Project Environment Manager

We are a successful civil contracting business who has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1, and the enhanced resources of one of the largest, world-class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.

As a progressive, leading civil engineering firm built on the strong foundations of our unique history, we engage, enable and empower our people to be better. With you, we are altogether stronger, in building the future we want. 

About the role:

We're seeking a Project Environmental Manager to join our team for an upcoming project in West Melbourne, Victoria. Our commitment to sustainable practices is unwavering as we strive to positively impact the climate, optimise resources, and safeguard our natural surroundings, plan, implement, and manage solutions to benefit the environment, client and SWC.

• Ensure communication and compliance with all Project Environmental Legal and other Obligations.
• Support the construction team during the project start-up phase with the preparation and implementation of Construction. Environmental Management Plans (CEMP), sub-plans, environmental procedures, and environmental construction/work method statements
• Coordinating the environmental approval process for the project
• Undertake audits of the CEMP, Sub-plans, EOPs, SWMS and other environmental documentation during the construction phase
• Experience in contamination, EPA compliance, major earthworks

The successful applicant will have the following skills and experience:

• A relevant degree in Environmental Engineering, Planning or Science
• Minimum 5 years in environmental project management within civil construction
• Excellent attention to detail with up-to-date knowledge of all Victorian and Commonwealth statutory environmental and planning requirements
• Experience in implementing and managing Construction Environmental Management Plans and procedures

Next steps:

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

We have a range of additional benefits available for our employees:

• Health & Wellbeing – discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance program (EAP)
• Time for life / Work life balance – birthday leave, purchased leave program, paid parental leave and flexible work arrangements
• Financial wellbeing – competitive remuneration, annual performance bonuses, salary continuance insurance and employee share program
• Career development – training, mentoring programs, and leadership development program

Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.

Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.

Next steps

• Submit your CV online to apply for this role
• All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical and criminal history check.
• Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia

Reference code: 494923

Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.