PO5 Senior Environmental Specialist

Job description

About the Role
Are you a high-level Environmental Specialist seeking to shape enterprise environmental governance? A prominent QLD State Government Department is seeking a Senior Environment Specialist to lead the technical design, development, and implementation of its modernised Environmental Management System (EMS). Working as part of a broader environmental uplift programme, you will provide authoritative specialist advice and drive consistent environmental standards across large-scale planning, construction, maintenance, and disaster response operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead technical workstreams to design, establish, and embed an enterprise-wide Environmental Management System aligned with ISO 14001 principles.
• Draft comprehensive environmental frameworks, policies, standards, procedures, and operational controls tailored to operational requirements.
• Interpret legislative obligations, conduct environmental risk assessments, and establish robust compliance assurance processes.
• Provide expert advice to internal teams, executive stakeholders, and project managers to support organisational change and capability building.
• Oversee environmental auditing, data management, and training materials to ensure long-term sustainability and operational compliance.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring substantial technical expertise alongside strong policy and documentation capabilities:

• A recognised degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, or a closely related discipline.
• Proven track record designing, developing, and implementing Environmental Management Systems within complex organisations.
• Deep understanding of environmental legislation, risk management frameworks, and best-practice governance principles.
• Exceptional report writing and analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical operational processes.
• Prior experience within public sector, construction, infrastructure, facilities management, or asset-intensive environments.

How to Apply
If you hold the required qualifications and are ready to lead this critical environmental initiative, click APPLY to submit your resume and cover letter.

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