At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead environmental management and compliance across forestry operations for a sustainable future.
- Company: Join Plantation Pine Products, part of the Borg Group, committed to sustainability.
- Benefits: Opportunity to influence environmental strategy and work in a diverse role.
- Other info: Hands-on role with site engagement in the Bathurst/Orange region.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on environmental outcomes while shaping systems and governance.
- Qualifications: Degree in Environmental Science or related field; strong compliance knowledge required.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 $ per year.
Build a sustainable future with Plantation Pine Products.
As part of the Borg Group, we manage the full forestry lifecycle, from plantation management and harvesting through to supply into Australian manufacturing operations.
We're seeking a hands‐on Environmental Manager to lead and strengthen our environmental framework across forestry operations.
You'll assess current practices, identify improvement opportunities, implement practical systems, and provide environmental leadership both in the field and at a strategic level.
This role suits an Environmental Scientist who enjoys balancing strategy with execution and delivering real environmental outcomes.
The role
You will take ownership of environmental management across the business, including plantation forestry operations, regulatory compliance, certification requirements and environmental governance.
Key responsibilities
- Manage forestry document control, compliance records, operational procedures and spatial data across plantation and timber supply operations.
- Lead regulatory, environmental and certification compliance, including permits, licences, PEFC requirements and Codes of Practice.
- Develop and maintain environmental and operational management systems, policies and procedures.
- Oversee GIS mapping, spatial data and compliance reporting systems.
- Coordinate audits, certification activities and field inspections to support operational compliance and continuous improvement.
- Build strong relationships with regulators, certification bodies, landowners and key stakeholders.
About you
Essential
- Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resource Management or similar.
- Knowledge of forestry regulations, Codes of Practice, EPBC requirements, and PEFC certification.
- Experience developing environmental systems, policies and governance frameworks.
- Strong understanding of environmental legislation and compliance requirements.
- Ability to work independently and drive initiatives from concept through implementation.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Willingness to spend time onsite and in the field.
- Highly regarded
- Forestry, plantation, agriculture or natural resource industry experience.
- Hands‐on experience with GIS systems and spatial data management.
- Experience establishing environmental functions in a growing organisation.
- Audit, certification or environmental compliance experience.
- Knowledge of carbon, biodiversity or sustainability reporting frameworks.
Why join Plantation Pine Products?
- Build an environmental function from the ground up.
- Influence environmental strategy and governance.
- Work across forestry, plantation and operational activities.
- Diverse role combining science, compliance and fieldwork.
- Join a growing Australian‐owned business committed to sustainability.
- Be based in the Bathurst/Orange region with regular site engagement.
Ready to make an impact?
If you're an experienced environmental professional looking for a hands‐on role where you can shape environmental systems, compliance and sustainability across forestry operations, we'd like to hear from you.
Environmental Compliance Manager in Oberon employer: Plantation Pine Products
Plantation Pine Products offers a dynamic work environment focused on sustainability and environmental leadership. Employees have the opportunity to engage in meaningful projects that contribute to real environmental outcomes while working within a supportive team culture. The company encourages professional growth through hands-on roles that balance strategic planning with execution.
