Environmental Regulatory Advisor
501-2000
Energy
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Posted date4 hours ago
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EnvironmentalPosition: Environmental Regulatory Advisor
Location: Melbourne
Indicative Term of Contract: 12 months
Schedule: 3 days on / 4 days off
MAIN FUNCTIONS
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Obtain required project permits, licenses, and approvals in a timely manner and track/steward compliance status. Interface with project design and execution teams to integrate environmental, socioeconomic, and health standards into project designs and plans. Provide input to SHE&S-related Coordination Procedures for EPC Contractor ITT packages regarding environmental, socioeconomic, and health matters. Provide input to cost and schedule estimates related to regulatory approvals/compliance and development of ESHIA, EMP, Health Plan, and other deliverables. Recommend and oversee implementation of appropriate measures to avoid or mitigate environmental, socioeconomic, and health issues/impacts. Work with EPC contractors to develop and implement acceptable E&R plans (e.g., Environmental Management Plans, Waste Management Plans, Spill Response Plans, Socioeconomic Action Plans, Health Plans). Review EPC contractor E&R plans and deliverables for comprehensiveness and compliance with contractual requirements. Provide guidance to PT and EPC contractors on regulatory compliance and E&R performance based on applicable host-country regulations, project obligations, and loan agreements. Develop and implement effective EMP monitoring procedures for environmental, socioeconomic, and health matters. Coordinate EMP implementation and E&R performance monitoring with Site Construction Managers and Supervisors. Assist PT and EPC contractors in EMP implementation and E&R performance. Conduct routine inspections and assessments of EPC contractor worksites for environmental, socioeconomic, and health compliance. Investigate, record, and report compliance initiatives and non-compliance situations. Ensure proper and timely completion of EMP implementation/E&R monitoring and reporting forms and documents. Prepare internal and external E&R and regulatory compliance stewardship reports to satisfy government or lender requirements. Coordinate activities of technical experts hired for specific E&R tasks. Assist PT in special tasks, studies, and reports related to E&R topics and regulatory compliance. Oversee communication between field locations and the Project SHE Manager on environmental, socioeconomic, and health matters. Coordinate and participate in training/awareness sessions related to E&R performance and EMP implementation.
Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered. (Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)
If you are keen for this role, please apply directly to this ad with your CV & contact details, or email your CV to hassan.reza@airswift.com
Location: Melbourne
Indicative Term of Contract: 12 months
Schedule: 3 days on / 4 days off
MAIN FUNCTIONS
- Serve as the single point of contact for all environmental and regulatory matters.
- Coordinate and oversee environmental and regulatory programs, including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning aspects.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in a closely related position.
- University degree in Natural or Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Social Sciences (e.g., anthropology, sociology), Engineering, or another technical field related to E&R management.
- Experience in environmental, socioeconomic, and/or health fields, preferably in construction or extractive industry projects.
- Knowledge of external project financing is desirable.
- Knowledge of specific country regulations is desirable.
- Excellent English speaking and writing skills.
- Familiarity with predominant in-country language(s) is desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills, supervisory/organizational abilities, and proven ability to work positively in a team environment.
TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work with environmental, socioeconomic, and/or health consultants and the Project Team (PT) to oversee preparation of the project's Emergency Support Group (ESHIA) and Environmental Management Plan (EMP).
- Develop, coordinate functional endorsement of, and implement the project's Regulatory Compliance Plan and Environmental Management Plan, including preliminary versions.
- Assist the Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) Manager in:
- Supporting project-related Environmental & Regulatory (E&R) activities.
- Identifying and implementing best environmental, socioeconomic, and health practices.
- Incorporating lessons learned into Environmental Business Planning processes.
Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered. (Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)
If you are keen for this role, please apply directly to this ad with your CV & contact details, or email your CV to hassan.reza@airswift.com