Project Environment Manager

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 30 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and now the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable, and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

We're seeking an Environmental Manager to join our team for an upcoming project in Western Sydney. At Seymour Whyte, we're driven by a mission to decrease direct greenhouse gas emissions by 40% before 2030. Our commitment to sustainable practices is unwavering as we strive to positively impact the climate, optimise resources, and safeguard our natural surroundings. Located at our project site in Western Sydney, this role will play a pivotal part in realising our environmental goals.

About the role:

• Plan, implement, and manage solutions to benefit the environment, client, and SWC.
• Ensure communication and compliance with all Project Environmental Legal and Other Obligations.
• Support the construction team during the project start-up phase with the preparation and implementation of Construction. Environmental Management Plans (CEMP), sub-plans, environmental procedures, and environmental construction/work method statements.
• Coordinating the environmental approval process for the project.
• Undertake audits of the CEMP, Sub-plans, EOPs, SWMS, and other environmental documentation during the construction phase.

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• A relevant degree in Environmental Engineering, Planning or Science.
• Minimum 5 years in environmental project management within civil construction.
• TfNSW (RMS) experience on large-scale infrastructure projects essential.
• Excellent attention to detail with up-to-date knowledge of all relevant state (NSW) and Commonwealth statutory environmental and planning requirements.
• Experience in implementing and managing Construction Environmental Management Plans and procedures.

We have a range of benefits available for our employees:

Health & Wellbeing

• Discounted fertility treatments.
• Mental health support & employee assistance programs.
• Unmind - access our free wellness app.
• Seasonal vaccinations.
• Corporate discounted private health insurance plan.
• WHEREFIT – Fitness & Wellbeing benefits over 2,000 unique offers at up to 40% off.
• Workplace giving – contribute to charity through your pay, and receive tax benefits.

Time for life / Work life balance

• Birthday leave.
• A range of flexibility options.
• Paid Parental Leave and parental support.
• Purchased leave program to encourage your work/life balance.
• Cultural leave for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Financial wellbeing

• Employee referral bonuses.
• Salary sacrifice novated lease.
• Competitive market benchmarked remuneration.
• Salary continuance insurance for eligible employees.
• Regular company hosted financial wellbeing webinars.
• Generous employee share program with VINCI.
• Unique bonus scheme generously rewards staff for strong performance.

Career development

• One on one mentoring programs.
• Executive female mentoring and coaching.
• Free NAWIC memberships for all staff.
• Global mobility.
• A variety of training & development options.
• Leadership development programs.

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction to having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia.

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To learn more about us, visit www.seymourwhyte.com.au

Reference code: 494000

This role is being managed by our internal HR team; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.