Environmental Business Partner

Environment Business Partner QLD & NT - 12 months fixed term contract

About Us:

Jemena is an Australian energy company who own and operate more than $12.4 Billion worth of gas and electricity transportation assets across Australia supplying millions of households and businesses with these essential services every day.

We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our Group's over 3000 team members, consistently strive to make a difference in the communities we serve. 

About the Role 

As an Environmental Business Partner, you'll be a valued source of support and expertise across our Group. With a spirit of collaboration, you'll regularly visit sites throughout QLD and NT, partnering closely with our Asset, Operations and Construction teams. Together, you'll lead thoughtful risk assessment workshops, build respectful connections with environmental Regulators, internal stakeholders and ensure our operations uphold the highest environmental standards with care and confidence. 

Your deep knowledge will help shape meaningful, Group-wide environmental standards that protect our land and communities, while providing assurance that each asset meets its unique environmental responsibilities. You'll be a trusted expert in the field, supporting Operations with complex environmental matters and guiding the identification and management of environmental risks with a steady and insightful hand. 

Your diverse skills will allow you to develop system-level documentation and provide on-the-ground subject matter expertise, nurturing sustainable practices across all aspects of our business.

Your Responsibilities

• Offer specialist, thoughtful environmental advice and support tailored to the needs of our teams.
• Identify and thoughtfully manage environmental risks during risk workshops, acting as a trusted subject matter expert and recommending practical controls.
• Coach, mentor, and gently challenge project and contract personnel to embrace and meet their environmental responsibilities with confidence.
• Develop and update Environment Management System documents,
• Regular visits to sites to undertake inspections and support stakeholders
• Develop Project- and asset-specific CEMPs, environmental subplans, and work instructions, OEMPs for Group Assets, ensuring alignment and care across the board
• Review compliance with Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and Environmental Authorities (EA's) with careful attention.
• Track, measure, and communicate environmental deliverables and KPIs for each business unit and project, celebrating progress along the way.
• Conduct environmental due diligence and assurance activities aligned with the HSE Audit Plan to foster continuous improvement.
• Monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with legislation across the Group with integrity and dedication.
• Prepare clear, respectful Environmental compliance reports for Regulators, reinforcing transparency and trust.

About You 

• You bring experience in environmental roles, ideally within construction or utilities management, where you've made a positive impact.
• You work with initiative and autonomy but always with a collaborative and open heart.
• You have the ability to influence and inspire stakeholders, helping our Group mature in its environmental practices and outcomes.
• You hold tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Engineering, or a related field with an environmental focus.
• You understand environmental legislation broadly and know how to apply it thoughtfully and effectively. 

This role can be located anywhere in Queensland with some travel to Northern Territory. 

If you're passionate about guiding teams with care, making meaningful environmental impact, and growing professionally in a supportive and dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why you should come and work for us 

Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. 

We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we are part of. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities. At Jemena, you belong.

Recruitment Process 

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check. Notice to Third Parties: Jemena does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.