Environmental Technician - Canberra, Australia - Phillip Riley

Phillip Riley

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Canberra, Australia

1 week ago

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Description

Canberra Location

Salary + bonus available
Work with a global leader in renewable energy

Our client is seeking an experienced Environment Technician in Canberra who is excited to join a company who is looking to bring to life a portfolio of projects ensuring sustainable sources of energy, developing rural communities, spreading state of the art renewable technologies, and helping to prevent weather changes resulting by greenhouse gas emissions.

In this role, your responsibilities would include but are not limited to the following:

Assist in the development and implementation of environmental compliance programs
Undertaking audits and inspections in site and office environments
Undertake reporting to environmental authorities
Participate in Health and Safety Environmental (ISO certification process.
Traveling Interstate to our facilities
Organising and coordinating environmental activities with our contractors
Attending prestart meetings and deliver took box talks
Conducting Incident investigation and management including reporting and action follow up
Working with site and office teams ensuring compliance to current environmental legislation
Maintaining accurate records and data utilising company and external systems
Developing and delivering environmental awareness training sessions for employees & contractors
Communicating with other departments within the company regarding environmental issues that may affect them
Participate in developing and implementing environmental policies and procedures to prevent workplace incidents
Performing risk assessments to determine the potential for accidents or injuries in specific activities or work settings, develop strategies to prevent them from occurring
Advising managers about effective ways to manage their teams and contractors in an effective manner

Skills & Experience

Relevant tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science/Management or Environmental Engineering
35 years experience in a related industry, in an environmental role
Excellent Knowledge of environmental legislation
Excellent oral and written communication skills
A high level of critical thinking and problem solving skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
A high level of computer skills
A high level of organisational skills
A passion for continual improvement of environmental performance
Ability to lead and motivate on site teams in environmentally sustainable practices
Auditor qualifications are highly desirable

To apply, please submit your resume highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications.