Senior Environmental & Sustainability Advisor

Gamuda Engineering is a global contractor delivering major Transport, Civil, and Energy Infrastructure projects across Australia. With corporate offices in Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane, our footprint is expanding rapidly through flagship clean energy developments - including the Mortlake Hybrid project in Victoria alongside a growing pipeline of utility-scale renewable tenders across Victoria, Tasmania, and South Australia.

About the Role

Based in our Melbourne Corporate Office, we are seeking an experienced Environmental & Sustainability Advisor to join our Pre-Contracts & Clean Energy team.

Reporting to the Pre-Contracts & Sustainability Lead, you will drive environmental planning, statutory approvals strategies, and sustainability rating outcomes across our portfolio of utility-scale solar, wind, and BESS developments and tenders.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead environmental, statutory approvals, and sustainability inputs for major clean energy EOI, RFQ, and RFT submissions.
- Review client tender documentation, EIS/EES frameworks, and statutory conditions to identify environmental risks and value-engineering opportunities.
- Embed sustainability frameworks - including the Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) rating tool and carbon reduction targets - into tender designs.
- Write clear, persuasive environmental management plans, risk mitigation strategies, and constructability methodologies for submission schedules.
- Assist in developing project Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), erosion and sediment control (ERSED) strategies, and waste classification protocols.
- Engage and direct specialist environmental and planning consultancies during pre-contracts and tender phases.





Skills and Experience

- Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Planning, Sustainability, or a related discipline.
- 3–6 years’ experience as an Environmental or Sustainability Advisor in major construction, infrastructure, or renewable energy pre-contracts/tendering.
- Exposure to utility-scale solar PV, wind, BESS, or high-voltage (HV) transmission infrastructure projects is highly regarded.
- Robust working knowledge of Victorian environmental legislation (EPA Victoria, Environment Effects Act, Planning and Environment Act).
- Proven capability in drafting high-quality tender content and translating technical environmental requirements into clear submission material.

What We Offer

- Strategic role shaping landmark national clean energy developments and tender submissions.
- Central Melbourne Corporate Office location with flexible working support.
- Collaborative environment backed by a global Tier-1 contractor with clear career progression pathways.

Gamuda Australia encourages and supports a diverse workforce, including candidates from overseas and current Visa holders.

Gamuda is one of Australia’s most dynamic and innovative engineering and infrastructure companies. With a global presence, award-winning projects, and an excellent track record of delivering world‑class major projects. Our hallmark lies in our expertise to identify, pioneer, and execute groundbreaking solutions that improve the quality of life for the communities we serve.

Our core areas of expertise are tunnels, roads, rails, clean energy, transmission, and water.

Gamuda’s exceeding reputation coupled with our ambitious growth targets means there has never been a better time to join us.

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📌 Senior Environmental & Sustainability Advisor (Melbourne)
🏢 Gamuda Engineering
📍 Melbourne