Senior Environment & Sustainability Advisor Job in Whanganui Recruiting by Downer

Senior Environment & Sustainability Advisor Environmental, Earth & Geosciences (Science & Technology) Part of Downer Group, our newly formed Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit brings amazing capability to the people of Australia and what matters most to them. We run hospitals, manage client data centres, we take asset management risk, and we are a trusted advisor and partner to our New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces. Arguably no other business within Downer better embodies our purpose; to enable our communities to thrive. Join us on the journey We currently have an opportunity for a Senior Environment & Sustainability Advisor to join our team. This role will report to Business Unit Environment and Sustainability Manager and can be based in Wellington, Christchurch or Palmerston North. You will lead environmental compliance on the Defence Contracts; ensuring RMA compliance; ensuring compliance to environmental legislation and providing technical support, coaching and mentoring to the site based Operations teams. What you'll do The role has a broad remit, with key responsibilities outlined below: The success and achievement of the position is measured on the compliance of each site to the required RMA; the proactive management of issues; and ensuring ongoing compliance through internal audits and direction to site management. Work with the National Asset and Compliance Manager and the site Facility Managers to develop site specific Environmental Management Plans (EMP) and Environmental Risk Registers. Conduct auditing activities to ensure adequate implementation of the EMP requirements, according to the Contract audit and verification schedule. Provide guidance to the Operations teams in responding to and coordinating a response and mitigating ecological and regulatory impacts of environmental incidents. Coach and train Operation team members in conducting investigations to root cause, developing SMART preventive actions, and sharing lessons learnt with the business in line with the company's philosophy of continuous improvement. Lead monthly environmental and sustainability reporting processes for the Defence contract for SICS business unit What you'll bring A Formal qualification in an Environmental discipline to at least NZQA Level 4. Understanding of and management of site RMA requirements and other NZ legislation. Previous experience of practical application and implementation of environmental process and disciplines in an operations environment. Conversant with and ability to influence environmental outcomes in planning and implementation stages of work activities, with the aim of creating a Zero Harm culture. Experience in environmental auditing and verification protocols aimed at attaining third party accreditations. More than anything, you'll have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a drive to provide high quality outcomes for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit and our clients. Why work for us? Working for the Social Infrastructure and Citizen Services business unit, means being part of something new and exciting. With a bright future ahead of us, you find purpose here and have the opportunity to directly impact and contribute positively to our future. You'll also find a range of benefits available such as: Training and development to support your career. Internal career opportunities across the Downer Group business Affordable healthcare covers, discounted car purchase and rental (with selected brands), and other retail discounts. An Employee Assistance Program providing access to professionals to support you (and your family) to achieve your personal or professional goals through wellbeing coaching, counselling, financial advice, legal advice and more. This exciting role offers you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a highly successful organisation. If you are passionate about what you do and motivated to succeed, then apply now. Downer Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. We do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, colour, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Accordingly, we encourage applications from people of diverse backgrounds, including First Nations People and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Report this job advert Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr