Senior Environment and Sustainability Advisor QLD RTS
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2 days ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Downers Rail & Transit Systems is the leading rail business in Australia with expertise in delivering whole-of-life asset management support to our customers. With over 155 years of rail experience we deliver innovative transport solutions that keep communities moving.
Were proud to be delivering the Queensland Train Manufacturing Program (QTMP) and were looking for the best people to help make it happen.
QTMP involves the design manufacture and maintenance of 65 new six-car passenger trains to support Cross River Rail and the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games. These trains will be built at a new purpose-built facility in Torbanlea on the Fraser Coast.
We are currently seeking to appoint an Environment & Sustainability Lead this is a senior role ensuring Queensland Train Manufacturing Projects compliance with environmental sustainability regulatory and client requirements during construction and operation. The position offers expertise approvals oversight compliance leadership performance management and client reporting across two project sites:
- Ormeau (Construction): Oversees builder performance reviews environmental documentation monitors compliance and supports ISC ratings.
- Torbanlea (Operations): Manages operational environmental plans statutory/client reporting and EPBC compliance.
Key duties include:
- Leading environmental governance and ensuring all obligations are met.
- Reviewing and approving builder documents and monitoring programs.
- Managing operational environmental requirements including OEMP development.
- Providing technical advice on statutory approvals.
- Overseeing monitoring (noise water flora/fauna waste energy carbon contamination heritage).
- Supporting ISC ratings through assurance and evidence.
- Reporting to clients and presenting technical updates.
- Driving improvement in environmental performance and sustainability.
- Conducting compliance investigations audits inspections and risk reviews.
- Leading builder-based Environment Advisors as SME.
- Managing GHG emissions reporting per NGER/internal standards.
- Implementing KPIs and performance tracking.
- Integrating sustainable procurement and Scope 3 with supply chain teams.
Education & Qualifications:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Sustainability Environmental Science Engineering or a related discipline.
- Infrastructure Sustainability Accredited Professional (ISAP)
Skills & knowledge:
- Strong understanding of environmental legislation approval conditions and compliance requirements.
- High competence in environmental risk management incident investigation and auditing.
- Technical knowledge across cultural heritage noise water flora/fauna waste contamination energy and carbon.
- Ability to produce high-quality environmental management plans
- Skilled in stakeholder engagement including builders government regulators and clients.
- Ability to lead and influence without direct authority
What We Offer:
- Career progression and development opportunities
- A workplace focused on Zero Harm; safety is at the core of everything we do
- Flexible working arrangements to encourage work/life balance
If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity with an ASX-listed organisation please submit your application. For further information you may contact:
Applications will not be accepted via email apply via the link.
Downer does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies.
Notwithstanding the location of this position all qualified Australian citizens and permanent residents from all locations are encouraged to apply.
Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our peoples diverse experiences talents and cultures. As an inclusive employer we welcome applications from everyone.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
