Job Description

• Play a key role in a unique waste-to-energy operation
• Lead environmental compliance and safety systems on site
• Be part of a high-impact operation supporting paper manufacturing

This is a hands-on Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) role supporting Visy’s Co-Generation (CoGen) plant in Coolaroo - an innovative waste-to-energy operation that powers on-site paper manufacturing. The EHS Officer will take ownership of environmental compliance and safety performance across a 24/7 industrial site, working closely with operations and contractors to ensure regulatory requirements are met while fostering a proactive, high-performing safety culture.

What you'll do:

• Lead environmental compliance across multiple permits and licences, ensuring alignment with EPA and regulatory requirements
• Manage environmental monitoring and reporting (emissions, waste and air quality)
• Drive safety systems including incident investigations, audits, inspections and corrective actions
• Support and influence a strong safety culture through coaching, engagement and visible site presence
• Play a key role in planning and safely delivering the annual shutdown, through contractor management, risk assessment and the implementation of mitigation measures.

What You Will Bring:

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or similar
• OHS qualifications will also be highly regarded
• 2–5 years’ experience in EHS within manufacturing, energy, mining or similar heavy industry
• Strong understanding of environmental regulations, permits and compliance frameworks
• Experience with safety systems, incident investigation and risk management
• Ability to influence, engage and build trust with operators, trades and contractors on site

What you’ll love when you join us:

• Be part of Victoria’s only truly operational waste-to-energy CoGen facility
• Play a key role in diverting significant waste from landfill, reducing environmental impact and supporting circular outcomes
• Opportunities for further training and career advancement within the company
• Enjoy discounts from RSEA, Avis, Harvey Norman and other retail partners
• Salary sacrificed novated leasing available

About Visy:

Visy is a leader in packaging, paper and recycling, powering the circular economy through integrated manufacturing and resource recovery. At our Coolaroo site, the Co-Generation (CoGen) plant plays a critical role in supporting Visy’s pulp and paper operations. The facility converts non-recyclable waste materials into energy, generating electricity and steam that helps power the adjacent paper manufacturing sites. This reduces reliance on grid energy while diverting hundreds of tonnes of waste from landfill each day. By transforming residual materials into a valuable energy source, the CoGen plant directly contributes to the efficiency, sustainability and cost-effectiveness of Visy’s paper production, helping close the loop within our recycling and manufacturing system.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be a key player in shaping our future!

You will be required to meet Visy’s employment criteria which will include a criminal history check and pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol testing)

Visy is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

This role is only open to candidates currently residing in Australia with full working rights.