Environment Specialist

Working at Transurban is different; it's a place where you can see the benefits of your work play out in real life, every day. We create city-sized solutions—building and operating safer, smarter, and more sustainable roads—to solve pressing transport challenges that are slowing cities down.

About the role

We're seeking an Environment Specialist
- NSW to support the operational environment management of our NSW assets.

You'll join an innovative team, that works with every part of the business and strives for excellence in everything they do.

As our Environment Specialist, you'll contribute to lasting and positive changes that shape our people and its communities. It's meaningful, challenging and exciting work.

Day-to-day, you will:
- Support the New South Wales team by providing environmental advice, implementing, reviewing and further developing the environmental management system- Manage our environmental risks and routinely review environmental datasets (e.g., water and air quality), identify trends or areas for improvement, and notify stakeholders of any emerging risks.- Oversee environmental monitoring programs, including management of specialist consultants/ contractors, reviewing data collected/ provided and reviewing contractor reports.- Maintain key business relationships, provide strong environmental leadership and a strong compliance focus while championing continuous improvement across the region.- Deliver a high-quality environmental support services to the business, while shaping our overall HSE culture.- Assist with all aspects of environmental inspections, audits, reporting and data management, including water quality, groundwater, road traffic noise, contaminated land and hazardous substances management, flora and fauna, waste management, cultural heritage, ambient and in tunnel air quality.

This role will suit someone with a curious mind and transferrable skills and experiences, including:
- Extensive experience working in an operational or major projects environment, especially in infrastructure (highly regarded).- Degree level qualifications in Environmental Engineering, Physical Sciences, Earth Sciences or equivalent.-
- A solid background in liaison with Government agencies and Councils in relation to environmental issues, initiatives and compliance.- Experience in implementation and assurance of environmental and/or integrated management systems documentation.-
- Great communication and interpersonal skills - ability to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders at all levels

With a career at Transurban, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
- A range of flexible working and leave options, including the option to purchase an additional six weeks of leave each year- 16 weeks paid parental leave (regardless of gender or carer status), with no waiting period, with Superannuation paid during unpaid leave as well- Learning and development opportunities to support your career interests- Health and wellbeing support—access to Headspace and our EAP program, wellness facilities, and more- Share offers and insurance benefits- Social activities, community give-back programs and paid volunteer days

We offer a range of flexible working and leave options, so you can balance your work and life commitments and interests. Have a conversation with us about how this could work for you.

We embrace diversity with a foundation of safety, wellbeing and inclusion; where everyone belongs. We treat everyone with fairness, consideration and respect, regardless of gender, gender identity, marital or family status, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, religious beliefs, cultural or socio-economic background, perspective, and experience - whether they work for us or not. We want to ensure everyone feels comfortable and safe to express ideas, questions and concerns.

Job Type:
Permanent

Closing Date:
10-Mar-2025 0:00

Please note: The closing date reflects the time zone of the Primary Location for this job posting.

Primary Location:
Sydney CBD, Inner West & Eastern Suburbs Sydney NSW