Job Description
At Mine Earth, we're a specialist mine closure consultancy passionate about sustainable outcomes. With offices in Perth and Brisbane, our team includes engineers, geologists, ecologists, and environmental scientists—united by a shared mission to restore post-mining landscapes and make a lasting difference. We're growing and currently seeking a Senior Environmental Approvals Specialist to join our Perth-based team. If you're ready to take on meaningful, diverse projects and work alongside industry-leading professionals, we'd love to hear from you.
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What You'll Be Doing
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Developing Mining Development and Closure Proposals (MDCP), Mine Closure Plans (MCP) and supporting approvals documentation for a range of commodities and project stages
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Supporting clients through the West Australian environmental approvals process, from planning, survey requirements, approvals, operations, and closure
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Providing technical guidance and reviews, including mentoring junior team members
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Coordinating technical studies and specialist consultants to support approvals and closure outcomes
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Managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, and client relationships
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Regulatory engagement to support approval applications and closure work
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Participating in client workshop sessions where required
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What We're Looking For
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Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental management or planning- or similar
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7+ years' experience in mining approvals or mine closure, and strong understanding of WA approval pathways, including across EPBC Act, EP Act (Part IV and Part V), Mining Act requirements
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Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills
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Strong work ethic and collaborative approach to teamwork
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GIS and mapping skills
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Undertaking and facilitating risk assessment sessions
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Mining experience (either onsite or consulting)
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Why Join Us?
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Work on diverse mining projects across Australia and overseas
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Enjoy adaptable working arrangements and a supportive team culture
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Be part of a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and innovation
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Build your career with access to leadership opportunities and technical development
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Location
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Perth-based with occasional short-term site travel
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Eligibility
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You must have a valid driver's license and the right to work in Australia
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📌 Senior Environmental Approvals Specialist (Queensland)
🏢 Mine Earth
📍 Queensland