We are seeking an Environmental Advisor to join a tier one mining business and support approvals for a major greenfield iron ore project. Reporting to the Principal, Workplace, the role will assist with key approval documentation, focusing on a Section 38 referral under the EP Act **** and a referral under the EPBC Act ****.
Description
This is an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional with strong technical writing and document coordination skills to gain exposure to a significant project and work closely with experienced approvals specialists, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams.
Key Responsibilities
Support the preparation of Section 38 and EPBC Act referral documentation
Draft proposal descriptions, impact assessments, mitigation measures and environmental commitments
Coordinate technical inputs from environmental specialists, consultants and project teams
Review technical studies and identify information gaps, inconsistencies and outstanding evidence requirements
Consolidate multidisciplinary information into clear, accurate and defensible approval documents
Prepare stakeholder engagement summaries and maintain consultation records
Assist with responses to regulator comments and requests for further information
Coordinate document reviews, revisions and quality assurance processes
Track approval actions, deliverables and submission deadlines
Liaise with internal stakeholders, consultants and regulators as required
Profile
To be successful, you will ideally have:
Two to five years' experience in environmental approvals, impact assessment, environmental management or a related area
A relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a similar
Demonstrated experience preparing high-quality technical, regulatory or environmental documentation




An understanding of WA and Commonwealth environmental assessment processes
Knowledge of Part IV of the Environmental Protection Act **** and the EPBC Act
Strong written communication, editing and document coordination skills
The ability to interpret and consolidate information from multiple technical disciplines
Strong attention to detail and quality assurance capability
The ability to manage competing priorities and work to project deadlines
Effective stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Mining, resources, infrastructure or greenfield project experience
Previous involvement in Section 38 or EPBC Act referrals
Experience coordinating consultants and environmental studies
Knowledge of Pilbara environmental values and approval requirements
GIS capability or experience interpreting spatial environmental information
Applicants must have full Australian work rights to be considered.
Job Offer
Tier one mining business
12 month contract
Salary sacrificing
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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 organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.
Operating in Australasia since ****, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.
Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.
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📌 Environmental Advisor - Approvals (Western Australia)
🏢 Brunel
📍 Western Australia