Health, Safety & Environment (Construction) Full time We're changing the way Australia generates its energy, are you ready for a change? HumeLink West Project Two CIMIC Group companies, UGL and CPB Contractors, have been selected by Transgrid to deliver the 130km western section of the HumeLink high voltage electricity transmission project.
HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission project connecting Wagga Wagga, Maragle, and Bannaby in regional NSW, significantly increasing the capacity of the electricity network in Australia's eastern states. HumeLink is one of Australia's largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365kms of proposed new transmission lines and a range of other new and upgraded infrastructure.
The HumeLink West scope of works, worth $1.4bn, includes delivery of new 500kV double circuit transmission lines spanning 130kms from Wagga Wagga Substation to a new Substation at Gugaa, the Interface Point with HumeLink East near Gundagai, and a new substation at Maragle in the Snowy Mountains for future connection to Snowy 2.0.
Working with guidance from the Environmental Manager, you will ensure compliance with the maintenance of ISO 14001 certification and Environmental Management Plan, as well as Client contract specifications and relevant environmental legislation.
What will a day in this role look like: Establish and maintain Environmental Management Plans (EMP), associated procedures, and records on environmental management to meet the client's requirements and ISO 14001. Provide environmental training and inductions on relevant environmental issues to UGL staff and sub-contractors and maintain records of such training. Co-ordinate weed inspections and washdowns of UGL and subcontractor plant and equipment as required by the client and legislation. Ensure that sediment and erosion control measures are installed and maintained to minimize the risk of environmental harm from UGL's construction activities. Review sub-contractors Environmental Management Plans, procedures, records, and activities. In conjunction with the HSSE Manager, develop and implement an audit program to monitor all the activities set out in the EMP for the project and maintain records of all monitoring activities undertaken. Record, investigate, and report on environmental incidents and complaints to the client and UGL management. Liaise with the client Environmental Officers over issues arising. Ensure that all measures are in place to avoid environmental penalties. Undertake all tasks in compliance with the Safety Management Plan, Quality Management Plan, and associated procedures. What are we looking for you to bring to the team: 5+ years relevant construction or similar Environmental Advisor experience. Transmission, Substations, and new energy experience is highly regarded. Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, or an equivalent approved qualification. Database, Word Processing, and Spreadsheet skills. Working knowledge of relevant environmental legislation. Prior working experience in ISO 14001:1996 Environmental Management Systems. Current Driver's License. Auditing Experience. About You The successful candidate will be required to hold a current Construction Industry Induction Card (White Card or equivalent) and undergo a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) prior to commencement.
Where applicable, evidence of tertiary qualifications and proof of right to work will be required prior to successful appointment.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support women in construction, Indigenous advancement and participation, and encourage people of all cultural backgrounds to apply.
We're always looking for ways to make UGL and CPB Contractors a more rewarding place to work and offer a unique set of benefits, including:
A rewarding career where we support your development, training, and promote from within. Opportunities across all construction sectors so that there is always an opportunity suitable for the next stage in your career. Competitive remuneration and excellent benefits including a health and wellbeing program, discount portal, and company-funded salary continuance insurance. Flexible work arrangements and a culture that values diversity and innovation. Please note: This role is being sourced through UGL and CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.
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