Job Description

Middlemount Coal Mine is located approximately 90 kilometres north-east of Emerald and some 7 kilometres west of the township of Middlemount in Queensland's Bowen Basin.

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Middlemount Coal Mine is an open-cut coal mine which uses conventional truck and shovel methods. Middlemount Coal commenced its full-scale operations in November 2011, producing approximately 4Mtpa of coking and PCI coal for export. Middlemount Coal Mine has a life expectancy estimated to be more than 30 years.

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Middlemount Coal Pty Ltd (Middlemount) is an incorporated joint venture between Peabody Energy Australia Pty Ltd and Yancoal Australia Ltd.

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Middlemount Coal Mine is located approximately 90 kilometres north-east of Emerald and some 7 kilometres west of the township of Middlemount in Queensland's Bowen Basin.

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Middlemount Coal Mine is an open-cut coal mine which uses conventional truck and shovel methods. Middlemount Coal commenced its full-scale operations in November 2011, producing approximately 4Mtpa of coking and PCI coal for export. Middlemount Coal Mine has a life expectancy estimated to be more than 30 years.

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Middlemount Coal Pty Ltd (Middlemount) is an incorporated joint venture between Peabody Energy Australia Pty Ltd and Yancoal Australia Ltd.

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About the Role

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An opportunity exists for an experienced and motivated Workplace & Community Advisor to join our Environment & Community team at Middlemount Coal. Reporting to the Environment, Community & Approvals Manager, the Environment & Community Advisor plays a key role in supporting environmental compliance, rehabilitation, community engagement and approvals management across the operation.

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The successful candidate will provide practical environmental advice to operational teams and support the delivery of environmental obligations, rehabilitation commitments, Ground Disturbance Permit processes and regulatory reporting requirements.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Support environmental compliance and environmental management systems.
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- Coordinate environmental monitoring programs and reporting requirements.
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- Assist with Ground Disturbance Permit (GDP) administration and GIS mapping.
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- Support implementation of the Progressive Rehabilitation and Closure Plan (PRCP).
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- Contribute to rehabilitation planning, disturbance tracking and rehabilitation reporting.
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- Assist with development and maintenance of Estimated Rehabilitation Cost (ERC) submissions.
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- Support implementation and reporting of environmental offset commitments.
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- Conduct environmental inspections, audits and field verification activities.
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- Manage environmental consultants and contractors as required.
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- Support community engagement activities and stakeholder interactions.
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About You

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To be successful in this role you will possess:

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Essential

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- Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
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- Previous experience within the mining, resources or heavy industry sectors.
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- Strong understanding of environmental legislation and compliance requirements.
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- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
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- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
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- Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
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Desirable

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- Knowledge of Queensland environmental approval requirements.
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- Experience with rehabilitation planning and reporting.
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- Familiarity with PRCP, ERC and environmental monitoring programs.
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- Experience with GIS systems and Ground Disturbance Permit processes.
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- Knowledge of ISO 14001 environmental management systems.
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What We Offer

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- Competitive remuneration package.
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- Residential or DIDO opportunity.
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- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
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- Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to environmental performance and rehabilitation outcomes.
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- Professional development and career growth opportunities.
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Applications close: 17 August 2026

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📌 Environment & Community Advisor (Middlemount)
🏢 Middlemount Coal
📍 Middlemount