Job Description

The opportunity

Downer is looking for an Environment and Sustainability Officer to support the Unitywater Program based in the Moreton Bay and Sunshine Coast region.

This is a great opportunity for a recent graduate or early career environmental professional looking to build practical experience in the utilities and infrastructure industry.

Working with experienced environmental professionals, you will support operational teams with environmental compliance, reporting, inspections, approvals and improvement initiatives. You will receive practical training, mentoring and opportunities to develop your environmental and sustainability capability.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting environmental and sustainability activities across the Unitywater Program
• Assisting with environmental inspections, audits and monitoring
• Preparing environmental management plans and project documentation
• Maintaining environmental licence, permit and approval registers
• Supporting environmental incident investigations and corrective actions
• Assisting with monthly environmental and sustainability reporting
• Coordinating information for National Greenhouse and Energy Reporting
• Reviewing environmental data and identifying trends
• Supporting environmental training and awareness activities
• Working with operational teams, clients and regulators
• Travelling to project sites when required
• Contributing to improvements in environmental systems and processes

What we’re looking for

You are an enthusiastic and organised environmental professional who is ready to learn and build practical experience.

You will have:

• A tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Energy, Environmental Management, Sustainability or a related field
• A basic understanding of environmental compliance, sustainability principles and environmental management systems
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
• Effective planning, organisation and time management skills
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel and other applications to analyse and present data
• The ability to learn new systems and software
• A collaborative and practical approach
• A current driver licence

Previous experience in environmental management, sustainability, construction, infrastructure or utilities would be helpful but is not essential.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements where possible
• Training and mentoring from experienced environmental professionals
• Opportunities to develop your career in environment and sustainability
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Exposure to environmental compliance, auditing, reporting and project delivery
• Access to career opportunities across Downer
• A workplace focused on Zero Harm, inclusion and continuous improvement

About Energy and Utilities

Downer’s Energy and Utilities business provides end to end services across power, gas, water, renewable energy and telecommunications infrastructure. We work closely with our customers and communities to deliver essential services and infrastructure that support Australia and New Zealand.

Downer is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, women, members of the LGBTQIA plus community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity, please submit your resume through the online application process.

Applications will not be accepted via email. For further information about this position, please contact the recruitment team through the details provided in the advertisement.

Downer does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. Please do not forward resumes to our recruitment team or hiring managers. Downer will not be responsible for any placement fees relating to unsolicited resumes.