/SMEs are in accordance with the Contract and site-specific Environmental Management Plan/s with deliverables.
• Assisting with preparation and implementation of an Environmental Management Plan within the Downer Environmental Management System Framework with reference to the Defence Environmental Management System and Environmental Clearance Certificate System.
• Research and facilitate Ecologically Sustainability Development processes.
• Assist in the implementation of the Downer Environmental Policy and other related initiatives.
• Undertake Environmental management audits as required by the Downer Environmental Management System and Defence.
• Carry out specific Environmental Inductions for all new employees and Subcontractors/SMEs.
• Apply business and financial controls to aspects of environmental service delivery.

What you’ll bring

• Suitability for Defence security clearance (Australian Citizenship Mandatory)
• Tertiary Qualifications in Environmental Science or related fields (Mandatory)
• Demonstrable experience in Environmental Project Management and Delivery (Mandatory)
• Knowledge of, or experience in, the Defence industry (Preferred)
• Knowledge of the relevant Environmental legislation.
• Experience and proven ability in the provision of sound advice to management.
• Demonstrated project, contract and or quality management experience.
• Must hold a current Australian Driver's License.

More than anything, you’ll have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a drive to provide high quality outcomes for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit and our clients.

Why work for us?

Working for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit, means being part of something new and exciting.  With a bright future ahead of us, you find purpose here and have the opportunity to directly impact and contribute positively to our future.  You’ll also find a range of benefits available such as:

• Training and development to support your career.
• Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business
• Affordable healthcare covers, discounted car purchase and rental (with selected brands), and other retail discounts.
• An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more.

This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a highly successful organisation. If you are passionate about what you do and motivated to succeed, then apply now.

Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Accordingly, we encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.