At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead environmental approvals and collaborate with stakeholders to support project success.
- Company: Join Argo Natural Resources, a people-led mining business in Queensland.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, career progression, and company-subsidised health insurance.
- Other info: Dynamic Brisbane CBD office with a focus on teamwork and long-term growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the resources industry while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science and experience in environmental approvals.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
Join Argo Natural Resources, a business built around people.
Argo Natural Resources is a people-led mining business producing high-quality steelmaking coal from assets located in Queensland’s Bowen Basin.
With operations including Carborough Downs, Ironbark No. 1, Broadlea and New Burton Mine, Argo is proud to play a vital role in Queensland’s resources industry.
This role is based at our Brisbane City Office.
Argo brings together people, performance and operational excellence to responsibly deliver the resources that help build our cities and support thriving communities.
ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
Reporting to the General Manager – Environment, as the Principal - Environmental Approvals, you will lead the development and delivery of environmental approvals across State and Federal jurisdictions, supporting the successful delivery of our projects.
You will develop approval strategies aligned with business objectives, provide expert technical advice, and work closely with Traditional Owners, government agencies and other stakeholders to navigate regulatory requirements and achieve effective approval outcomes.
You will also oversee external consultants and specialist work packages, provide input into contracts, and report on progress, schedule and budget, while contributing to broader environmental initiatives across the business.
ABOUT YOU
- Tertiary qualificationsin Environmental Scienceor a relateddiscipline.
- Demonstrated experience in preparing and delivering complex Stateand Federal environmentalapprovals, including EIS, major amendments and Federal referrals.
- Strongunderstanding of relevantenvironmental legislation, particularly the EP Act and EPBC Act.
- Strong technical writing, attention to detailand problem-solvingskills.
- Excellent planning, organisational and timemanagement skills, withthe ability tomanage competing priorities.
- Experience managing externalconsultants, specialistwork packages andstakeholder relationships.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagementskills, including workingwith government agenciesand Traditional Owners.
- Flexible and adaptable, with the abilityto respond effectivelyto changing businessneeds.
WHY ARGO?
- Monday to Friday role, based in our Brisbane CBD office.
- Attractive remuneration and other benefits available with career progression opportunities.
- Company subsidised Private Health Insurance.
- Within our Brisbane CBD office, we are building more than an office — we are building a long-term team of skilled, committed people who want to grow, contribute, and be part of our success for years to come.
- At Argo, your next career step isn’t just a move—it’s where your experience is valued, your impact is amplified, and you’re set up to excel.
When you join Argo Natural Resources, you’re joining a team with the opportunity to make a real impact, grow your career and contribute to the future of our industry.
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Argo Natural Resources is an exceptional employer that prioritises its people, offering a supportive work culture and attractive remuneration alongside career progression opportunities. Located at Ironbark No 1 in Queensland's Bowen Basin, employees are part of a dedicated team focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring that every individual can make a meaningful impact in the mining industry while growing their skills and expertise.
