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Senior Environmental Advisor

Employer
Newcrest Mining
Location
Cadia Valley Operations, Australia
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jun 3, 2022

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Category
Environmental Engineering/Sciences
Work Term
Contract
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English

Job Details

Experience a connection with us

Our vision is to be miner of choice for our people, shareholders, host communities, partners and suppliers. With a commitment to our people, safety and sustainability, embracing technology and innovation, we are securing our future success together. We build and maintain close relationships with our local communities, ensuring our work creates a positive social impact.

Operations near and far

Our Cadia site is located in Central West New South Wales, approximately 25 kms outside the vibrant regional town of Orange and three hours' drive from Sydney. Employees reside in the varied accommodation options in Orange, with the surrounding winery and national park areas to enjoy. Have access to the area's wide range of amenities, including a prominent health sector, excellent educational and sporting facilities, shopping, transport and other services such as childcare.

Who are we looking for:

A big focus of this 18-month contract is to ensure Cadia's compliance with monitoring and reporting compliance requirements on a range of environmental parameters as well as provide generalist environmental support. Reporting to the Superintendent Environment, you will provide advice with respect to all environmental, sustainability and technical matters.

Previous experience working in the mining industry in the environmental field is desirable. A sound knowledge of the statutory environmental requirements and the ability to provide competent advice on these requirements is equally important.

You'll be structured and well organised with exceptional time management skills and your stakeholder management and interpersonal skills will be impeccable. You will also have;
  • A Bachelor of Environmental Science or Engineering (Environmental) or equivalent
  • Experience in operating and maintaining an environmental management system, environmental risk registers and management plans.
  • Experience with managing environmental compliance in a major project
  • Project Management or proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Incident investigation, auditing skills, data analysis and report writing skills
  • Experience with air quality and noise management
  • Coordinating and managing a range of environmental monitoring programs
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic work environment
  • Understanding of NSW planning and regulatory framework for State Significant Developments


A manual driver's licence is compulsory to work at Cadia Operations.

The ability to manage and maintain compliance systems -tracking incidents, updating and maintaining environmental management plans and procedures will form as a significant part in this role. You will have a passion for compliance and process improvement and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Your ability to work to structure, experience in stakeholder and change management along with ability to prioritise and think quickly on your feet will ensure your success in the role.

Our commitment to you

Our people bring our organisation to life. With us, you'll find experience all around you. Our leaders are visible and approachable, leading and supporting the organisation through transformation. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a belief in making an impact.

Look around and you'll discover opportunities to explore different pathways. Supported by development programs and guided by our leaders, you'll learn and grow in your time with us.

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Company

Newcrest is the largest gold producer listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and one of the world's largest gold mining companies.

At Newcrest we’re known for our strong technical capabilities in exploration, deep underground block caving and metallurgical processing skills. We're committed to creating a work environment where everyone can go home safe and healthy every day, and where everyone actively contributes to this outcome; operating and developing mines in line with strong environmental, social and governance practices; developing a diverse workforce; and developing and maintaining strong relationships with our communities and governments.

In 2017, we joined the International Council on Mining and Metals, an international organisation that brings together 25 mining and metals companies and over 30 regional and commodities associations dedicated to a safe, fair and sustainable mining and metals industry, and serving as a catalyst for change to enhance mining’s contribution to society.

Our Code of ConductCorporate governance framework and a comprehensive suite of company policies protect against illegal and inappropriate behaviours, such as fraud, bribery, corruption, discrimination and bullying, and articulate our position on safety, health, human rights, environment, communities, security and diversity and inclusion.

Diversity and inclusion are essential parts of Newcrest’s vision, values and company culture. Our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy 2021-2025 to learn more about how we are building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.

Our headquarters are in Melbourne, Australia with operating mines in Australia, Canada and Papua New Guinea.

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