Senior Environmental Advisor (18 months - Fixed Term)
An opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Environmental Advisor for a 18 month fixed term position in Karratha, Western Australia.
Summary about this job
Health, Safety & Environment
Company: Yara Pilbara Fertilisers Pty Ltd
Location: Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara
Work type: Contract/Temp
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Phone: +61-3-6679-4863
Fax: +61-3-6510-6561
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About the business
Yara´s knowledge, products and solutions grow farmers', distributors' and industrial customers' businesses profitably and responsibly, while protecting the earth's resources, food and environment.
Our fertilizers, crop nutrition programs and technologies increase yields, improve product quality and reduce the environmental impact of agricultural practices. Our industrial and environmental solutions improve air quality by reducing emissions from industry and transportation, and serve as key ingredients in the production of a wide range of goods. We foster a culture that promotes the safety of our employees, contractors and societies.
Founded in 1905 to solve emerging famine in Europe, today, Yara has a worldwide presence, with close to 13,000 employees and sales to about 160 countries.
About the role
The Senior Environmental Advisor is responsible for the implementation and coordination of allocated environmental management programs and projects in additional to assisting the environment function and Yara Pilbara on environmental legal obligations and commitments at its Pilbara plants.
Key responsibilities:
- Deliver strategic environment projects and programs as required and work with all stakeholders in relation to project execution
- Assist in the implementation of environmental management systems in accordance with legislation, standards, Company Procedures, HESQ Operating Standards and industry best practice (including working towards ISO14001 certification)
- Ensure environmental objectives are met through consultation with internal departments, contractors, corporate groups and external stakeholders
- Support the environmental approvals and reporting process
- Assist in delivery of routine and non-routine internal and external environmental reports
- Communicate the Companies environmental stewardship responsibilities to internal and external stakeholders
- Manage environment contractors to ensure environmental compliance
- Provide support to department managers as needed
- Assist in mentoring of Environmental Officers
- Provide support to Environmental Superintendent and HESQ manager
Skills and experience
- Postgraduate qualification in Environmental Management – Desirable
- Minimum of 5 years working experience in a Senior Environmental or Environment Consulting role
- Minimum of 10 years Environmental experience preferably within the Petrochemical or Resources sector
- Significant experience managing environment projects and issues
- Minimum of 3 years' experience in a leadership role
- Extensive knowledge of both Commonwealth and State environmental and heritage legislation requirements
- Lead auditor certification preferred (OH&S/Environment)
- Fluent English is essential