Environment Advisor

Our Opportunity

Work Location:  Fortescue’s Iron Bridge project is located on the traditional lands of the Nyamal people.

Roster: 8D/6R – FIFO ex Perth 

This permanent full time position is within the Environment Operations team.  Fortescue's Environment Operations department is looking for an experienced Environmental Advisor who will report directly to the Superintendent Environment. 

The role will primarily be responsible for supporting operational environmental compliance and management system obligations, with a focus on providing compliance advice to a range of environmental approvals requirements, and deliver on EPA part IV and V reporting.  Other responsibilities include environmental monitoring, data management and operational support/liaison. 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee field based environmental monitoring activities, including surface water, groundwater, dust and soil sampling
• Oversee analysis of monitoring data against trigger level and long-term trends for reporting
• Undertake internal compliance verifications to ensure environmental approval requirements are implemented
• Audit and manage environmental risk using Fortescue’s risk management systems
• Lead incident investigations and the identification and implementation of corrective actions
• Prepare annual statutory environmental compliance reports  

Qualifications and Experience

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, or equivalent.
• 4-8 years’ experience in a relevant industry role.
• Proven knowledge of WA and Federal environmental legislation and guidelines.
• Strong ability to work collaboratively with multiple levels of leadership across the organisation.
• Proficient with MS Office and general IT systems.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and prioritisation skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement and learning.

About Us

Be part of something big. Fortescue is leading the world with our plan to decarbonise our iron ore operations, projects that harness renewable energy and the development of technology that will change our planet forever.

Our Commitment

Fortescue celebrates individual strengths and team members are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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Internal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub. 

Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.