Job Description

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Closure and Environmental Liabilities Specialist

The opportunity

As our Closure and Environmental Liabilities Specialist, you will have experience in providing technical advice regarding closure strategies, closure cost estimating, and closure implementation across the mining, oil and gas, and / or energy sectors. Please note this is a Senior Consultant level position.

The EY Climate Change and Sustainability Services Team has recently been recognised by Verdantix as the global leader in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) consulting. Our Oceania business comprises a multidisciplinary team of more than 250 passionate professionals providing support and advice to clients across all market sectors. We are the leading sustainability consulting practice in Oceania, and work across the full spectrum of sustainability and climate change issues, including ESG strategy and due diligence, outcomes measurement, climate risk and decarbonisation, and environmental liabilities. We have a strong focus on the technical development of our teams and developing the next generation of sustainability professionals.

At EY we also walk the talk. We are carbon negative and are on-track to reach net-zero emissions by 2050. We have recently been recognised as one of the Top 100 Companies in Sustainability and described as ‘ambitious innovators’ in the market. Our market leading EY Net Zero Centre brings together the firm’s expertise in climate change, energy transition and organisational strategy to support our clients to decarbonise their businesses. We recognise that the ESG and decarbonisation imperatives are central to ‘Building a Better Working World’ and are committed to supporting our clients and communities in managing the transition.

This is a hybrid position and we are open to locations all around Australia. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options.

Your key responsibilities

• Support our clients to manage their asset closure strategies and costs
• Support EY’s financial assurance teams to assess the reasonableness of closure plans and cost estimates that underlie our clients reported closure and environmental provisions.
• Clearly communicate findings and recommendations to key internal and external stakeholders
• Contribute to strategy, solutions, methodologies, analytical frameworks and tools to help clients succeed and navigate complex regulatory environments and manage stakeholder expectations associated with asset closures
• Support ESG due diligence and sustainability assurance and advisory services, especially across the resources and other heavy industry sectors
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key business decision-makers, both internally and externally
• Identify and communicate trends, developments, and key performance drivers relevant to our clients, while demonstrating a deep understanding of asset closure, rehabilitation, and closure risks and opportunities
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team across a range of industries on environmental management related challenges

Skills and attributes for success

• Knowledge of, and experience in, cost estimating/modelling for the closure/rehabilitation of large resources assets.
• Understanding of common asset closure techniques, materials, and equipment
• Ability to understand complex risks associated with asset closure
• Tertiary degree in a related field, preferably Engineering, Environmental Sciences, and / or Finance or similar disciplines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team and environment.
• Outstanding project and time management skills and written and oral communication skills

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

• Knowledge of closure policy, legislation, guidance and standards across Australia as well as a good understanding of the legislative trends relating to asset closure
• Experience completing or participating in financial assurance processes, or
• Experience working on operating sites.

What we offer you

At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more

• Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
• Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

• A comprehensive benefits package From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits

• Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at ey.com/en_au/careers/indigenous

Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.

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