Principal - Environment & Approvals

17 hours ago

Perth, Western Australia United Talent Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Based in our Perth corporate office, with regular travel to site, this role reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and provides both strategic direction and hands-on execution of all environmental functions.

This is a senior role within the overall corporate teams, managing the function, without the worry of direct reports. The Principal will work collaboratively across departments and with site personnel to deliver environmental outcomes, manage monitoring data, and maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage all environmental approvals, licences, and compliance processes for the operations.
  • Liaise with DMIRS, DWER, and other regulatory authorities to obtain, amend, and maintain environmental approvals.
  • Coordinate environmental monitoring programs and data analysis with site teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Review, interpret, and report on monitoring data, identifying trends and ensuring compliance with conditions and commitments.
  • Maintain and continuously improve the companys Environmental Management System (EMS).
  • Provide high-level environmental advice and support to senior management and operational teams.
  • Prepare reports, submissions, and updates on environmental performance for both internal and external stakeholders.
  • Support incident response, corrective actions, and environmental risk management.

Benefits

  • Take full ownership of environmental approvals and compliance across a growing, privately owned mining company.
  • Operate independently in a key leadership position, supported by an experienced and approachable executive team.
  • Work closely with decision-makers who value initiative, integrity, and efficiency.
  • Enjoy competitive remuneration and a role that offers both corporate and operational exposure.

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