At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead mine rehabilitation projects and provide expert technical input for environmental management.
- Company: Onterris, a purpose-driven company focused on environmental responsibility and human progress.
- Benefits: Career development opportunities, supportive culture, and a focus on real-world impact.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to enriching perspectives and fostering growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in environmental sustainability while advancing your career in a collaborative team.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in rehabilitation management and relevant tertiary qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 103500 - 126500 $ per year.
About Us
At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility, and real‑world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do.
We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven, and international.
Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants, and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments to ensure that communities and environments thrive.
A Day in the Life
The Australian arm of Onterris, formerly known as Epic Environmental, maintains the strong culture we are well known for.
The team works closely with clients, building trusted relationships and delivering high‑quality outcomes without an overemphasis on KPIs.
We support career development through internal opportunities and one‑on‑one career conversations focused on growth and progression.
We are seeking a Senior Mine Rehabilitation and Closure Specialist to join our Assessment and Approvals team based in Brisbane. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing specialist and technical input to support the delivery of mine rehabilitation and closure projects, including Progressive Rehabilitation and Closure Plans, Rehabilitation Management Plans, Mine Closure Plans and Closure Execution Plans.
- Leading or coordinating multidisciplinary technical studies to support the delivery of mining approvals and closure projects, such as final landform and cover design, mine waste rock and tailings management, mine water management, erosion modelling, growth medium assessment and revegetation strategies, and rehabilitation monitoring or certification.
- Providing technical leadership across the business in mine rehabilitation and closure matters and contributing to capacity building within the team.
- Conducting site visits to collect site data or advise clients on environmental management, rehabilitation planning, and mine closure.
- Identifying and securing market opportunities, preparing proposals, budgets, and tender documents.
- Your Expertise and Skills
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills, and abilities that help you do your best work here.
- 10+ years of experience within consulting or operational rehabilitation management.
- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Soil Science, Restoration Ecology, Geochemistry, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Expertise in rehabilitation planning, approvals, and management for the Queensland resources sector.
- Working knowledge of international closure standards and guidelines, as well as state‑based Australian environmental legislation and policies.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success.
We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants.
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Senior Mine Rehabilitation and Closure Specialist employer: Onterris
Onterris is an exceptional employer that values meaningful engagement and community impact, making it an ideal workplace for professionals passionate about social services. Located in Brisbane, our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and personal growth, offering employees opportunities to lead significant projects while contributing to positive community outcomes. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive environment, Onterris empowers its team to make a real difference in the lives of others.
