Environmental Advisor

Environmental Advisor – Iron Ore

Permanent | 8&6 Roster | $130k–$150k + Super

TS Staffing are recruiting a Environmental Advisor to support mining and processing operations at an established iron ore operation in Western Australia.

Reporting to the Environmental Manager, this is a hands-on site role covering environmental compliance, statutory reporting, monitoring and the development of environmental management plans, procedures and Safe Work Instructions.

We're looking for someone with the technical knowledge and practical experience to take ownership of assigned responsibilities, work independently and deliver accurate, timely outcomes without constant supervision.

Environmental Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure site activities comply with applicable WA environmental legislation, approvals, licences and management plans.

• Prepare statutory environmental reports and regulatory submissions to DWER, DMPE and DCCEEW, including reporting associated with EPBC approvals.

• Maintain compliance registers and reporting schedules, identify compliance gaps and follow through on corrective actions.

Environmental Plans, Procedures & Safe Work Instructions

• Develop, review and maintain environmental management plans, procedures and Safe Work Instructions (SWIs).

• Translate legislative requirements, approval conditions and site risks into practical environmental controls.

• Support implementation and verify procedures are being followed across site operations.

Environmental Monitoring & Site Activities

• Undertake and coordinate environmental monitoring, including dust, water, noise, flora and fauna.

• Conduct site inspections, audits and environmental incident investigations.

• Provide environmental advice relating to clearing, ground disturbance and other mining and processing activities.

Contractor Engagement & Systems

• Work directly with mining and processing contractors and operational teams to support environmental compliance.

• Utilise Environment Online, Resources Online, SharePoint and other environmental reporting and document management systems.

• Maintain accurate environmental monitoring records and supporting documentation.

Mine Closure and Rehabilitation

• Support the development, review and implementation of Mine Closure Plans and progressive rehabilitation programmes in accordance with WA regulatory requirements.

• Monitor rehabilitation activities, assess performance against closure criteria and maintain records to support compliance reporting and rehabilitation obligations.

About You

• Minimum 4 years' environmental experience, ideally within an operational mining environment.

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline.

• Strong working knowledge of WA environmental legislation, regulatory approvals and statutory reporting requirements.

• Experience with mine closure

• Demonstrated experience preparing compliance reports and developing environmental management plans, procedures and SWIs.

• Practical, organised and confident engaging with operational teams and contractors.

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with an established WA iron ore operator.

• 8&6 roster.

• $130,000–$150,000 + superannuation, depending on experience.

• Hands-on environmental role supporting mining and processing operations.