AddressHealth Safety Environment & Community Department
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Ref. No. 42326
Why consider working with us at Glencore?
Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 60 commodities. Our operations comprise of around 150 mining, metallurgical and oil production assets. Our purpose is to responsibly source the commodities that advance everyday life. Employing 135,000 people globally, people are at the heart of our business, and we aim to attract employees who endeavour to be leaders in their field. To you, that means more opportunities to grow your career, grow your experiences, and grow your network of colleagues, mentors and even lifelong friends. All whilst making your mark on the future.
About this part of our organisation:
Our Zinc & Copper Assets in Australia include multiple & geographically dispersed operations, including underground and open pit mines, processing plants (concentrators, smelters & a refinery) plus port facilities. Globally we have operations in most parts of the world meaning there are numerous potential career opportunities domestically and internationally for you.
About your potential new position:
Glencore has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal – Environmental Long-Term Planning to join our Regional team, reporting to the Manager – Environment. This is a permanent full-time role based in Brisbane or Mount Isa.
This role will work across all of Glencore’s Zinc Assets Australia sites, including Mount Isa Mines, George Fisher Mine, Lady Loretta Mine, McArthur River Mine, the Copper Refinery and the Port of Townsville.
Your primary purpose will be to provide effective leadership and management for the Environmental Long Term Planning team and function across our Zinc and Copper assets in Australia.
To deliver on that purpose, some of your responsibilities will be:
- Lead and supervise the Environmental Long Term Planning team including supporting employee capability development and promoting a culture to support our vision and guiding principles.
- Promote a positive safety culture and ensure team members and contract partners are kept safe in the undertaking of their activities.
- Impart accurate and timely information and advice to the HSEC Leadership Team (and Senior Management where required) on all matters relating to Environmental Long-Term Planning.
- Promote and provide support to leadership on proactive Environmental Long Term Planning strategies, plans and targets.
- Steer strategic and project risk assessments inclusive of legal compliance, environmental, health & safety, financial and social risk with the team’s scope.
- Ensure Environmental Authority obligations are known, understood and provide effective operational support.
- Oversee multiple large technical, capital investment, and regulatory studies both directly and as team lead.
- Provide Environment and Closure advice in support of business investment decisions (e.g. M&A due diligence or expansionary project studies).
- Ensure prudent and responsible cost management for Opex and Capex, and Rehabilitation Provision budgets within the Environmental Long Term Planning remit.
- Annual review and update Rehabilitation Cost Estimates for internal Life of Asset planning and Estimated Rehabilitation Cost for regulator.
- Create a positive team culture to sustain quality performance, professional development and a safe working environment.
- Promote and provide support to leadership on proactive Environmental Long Term Planning strategies, plans and targets.
What we expect to learn about you:
- You are tertiary qualified in an appropriate discipline such as Environmental Science.
- Multiple years of experience in the environment field within the mining industry with several years of leadership experience.
- Your authenticity quickly establishes rapport and trust.
- Whilst you can see the strategic implications and opportunities you are also able to keep across the critical details.
- Effective planning and project management skills.
What’s in it for you?
This is a fantastic career move. You can show case your leadership, planning, strategic thinking, and influence key stakeholders. You will be in a worldwide organisation for your career to grow as we often promote from within (which is what has happened here). You will be supported to achieve results in your field and if you desire to go above & beyond there is space to explore new ideas and influence change. Come join a team who encourage & expect you to make improvements and make a difference.
Apply now at glencore.com/careers/career-opportunities/all-vacancies/
Applications Close:
5th of July 2024
Please note: We may conduct interviews and hire prior to the advertising expiring.
