Environmental Planning Director

1 month ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Arup Full time

Role Overview

Arup is seeking a highly skilled Environmental Planning Director to lead our environmental planning efforts in the renewable energy sector. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading planning and environmental inputs to renewable energy projects, driving growth of energy-related regulatory approvals and assessment projects, and developing and delivering on business plans and strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and deliver a range of projects and proposals in the renewable energy sector, including large complex infrastructure and development projects.
  • Contribute to building a pipeline of environment projects and opportunities in the energy market.
  • Develop and manage large, complex, long-term projects, coordinating people, facilities, and resources within tight timelines and budgetary constraints.
  • Represent Arup at internal and external meetings, collaborating with Business Leaders to identify opportunities, cross-sell, and prepare proposals for external clients.
  • Support the development of the environmental team in Queensland, mentoring more junior team members, and taking a longer-term strategic view of the business.

Requirements

  • Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in Town/Urban/Environmental Planning or Environmental Management/Science/Engineering or similar area.
  • 15 years or more of relevant industry experience in delivery of environmental assessments and approvals for major projects within a consulting or Government business environment.
  • Relevant industry experience in Renewable energy and development/environmental approvals within a consulting business environment.
  • Membership of relevant professional institutions/professional peer bodies.
  • Strong technical knowledge within the Queensland market, with sufficient experience and credibility to influence key clients.

What We Offer

  • Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
  • Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
  • Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer.
  • Birthday leave.
  • Annual leave loading.
  • Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
  • International mobility opportunities.
  • Insurances (life & income protection).
  • Interest-free solar energy and bicycle loans.
  • Novated car lease.
  • Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

About Us

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all.



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