AddressACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 55,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
The Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant will guarantee Perth’s future water needs for generations to come.
To reduce our dependence on rainfall and groundwater and support the growing population, Water Corporation has formed the Alkimos SeaWater Alliance, which includes ACCIONA Construction Australia.
The Alliance will design, construct, operate and maintain the Plant which will produce 50 billion litres of drinking water per year, with provision to expand by an additional 50 billion litres per year in the future. Having already constructed 89 desalination plants worldwide, ACCIONA is a pioneer and the global leader in the sustainable desalination sector.
Construction of the Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant will commence over the coming months and the project is expected to be completed in 2029. We are putting out this Expression of Interest to suitably experienced Environmental and Sustainability Advisors who would like to register their interest for upcoming opportunities on this landmark project.
Reporting to the Environmental and Sustainability Manager you will be responsible for implementing environment policy, procedures and legislative requirements out on site. Overseeing the progress, execution, and completion of the Project’s ISC Design and As Built rating, while actively advocating for sustainability efforts within the Alliance. This involves fostering innovation, enhancing processes, and facilitating the exchange of knowledge.
Key accountabilities for the position:
- Conduct regular environmental and sustainability inspections and contribute to client and stakeholder inspections and audits
- Conduct environmental monitoring, as required including noise, vibration, water and air quality
- Liaise with stakeholders during site works to monitor contaminated land, ecologists and fauna handlers as required
- Collection and maintenance of environmental reports and monitoring data
- Development and delivery of environmental training, toolboxes and inductions as required
- Identifying, developing, and implementing project sustainability objectives and targets in line with the ISC rating, while implementing controls across the project to ensure ISC sustainability requirements are captured, and collaborating with other functional leads to implement these controls.
- Collect, analyse and manage data associated with emissions, materials, waste and water to prepare sustainability reports
Required Skills and Competencies
- Ideally You will have a degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability or Equivalent
- Experienced in management of potential environmental hazards & risks on site (i.e., noise, water, air, heritage sites, contaminated soil, flora/ fauna).
- Working knowledge of environmental legislation, regulations and best practice
- ISAP accreditation
- Experience in developing an ISC Design and As-Built submission
What we offer
- A market leader in sustainability that really cares about making the world a better place
- Gain experience on an iconic major project in the Perth metro area
- A mobile career pathway with opportunities to work across the country and the globe
Please follow the links provided to register your interest in joining our Alkimos project team. The recruitment process will be commencing in the coming weeks and is expected to continue into the new year. When suitable roles become available one of our internal recruiters will contact you to discuss roles in detail.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023 & 2024 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
