Environment and Water Management Specialist

4 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Karara Mining Full time

Karara Mining Limited, a joint venture between Ansteel Group and Gindalbie Metals, is a prominent iron ore producer and steel maker in China. Located 200km south-east of Geraldton, Western Australia, our Karara mine boasts an expected mine life of 30+ years, featuring a large open pit mine, complex ore processing and beneficiation plant, and significant infrastructure and logistics networks.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Advisor Water & Environment to join our team on site, working a 5:2 / 4:3 roster. Reporting to the Principal Advisor Environment & Tenements, you will be responsible for day-to-day planning and scheduling activities, ensuring materials and labor are provided for all water management activities.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Tertiary qualification in Hydrogeology or Environmental Science;
  • Demonstrated experience in a similar role within the resource sector;
  • Experience planning and coordinating water management operations and requirements, including water quality monitoring and general hydrometric data collection;
  • Strong time management, organisational, and communication skills;
  • Proficient with MS Office Suite.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise and excellent interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with contractors, consultants, and suppliers.

About Karara Mining:

As a leading mining operation in the Mid-West region, we offer a unique blend of challenges and opportunities. Our purpose-built airstrip provides easy access to Perth, while our family-friendly rosters enable you to balance work and personal life. With a temperate climate and access to modern amenities, our location offers a great lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate the safe and efficient operation and maintenance of our low-quality water supply system;
  • Undertake operational and maintenance planning for groundwater, drinking water, and wastewater infrastructure;
  • Engage with contractors and suppliers to ensure cost-effective operations aligned with our financial and operational goals;
  • Coordinate compliance sampling and monitoring in accordance with regulatory requirements;
  • Liaise and coordinate contractors, consultants, and suppliers;
  • Develop reports containing approval documentation to secure future infrastructure.

We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $160,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus benefits such as 1Gbps internet bandwidth, eco-walking/jogging trail, swimming pool, mini golf, tennis, cricket, volleyball facilities, and more.



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