Environmental Technician

• Join our dynamic and rapidly expanding team as we embark on an exciting journey of organisational growth and innovation, working towards our vision of becoming Australia's Port for the Future.
• Work on meaningful initiatives that will help create prosperity for the North Queensland's communities.
• Enjoy an environment that provides attractive benefits including flexibility, true work-life balance and generous opportunities for professional development.

About the Port

The Port of Townsville Limited (the Port) has been actively shaping the future of Townsville and North Queensland for 160 years.

Today, we are Australia's largest port for zinc, lead, copper, sugar and fertiliser. Additionally, we handle more motor vehicles and containerised goods than any other port in Northern Australia. The goods that flow through our ports are grown, mined, manufactured and used to better the lives of more than 800,000 people across a vast catchment area, spanning from Hinchinbrook to the Burdekin and west to Mount Isa.

On average, more than 8 million tonnes of goods, worth more than $10 billion, cross our wharves each year. Thanks to our customers, we are one of the country's most diverse ports, linking more than 30 different commodities to 130 ports in 44 countries.

The Townsville port is also an increasingly strategic forward mounting location in Australia's Defence capabilities, as well as an important tourism enabler due to its modern dedicated cruise ship terminal.

Working with us

The Port of Townsville is expanding its team of passionate and innovative professionals as we undergo a period of significant and sustainable growth.

We are currently undertaking the biggest port expansion in our history, trade volumes are expected to triple by 2050 as new projects in rare earth, critical minerals and renewable energy come to realisation and demand for Defence and cruise shipping capacity is rapidly increasing.

In the coming years we will be challenged to continue to deliver highly competitive day to day port operations, drive improvements in sustainability across all areas of the business and deliver major capital works projects that will ensure our capacity to facilitate the trade demands of the future.

We are currently looking for exceptional talent to join our team as we embark on this journey. Are you a proactive and ambitious individual with a passion for making a real impact? This is your chance to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment where your ideas and contributions will be valued.

The Port provides a supportive workplace culture that is committed to improving diversity and fostering inclusivity. With a strong focus on nurturing growth and continuous learning, you'll have the resources and guidance to excel in your role and beyond.

About the role and you

Within the Climate & Environment business unit, the purpose of the position is to provide support, advice and guidance regarding environmental management to minimise emissions and potential impacts on the sensitive environments and communities around the Port of Townsville and Lucinda.  A primary responsibility for the position is the timely implementation of Port's environmental monitoring programs.

Experience you'll need

To be successful in the role, you will be required to:

• Conduct field work as required including appropriate collection/dispatch of samples and maintenance of field records in accordance with the Ports Environmental Management System (EMS) schedule, procedures and relevant standards. This includes arranging quotes and purchase orders/contracts as required by the Port's procurement procedures
• Organise and maintain in good order all environmental monitoring equipment. This includes calibrations in accordance with EMS procedures and manufacturer requirements and undertaking routine servicing and preventative maintenance as per recognized manuals and standards
• Maintain the environmental monitoring storeroom and sufficient supplies for monitoring requirements
• Maintain a database for all environmental monitoring records including field records, sample records, equipment calibration records, laboratory results, incidents etc.
• Assist with presentation and analysis of monitoring results with summaries, reports and results presented in an appropriate form as required

• Continue to develop and implement the Environmental Management System (EMS) to drive continual improvement throughout the Port, including document updates, reviews, audits and inspections

• With support from supervisor, oversee assigned projects, contracts or consultancies related to environmental monitoring programs or data management using the Port's systems

• Assist with reporting on the unit's corporate requirements. This includes monthly reports, business unit plan, budget, corporate reports and annual reporting as required and in agreed timeframes

• Provide input into Team Planet initiatives as part of Port Vision 2050

• Assist with responses to environmental incidents, complaints and injured wildlife sightings as required and provide assistance in the event of an emergency situation
• Assist with community groups, port tours, school groups and other public engagement activities as required including developing newsletter articles on environmental topics as required

For a more comprehensive understanding of the position's requirements, please refer to the Position Description available on our website.

Application process

• Click apply and follow the prompts
• Attach your current resume and a cover letter to your application
• Applications close 11pm Sunday, 7 September 2025

For enquiries, please contact -, noting that applications must be submitted via our recruitment site - email applications will not be accepted.

At the Port of Townsville, we value and celebrate the diversity of our community and recognise that it enriches our workplace. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds to come forward, confident that you will be met with respect and consideration. We are committed to ensuring our working environment is safe and welcoming.

If you are an applicant who faces challenges due to cultural barriers or disabilities, please know that we are here to support you throughout the application process. We strive to create a welcoming and accessible recruitment experience for all candidates, and we encourage you to approach us if you require any assistance or accommodations.

Together, let's build a workforce that thrives on inclusivity and embraces the strengths that everyone brings to our team.