We are seeking an experienced Environmental Advisor to provide hands-on environmental support on a major Solar & BESS project.

Working closely with project and site teams, you’ll drive environmental compliance, manage risks, support incident investigations and promote high environmental standards throughout project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

- Implement and monitor Environmental Management Plans, permits, approvals and environmental controls.
- Conduct environmental inspections, audits and monitoring across active project sites.
- Provide practical environmental advice to construction and delivery teams.
- Monitor compliance with environmental legislation, approval conditions and ISO 14001 requirements.
- Identify environmental risks and ensure appropriate controls and corrective actions are implemented.
- Support environmental incident investigations, reporting and close-out.
- Assist with environmental risk assessments, aspect and impact registers and SWMS.
- Manage and respond to unexpected environmental finds in accordance with project procedures.
- Deliver environmental inductions, toolbox talks and awareness initiatives.
- Maintain accurate environmental records and reporting documentation.
- Work collaboratively with internal teams, regulators, consultants, landholders and subcontractors.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives across projects.

What’s on Offer





- Competitive base salary + superannuation
- LAHA provided
- 2 weeks on / 1 week off roster
- FIFO or DIDO options available
- Camp accommodation provided while on site
- Chance to work across major renewable energy projects

About You We are looking for an environmental professional with experience in renewable energy or heavy infrastructure environments.

You will ideally have

- Experience in an Environmental Advisor or similar environmental role.
- Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, approvals and environmental management systems.
- Site-based experience conducting inspections, monitoring and environmental risk assessments.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- A practical, proactive approach to environmental compliance and risk management.
- Relevant qualifications in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Ecology, Engineering or a related discipline.
- Construction Induction (White Card) and an open Driver’s Licence.
- The ability to meet site-based medical and fitness requirements.
- Full working rights in Australia and/or New Zealand.

If you're an experienced Environmental Advisor looking to work on major renewable energy projects and make a genuine impact in the clean energy sector, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch with Michael at [email protected] for a confidential conversation about the opportunity.

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