Environmental Regulatory Advisor

Airswift is seeking an Environmental Regulatory Advisor in Melbourne, VIC, Australia. The role involves stakeholder consultation, overseeing environmental and regulatory programs, and ensuring compliance with environmental standards. Responsibilities include developing compliance plans, coordinating with contractors, conducting inspections, and preparing reports. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields and experience in environmental or health sectors, preferably in construction or extractive industries.
About Airswift

Airswift is an international workforce solutions provider. With 1000 employees and 9,000 contractors operating in over 70 countries, Airswift's geographical reach, experience and expertise across the energy, mining, infrastructure and technology sectors is unparalleled.

About the Role

This is a stakeholder consultation advisor role. Consultation is predominantly focused on community with a small aspect associated with regulators. Acts as the single point of contact for all environmental and regulatory matters. Oversees and coordinates environmental and regulatory programs, including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning.

Position: Environmental Regulatory Advisor
Location: Melbourne
Indicative Term of Contract: 12 months (Starts June 2025)

Tasks & Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with consultants and the Project Team (PT) for ESHIA and EMP preparation.
• Develop, coordinate endorsement of, and implement the project's Regulatory Compliance Plan and Environmental Management Plan.
• Support the SHE Manager in E&R activities, implementing best practices and sharing lessons learned.
• Obtain required project permits/licenses/approvals; monitor compliance status.
• Ensure environmental, socioeconomic, and health requirements are integrated into project designs and plans.
• Provide input on environmental, socioeconomic, and health matters for EPC Contractor ITT packages.
• Offer cost and schedule estimates for regulatory approvals, ESHIA, EMP, and E&R deliverables.
• Recommend mitigation measures for environmental, socioeconomic, and health impacts; oversee implementation.
• Work with EPC contractors to develop acceptable E&R plans (EMP, Waste Management, Spill Response, etc.).
• Review EPC contractor E&R plans for compliance and completeness.
• Provide guidance to PT and contractors on regulatory compliance and E&R performance.
• Develop and implement EMP monitoring procedures for environmental, socioeconomic, and health matters.
• Coordinate monitoring activities with Site Construction Managers/Supervisors.
• Assist PT and contractors with EMP implementation and E&R performance.
• Conduct routine inspections of EPC contractor work sites for E&R compliance.
• Investigate, document, and report E&R compliance issues and non-compliance.
• Ensure timely submission of EMP monitoring and reporting forms/documents.
• Prepare internal and external E&R compliance reports for stakeholders and government/lenders.
• Coordinate activities of hired technical experts for E&R tasks.
• Support PT with special studies and reports related to E&R topics and compliance.
• Manage communication between field locations and Project SHE Manager on E&R matters.
• Coordinate and participate in training/awareness sessions on E&R and EMP implementation.

Skills & Qualifications:
• University degree in Natural/Environmental Sciences, Resource Management, Social Sciences, Engineering, or related fields.
• Experience in environmental, socioeconomic, or health fields, preferably in construction or extractive industries.
• Knowledge of external project financing is beneficial.
• Understanding of country-specific regulations is an advantage.
• Strong English communication skills; familiarity with local languages is a plus.
• Good interpersonal, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work positively in a team-oriented environment.

Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered. (Australia Citizen, PR Holder, or Valid Australia working VISA)

Interested or know someone who fits the role? Let's connect!
? hassan.reza@airswift.com