Job Description

Senior Environmental Advisor - Senior Environmental Advisor - 1-year Tenure with possibility of extension

This exciting role is reporting to the Environment Superintendent, and you will be part of an outstanding team of dynamic environment, approvals, and community professionals, committed to high performance.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• An absolute commitment to working safely, complying with all site safety standards and ensuring a safe and environmentally healthy workplace is essential.
• Coordinate and track monitoring and sampling for Air, Surface water, Groundwater Soils, Sediments, potable water and wastewater.
• Assessment of results against standards
• Participation and input into the ongoing development and implementation of the site’s Environmental Management System, including the development of Work Instructions and Procedures and assisting with Plans
• Coordinate reporting programs involving NGERS, NPI, weekly/monthly reporting, DES waste reporting and Permit Returns
• Managing, investigating, and reporting on environmental incidents
• Providing general environmental advice and assistance to the site operations
• Coordinating and development of environmental projects
• Assist EAC department and others as required.
• Learning and growing with our team, sharing your ideas and being part of creating innovative solutions to complex issues

About you:

Essential

• A passion to excel as an environmental professional.
• 4+ years’ experience working on a mine (preferably metalliferous) site in an environmental role with similar responsibilities
• Strong commitment and focus on achieving positive environmental and safety outcomes.
• Tertiary qualification(s) in environmental science or closely related disciplines.
• High level of attention to detail, an ability to interpret data and problem solve.
• Basic knowledge of Environmental Management Systems
• Experienced at coordinating and preparing internal and external reports
• A current manual drivers’ licence approved in Queensland.
• Experience in managing environmental consultants and contractors
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to deliver quality work within tight deadlines
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with Microsoft suite, GIS software and environmental databases
• Must live within the Townsville, Burdekin, Charters Towers region, or surrounding areas (within - 200km of Ravenswood) or be willing to relocate to the area.

Desirable

• Experience in the Queensland legislative environment
• AUSRIVAS accreditation.
• 4WD driving experience
• Strong QGIS skills and experience.

Nestled 120kms south of Townsville, in the vibrant landscapes of north-east Queensland, Ravenswood Gold Mine stands as a testament to both a rich legacy and the forefront of innovation. Ravenswood Gold is a private Australian company jointly owned by EMR Capital (EMR) and Golden Energy and Resources Limited (GEAR).

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to work within a reputable mining organisation, with a long term future, and to be part of its growth and development.
• Contract position with a reputable mining company with a mine life in excess of 10 years with potential for extension
• A competitive remuneration package based on experience and skills
• Support from a team with extensive industry, site knowledge and experience
• DIDO on an 8/6 roster
• On-site accommodation and Meals provided

Applications should include the following documentation in PDF format:

• Current Resume
• Cover letter addressing suitability as outlined above.

All preferred candidates will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Nationally Coordinated Police Check, medical assessments, reference checks, and verification of qualifications.

Ravenswood Gold acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Country on which we walk, live and work. We recognise their long history on the lands upon which our operations exist today and the care they gave to these lands for thousands of years. We pay our respect to their cultures and Elders past, present and future, and recognise their continuing connection to land, air and sea.
Ravenswood Gold specifically acknowledges the Birriah People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Mine operates, the Bindal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold Townsville office and warehouse are located and the Yuggera and Turrbal People who are the Traditional Owners of the Country where the Ravenswood Gold head office is located in Brisbane.