Environmental Advisor

Immediate start with a respected statutory authority

Your new company

A well-known statutory authority is seeking an Environmental Advisor for a temporary assignment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to meaningful environmental and climate adaptation initiatives.

Your new role

Reporting directly to the Manager Environment and Climate Adaptation, you will:
  • Coordinate obligations under the Safe Drinking Water Act 2003 and Regulations 2025.
  • Manage, implement and continuously improve the organisation’s Environmental Management System (EMS) consistent with ISO14001 standards and emerging practices in the environment and climate change.
  • Support achievement of EMS objectives and targets across the organisation.
  • Integrate strategic work into the Corporate Strategy and Plan.
  • Provide timely environmental and statutory advice for strategic, project-based and incident management needs.
  • Develop and implement climate change mitigation strategies to achieve emissions reduction targets in line with the Statement of Obligations.
  • Deliver climate adaptation planning, including governance, risk management and technical input.
  • Advise and audit capital projects in line with legislation, EMS requirements and relevant strategies.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Degree qualifications in environmental sciences, climate change sciences, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience in coordinating obligations under the Safe Drinking Water Act 2003 and Regulations 2025.
  • Proven ability to manage, implement and improve EMS frameworks aligned with ISO14001.
  • Experience managing water quality monitoring programs, including BGA, nutrients and recycled water.
  • Strong capability in providing environmental advice and auditing services for capital projects in line with legislation and organisational strategies.

What you'll get in return

This is a chance to make a tangible impact on environmental outcomes while working with a respected statutory authority. You’ll be part of a team committed to sustainability, climate adaptation, and continuous improvement.


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to suman.kadian@hays.com.au.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Temporary
Industry
Engineering
Location
VIC - Melbourne CBD
Specialism
Sustainability
Ref:
2971259

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Suman Kadian, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Melbourne
1 Melbourne Quarter, Level 9/699 Collins St, Docklands,

Telephone: 9604 9656

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