Environmental Engineer Full Time NEW

Position: Environmental Engineer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 plus superannuation per annum

Location: West Gosford NSW 2250

Our client is a respected civil construction contractor known for successfully delivering exceptional commercial projects throughout the Sydney region for over three decades. The business is driven by strong values around safety, sustainability, and innovation, creating an environment where both people and projects are set up for success. The business is seeking an Environmental Engineer to support environmental compliance and best-practice environmental management on the construction projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure site operations maintain 100% adherence to the NSW POEO Act and site-specific Environment Protection Licenses (EPL).
• Serve as the primary technical liaison with the NSW EPA and other regulatory bodies.
• Manage and update critical documentation, including Environmental Management Plans and PIRMPs.
• Manage complex leachate treatment systems and oversee surface water and groundwater quality.
• Coordinate landfill gas monitoring and other essential pollution control programs.
• Supervise specialized environmental contractors and ensure works meet safety and technical standards.
• Analyse environmental data and prepare regulatory reports
• Identify environmental risks and implement improvement initiatives
• Prepare monthly waste contribution reports (POEO Act)
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver technical trials and reporting for resource recovery initiatives.

Requirements:

• Degree in Environmental Engineering or related discipline
• At least three (3) years of experience in environmental compliance or waste/landfill operations
• Strong knowledge of EPA and POEO legislation
• Excellent communication, reporting and organisational skills
• Current NSW Driver’s Licence (Class C).
• Construction Induction White Card.