Environmental Professional

Vestas Australia has an excellent opportunity for an environmental professional. Vestas is one of the world's largest renewable companies. And what better way to contribute to the environment and support building a sustainable future for generations to come.

As an Environmental Professional, you will be part of the large construction team supporting the projects across Australia and New Zealand, and develop the environmental aspects of the full EPC scope of our wind farms.

Manufacturing and Global Procurement> COO APAC> Regional Construction HSE APAC

Location: WA Projects

Roster: 3:1 (3 weeks on 1 week off)

Responsibilities:

• Providing compliance with the Construction Environment Management Plan (CEMP) and project approvals

• Providing effective environmental support to the Site Construction Manager, Project Manager, and Site Engineers

• Assist in the management of subcontractor environmental performance

• Implement programs in accordance with the CEMP including

• Site environmental inspections

• Reviewing contractor compliance with the CEMP

• Reviewing Erosion and Sediment Control Plans and Works Permits, SWMS/JSEAs for compliance with the CEMP

• Delivering induction training and toolbox presentations

• Participating in internal and external audits

• Act as the point of contact with the client and regulators on behalf of Vestas about environmental matters

• Provide responses for Environmental reporting requirements

• Provide environmental updates at management meetings

• Assist coordination of HSE training for all site-based personnel

• Maintain a professional relationship with the client's and subcontractor's Environmental Advisors

• Assist in ensuring all work carried out complies with project Quality, Environment, and Work Health and safety requirements and is in accordance with Vestas policies and project objectives, targets, and legal requirements

• Support the Environmental Lead Professional with the implementation and rollout of National Environmental improvements and initiatives

• Support the provision of Environmental reports

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Environmental Science or Bachelor of Environmental Engineering (or equivalent)

• White Card

Competencies:

• Civil construction experience in a site environmental role

• Experience managing and documenting compliance activities

• Experience in implementing controls and implementing documents that demonstrate compliance with Environmental Consents conditions

• Wind industry experience preferred but not mandatory

Essential Skills:

• Understanding and implementation of Environmental Management Systems

• Good Environmental technical skills, in particular, advising on Erosion and Sediment Controls, Water Quality, Flora and Fauna, Rehabilitation and measures to comply with project consent conditions

• Understanding software programs that support Environmental Management

• Enhanced interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication skills, within a professional service provider environment

• Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

• A high commitment to Safety and Quality at all times

• Good time management and report writing skills

• Understanding and intermediate user of MS Office, MS Office skills, MS Word, Excel PowerPoint and SAP

• Experience in using IMS and iAuditor preferred

What we offer:

• A positive safety cultures

• Diverse and fast-paced work environment

• An opportunity to work with the world leader in wind energy.

• The opportunity to further develop your skills and professional development.

• Global career progression prospects.

• Diversity and Inclusion

Additional information:

• All potential employees will be subject to undertaking a full medical assessment to be considered for this role.

• Please note: We do amend or withdraw our jobs and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.

Our Benefits

• Join the World's Leading Wind Energy Solutions Provider
• Excellent Career Development opportunities both Nationally and Globally
• A workplace that embraces Diversity and Inclusion
• Flexible workplace arrangements
• 13 weeks Paid Primary Carers Leave
• 3 weeks Paid Secondary Carers Leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Vestas is an equal-opportunity employer. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining, and developing our people. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from those who identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

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About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry's global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We specialize in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 

Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than our competitors in the renewable energy arena. We consider ourselves forerunners within the industry, as Vestas continuously aims to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 145 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, Vestas has an unmatched history demonstrating our expertise within the field. 

With 29,000 employees globally, Vestas is a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 

Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives, and gives everyone equal access to opportunity. 

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