Job Description
Join a high-performing project team delivering one of South East Queensland's most significant infrastructure programs.
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The Coomera Connector Stage 1 (Coomera to Nerang) team is responsible for completing the design, environmental referral, site investigations and review to support the delivery of the Coomera Connector project.
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In this role, you will report to the Project Manager and play a key role in ensuring environmental compliance and sustainability across the project lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:
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Responsibilities
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Providing high-level advice to the state department on statutory obligations under relevant environmental legislation, including the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act **** (EPBC Act
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Supporting the delivery of Commonwealth and State environmental approvals, including environmental offsets
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Delivering specialist environmental advice across all project phases, including:
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Environmental assessments and compliance
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Review of project designs, surveys, and spatial data
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Development of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), contract specifications, audits, and briefs
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Identifying environmental risks and constraints and negotiating design modifications where required
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Advising project teams on environmental risks, issues, and mitigation strategies
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Coordinating and managing environmental offset acquisitions and associated land requirements
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Liaising with internal teams, government agencies, and industry stakeholders
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Preparing high-level written advice, briefing notes,



and ministerial correspondence
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Representing the project in meetings, working groups, and stakeholder forums
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Supporting sustainable infrastructure outcomes across the Coomera Connector Program
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Successful Candidate
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A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management, or equivalent
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Strong knowledge of Commonwealth and Queensland environmental legislation and approval processes
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Proven experience in environmental assessment, compliance, and management within infrastructure or major projects
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Ability to provide strategic advice and influence project outcomes through sound environmental decision-making
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Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
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High-level written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing reports and briefing materials
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Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and manage environmental risks
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Mandatory Requirements
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A Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management or Natural Resource Management from a recognized tertiary institution or equivalent qualification is mandatory.
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Current holder of a 'C' class driver's license.
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Criminal history screening must be conducted on the recommended person for this role.
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If you are a specialist in this field & on the lookout for your next long term contract prospect within the QLD state government space - this is the opportunity for you!
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