At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate environmental compliance and support biodiversity protection on major infrastructure projects.
- Company: ACCIONA, a global leader in regenerative infrastructure with a commitment to sustainability.
- Benefits: Professional development, mentoring, and accommodation provided in a regional project camp.
- Other info: Join a Top Employer certified company that values inclusiveness and supports diverse talent.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the planet while building your career in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in environmental science or related field; compliance experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.
ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing to our mission to design a better planet.
Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Job Description
Coordinate environmental compliance across civil and terminal station works and build your infrastructure career with ACCIONA.
Benefits
- Own environmental checks across multiple active work fronts
- Partner with construction, engineering and land access teams
- Mentoring, training and education support to grow your career
About the Opportunity
Report to the Senior Advisor, Environmental (Biodiversity, Civils and Terminal Station) and coordinate compliance across civil and terminal station work fronts. You will inspect sites, observe tasks, support biodiversity protection and advise crews on environmental controls. You will review site Environmental Control Plans (ECPs) and partner with environmental, construction, engineering, land access and planning teams. The role is site-based, with accommodation provided in a regional project camp on a structured roster.
Key accountabilities for the position will be:
- Inspect civil and terminal station work fronts daily and weekly for compliance
- Advise construction teams on installing and maintaining environmental controls
- Verify work against the CEMP, ECPs, work method statements and permits
- Prepare and review site ECPs for earthworks, drainage and access routes
- Support biodiversity protection, including vegetation clearing and habitat controls
- Investigate incidents and track corrective actions through to close out
- Maintain environmental records and prepare inputs for monthly reports and audits
Required Skills and Competencies
- Tertiary environmental science, ecology or related qualification
- Environmental compliance experience with permits, CEMPs and ECPs
- Clear communication with site teams and external stakeholders
- Willingness to work in a regional camp on a structured roster
Desirable: biodiversity, GIS or EDMS tools, major infrastructure.
What we offer
At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies.
Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
Environmental Coordinator in Melbourne employer: Acciona S.A
ACCIONA is an excellent employer that values diversity and communication, making it a great place for bilingual interpreters to thrive. With a strong commitment to safety and employee well-being, the company offers camp-style accommodation and a balanced roster that promotes work-life harmony. Employees benefit from a supportive work culture and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic project environment in the Central West Orana region.
