Environmental Specialist

There's never been a better time to be in energy. And there's never been a more exciting time to be at Endeavour Energy.

More than 2.7 million people across New South Wales rely on us every day for the supply of safe and reliable power to their homes and businesses. We employ more than 1,700 people across our catchment, making us one of the largest employers in Sydney's Greater West.

We need talented people who care about one another and the work they do. Why? Because we're one of Australia's fastest growing networks, connecting 20,000 new customers each year, including the Western Sydney Aerotropolis. And when we power together, we go further, faster; towards a smarter, more sustainable future for us all.

**About the role**:
The Environmental Specialist is responsible for partnering with the business to provide environmental leadership, driving changes to support the corporate strategy and associated projects, manage environmental approvals and provide environmental planning advice and support, develop and relevant processes or systems, and mentoring and capacity building on complex and challenging environmental issues.

**Key accountabilities**
- Support, motivate and drive change to achieve environmental sustainability outcomes, building constructive partnerships and focus on service delivery for the business
- Manage environmental approval process for projects and works to support the achievement of compliance obligations and sustainable outcomes
- Manage the preparation/ co-ordination of specialised environmental reports, plans and associated consultants/contracts
- Liaise with a wide range of relevant external stakeholders as required and establish effective working relationships
- Conduct and deliver environmental: auditing programs; inspections; risk management, incident investigations and effective actions
- Contribute to environmental education, awareness programs and environmental sustainability projects
- Assist in maintaining and implementing the Environmental Management System (EMS) and supporting workers in the implementation of the EMS

**On offer**:

- Be part of a culture that focuses on care and performance; care for one another and for the customer
- Access a variety of opportunities to step up and lead in a rapidly changing sector
- Feel recognised and rewarded for your contribution
- Take pride in working for an organisation that provides an essential service and is playing its part in enabling the energy transition
- Access to training, personal development and career progression

**About you**:
An energised individual who demonstrates a positive attitude with supportive and professional behaviours that align with Endeavours culture, with the ability to engage confidently with our team, customers and stakeholders.

**Required Qualifications**
- Degree in Environmental Management, Environmental Planning, Environmental Horticulture or a similar discipline.

**Licenses/Tickets**
- C Vehicle license up to 4.5 tonnes gross vehicle mass (GVM)
- Workcover Induction for Construction Work - General Course

Applications close - **20 February 2025.**

**When we power together, we can achieve so much more.**

At Endeavour Energy, having a diverse and inclusive workplace makes us better, safer, and stronger. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, motivated, valued, included and respected.

Endeavour Energy is a critical infrastructure organisation and performs various background checks to evaluate the suitability of an applicant before making an employment offer to ensure the security and protection of its assets.