Environment Advisor

UGL is seeking an Environment Advisor to implement and monitor the Environmental Management System for UGL Regional Linx in Blue Mountains, NSW. The role involves delivering environmental planning, ensuring compliance for enhancement projects, conducting site monitoring, and supporting incident investigations. Qualifications include a tertiary qualification in Environment and Heritage, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and knowledge of environmental legislation.
Company Overview

UGL: A diversified services company delivering critical assets and essential services that sustain and enhance our environment. We offer a broad range of services and whole-of-life solutions for various industries, utilizing sustainable and innovative technologies.

UGL Regional Linx (UGLRL): A wholly owned subsidiary of UGL, headquartered in Orange, NSW, with regional depots throughout the state. Our team, with over 85% based in regional NSW, is dedicated to understanding and meeting the needs of our customers, passengers, and communities. We manage the CRN – Country Regional Network, ensuring safe and efficient transportation of people and goods across NSW and connecting Sydney to many important regional centers.

Job Purpose

Working closely with the HSE Manager, you will play a vital role in implementing UGLRL's Environmental Management System. Your expertise and dedication will support enhancement projects and ensure compliance with environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

Implement and monitor the UGLRL Environmental Management System.

Deliver environmental planning, solutions, and coordination, specifically for Enhancements Projects or as directed by the HSE Manager.

Provide support and guidance across various Enhancements Projects, ensuring environmental compliance and safety.

Assist in responding to incidents, leading or participating in investigations of WHSE events.

Conduct site monitoring, reporting, and review the development and implementation of all Environmental Documentation for Enhancement Projects.

Foster the establishment and ongoing support of the One HSE Culture program.

Support the response, recovery, and Lessons Learnt from incidents.

Ensure all UGL and sub-contractor personnel are adequately accredited for HSE requirements.

Conduct HSE assessment of plant and equipment as needed.

Contribute to incident reporting and monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting requirements.

Support the development and implementation of the Environmental Management System to manage and mitigate environmental impacts from maintenance and project works.

Assist in drafting Environmental Impact Assessments for major periodic maintenance activities.

Provide environmental training and inductions on relevant issues to UGL staff and sub-contractors, maintaining records of such training.

Implement and monitor environmental control requirements, such as sediment and erosion control measures.

Review sub-contractors' Environmental Management Plans, procedures, records, and activities.

Manage risks associated with environmental hazards, incidents, and controls.

Conduct audits and inspections of environmental control implementations.

Qualifications

Tertiary Qualification (Diploma or greater) in an Environment and Heritage related discipline preferred.

Incident Investigation Training (ICAM preferable).

Internal Auditor (Environmental Auditing advantageous).

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role in transport operations.

In-depth knowledge of Environmental legislation.

Proven capability to develop and implement safety management systems.

About Us

UGL is known for our end-to-end engineering, construction, and maintenance services across various sectors, including rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables, water, and defense markets. We partner with the world’s leading companies and government agencies.

Diversity: We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate backgrounds, ideas, work styles, and perspectives. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage applications from women, individuals with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature-aged workers, and those from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Our recruitment process includes relevant screening checks, such as a national criminal history check and pre-employment medical assessments, including drug and alcohol screening.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career with UGL? We invite you to join our supportive and inclusive team as an Environment Advisor.

Ref: 263401

Discipline

Environmental Advisor

Primary Location

Australia-NSW-Blue Mountains & Central West

Work Type

Full-time