Job Description

Environment Business Partner - Tasmania

About Us:

Jemena is an Australian energy company who own and operate more than $12.4 Billion worth of gas and electricity transportation assets across Australia supplying millions of households and businesses with these essential services every day.

We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our Group’s over 3000 team members, consistently strive to make a difference in the communities we serve.

We're looking for an Environmental Business Partner who is passionate about sustainability, environmental stewardship and working collaboratively with people to achieve meaningful outcomes.

About the Role

As an Environmental Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to the business, supporting operational and project teams to achieve strong environmental outcomes while maintaining compliance with regulatory and client requirements.

This role offers a unique blend of strategic influence and hands-on support, giving you the opportunity to contribute to environmental management systems, coach and support teams, and help embed sustainable practices across the business.

You'll be encouraged to bring your ideas, share your expertise and help shape the future of environmental performance within the organisation.

Partnering with the Business

• Build trusted relationships with operational and project teams.
• Provide practical environmental advice and support across a range of projects and activities.
• Facilitate environmental risk assessments and support the development of effective controls.
• Coach and guide teams to build environmental capability and confidence.
• Contribute to sustainability initiatives and continuous improvement programs.

Environmental Systems and Improvement

• Develop and maintain Environmental Management System documentation.
• Prepare and update environmental procedures, tools and work instructions.
• Support the development of project-specific environmental management plans.
• Identify opportunities to improve environmental performance and simplify processes.

Compliance and Assurance

• Conduct environmental audits, inspections and assurance activities.
• Monitor compliance with environmental obligations and business requirements.
• Prepare environmental reports and communicate key insights to stakeholders.
• Support the implementation of corrective and preventative actions.

Incident Management

• Support environmental incident investigations and root-cause analysis.
• Assist operational teams to identify lessons learned and opportunities for improvement.
• Promote a proactive approach to environmental risk management.

About You

You may be an experienced Environmental Advisor looking for your next step, or an Environmental Business Partner seeking a broader opportunity to influence and lead environmental outcomes.

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience working in environmental management, advisory or compliance roles.
• A sound understanding of environmental legislation and environmental management systems.
• Experience within construction, utilities, infrastructure or other operational environments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to build relationships and influence outcomes through collaboration.
• A practical and solutions-focused approach.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Desirable

• ISO 14001 Environmental Management System experience.
• Lead Auditor qualifications.
• ICAM or incident investigation training.
• Experience developing environmental management plans and compliance documentation.

Why you should come and work for us

Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process.

We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we are part of. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities. At Jemena, you belong.

Recruitment Process

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check. Notice to Third Parties: Jemena does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.