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Form of workFortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives.
Our OpportunityWork Location: Fortescue Centre & Bennett St. Fortescue's Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people.
Roster: Monday to Friday. 24 month fixed term contract.
The Fortescue Environment team is currently seeking Senior Environmental Advisors within its Environment Approvals team.
As an experienced EIA Practitioner, you will be responsible for obtaining a range of environmental approvals to ensure Fortescue achieves its operational and development targets.
Key to the success of this position will be the ability to develop good interpersonal relationships with workers on all levels of the organisation. Personal commitment, competence, consistency, reliability and a practical approach are crucial elements of this role.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver environmental approvals that are aligned with business objectives
- Conduct environmental impact assessments of Fortescue's sites and projects
- Preparation and submission of Fortescue's Environmental Approval applications
- Provide environmental approvals advice including approvals strategies, project management and management of environmental studies for approvals purposes
- Management and supervision of consultants and contractors
- Communication of Fortescue's environmental approvals internally
- Conduct site visits, as required
- A tertiary Degree in Environmental Science, or equivalent
- Desired - 5 - 8 years' experience in an environmental role within the resources industry or an associated government department
- Demonstrated advanced knowledge and understanding of State and Federal environmental legislation
- Advanced reporting writing, interpersonal and communications skills
- A strong understanding of Microsoft software applications
- Desired - experience in use of GIS software
- Desired knowledge and understanding of the Pilbara environment
Fortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
https://fortescue.com/careers
Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.
Applications close 3rd April 2024.
Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.
