Senior Environmental Approvals Lead

Brunel have partnered with a dynamic port maritime client committed to sustainable development and environmental stewardship. As they expand operations, They have recognized the critical role of Environmental Approvals in ensuring responsible growth. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Environmental Approvals Lead to join the team. The Senior Environmental Approvals Lead will; project manage the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process to ensure the timely delivery of regulatory approvals including developing Scope of Works, reviewing proposals and managing consultants; develop and author approvals under Part IV and V of the Environmental Protection Act 1986 and other state and federal environmental legislation.
The Senior Environmental Approvals Lead will; provide environmental advice to the business to support projects from the development of the business case, project specific approvals strategies and supporting the Environment and Sustainability Manager build relationships with government regulators, leaseholders and other stakeholders through consultative processes.  The Senior Environmental Approvals Lead will also assist the Environment and Sustainability team to implement environmental compliance requirements post-approvals processes.

Requirements

• 10 years of environmental experience in the resource or maritime industries or environmental consultancy, with at least 5 years of direct experience in planning and writing approvals documents.
• Demonstrated experience in environmental compliance and/or sustainability and practical industry experience in; Construction, Mining or Port Operations.
  
• Able to work in a team environment, engaging with internal and external stakeholders on a professional level;
  
• Demonstrated project and contract management skills with the ability to deliver multiple projects on time, within budget and to high standards;
  
• Ability to provide specialist Environmental Approvals advice and solutions to complex project planning processes
• Demonstrated experience leading both state and commonwealth regulatory Environmental Approvals, for mining or port development projects; 
  
• Demonstrated experience in delivering environmental impact assessments, management plans and compliance reports; and
  
• Exceptional technical report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience in use of GIS software - Desired 

Benefits

• Opportunity to work either in Perth CBD or Geraldton
• Highly attractive salary package
• Permanent full time role
• Great opportunity to work in a great team with a great culture
• Work on major WA Port Expansion Projects 

About Brunel
Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organizations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 2001, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 40 countries, 100 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

How to apply

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this role, please submit your interest using the ‘Apply’ button. Applying is quick and easy – just make sure you have the following documents ready to go:

• Resume
• Cover Letter (optional)

Do you have questions?

If you have questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Richard Clifton-James on ***************@brunel.net or (08) 9429 5***.