Environment Senior Advisor

1 day ago

Perth, Western Australia Fortescue Full time

Country/Region: AU

State: WA

City: Perth

Job ID: 13898

Our Opportunity

Work Location: Fortescue's Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people.

Roster: Monday to Friday.

We have two positions available: one offering a 9 month contract and the other a permanent opportunity.

The Fortescue Environment team is currently seeking Senior Environmental Advisors within its Environment Approvals team.

As an experienced EIA Practitioner, you will be responsible for obtaining a range of environmental approvals to ensure Fortescue achieves its operational and development targets.

Key to the success of this position will be the ability to develop good interpersonal relationships with workers on all levels of the organisation. Personal commitment, competence, consistency, reliability and a practical approach are crucial elements of this role.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver environmental approvals that are aligned with business objectives
  • Conduct environmental impact assessments of Fortescue's sites and projects
  • Preparation and submission of Fortescue's Environmental Approval applications
  • Provide environmental approvals advice including approvals strategies, project management and management of environmental studies for approvals purposes
  • Management and supervision of consultants and contractors
  • Communication of Fortescue's environmental approvals internally
  • Conduct site visits, as required
Qualifications and Experience
  • A tertiary Degree in Environmental Science, or equivalent
  • Desired years' experience in an environmental role within the resources industry or an associated government department
  • Demonstrated advanced knowledge and understanding of State and Federal environmental legislation
  • Advanced reporting writing, interpersonal and communications skills
  • A strong understanding of Microsoft software applications
  • Desired – experience in use of GIS software
  • Desired knowledge and understanding of the Pilbara environment
About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.

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