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Brisbane, Qld, Au

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Identifying regulatory and legal requirements to obtain primary and secondary approvals for a large cross-tenure State significant development project.Responsible for the design and delivery of a strategic approvals pathway, preparing high-quality approval documentation for internal review/ sign-off.Facilitating the analysis and/or amendment of the project’s SEARs, EPBC Referral, EIS and EIAs and managing external consultants and internal parties to deliver approval milestones… Show more Identifying regulatory and legal requirements to obtain primary and secondary approvals for a large cross-tenure State significant development project.Responsible for the design and delivery of a strategic approvals pathway, preparing high-quality approval documentation for internal review/ sign-off.Facilitating the analysis and/or amendment of the project’s SEARs, EPBC Referral, EIS and EIAs and managing external consultants and internal parties to deliver approval milestones in accordance with project schedule and budgets. Supporting land and community teams in engagement activities where required.Ensuring compliance with and adherence to standards for EHS performance and behaviour consistent with Santos environmental, and health & safety vision and policies and standards.Developing and implementing consultation for the project in accordance with an overarching Stakeholder and Consultation Engagement Plan. Initiating and maintaining relationships with relevant government stakeholders within a fast-changing policy/ regulatory framework. Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Provision of expert advisory services to a QLD Government-owned corporation in the electricity/ renewable energy sector overseeing compliance of their energy, resources and infrastructure projects in partnership with business partners and other State government departments.Overseeing EA compliance obligations, to progress large-scale mining/ energy operations and development projects in regional QLD working with CS Energy’s Future Energy team.Expert capability to implement… Show more Provision of expert advisory services to a QLD Government-owned corporation in the electricity/ renewable energy sector overseeing compliance of their energy, resources and infrastructure projects in partnership with business partners and other State government departments.Overseeing EA compliance obligations, to progress large-scale mining/ energy operations and development projects in regional QLD working with CS Energy’s Future Energy team.Expert capability to implement, maintain, and continuously evolve company-wide Environmental Management Systems (AS/ NZS ISO 14001), policies, and procedures, to improve environmental performance (goals and targets) and comply with industry standards.Provision of technical advice on clean energy transitions and compliance with Commonwealth and State decarbonisation strategy and emissions reporting legislation, guidelines and policies relevant to the regulatory authorities providing advice on pre-FEED studies for upcoming energy projects.Guiding the development and delivery of Environmental Sustainability Governance (ESG) and reporting metrics (QCAP, NPI, NGERS, and ABS Energy & Waste Survey). Show less

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Founder and operator of a successful environmental consultancy providing expert advice to the energy, resources and infrastructure sectors, local/ State and Commonwealth government departments, scientists and industry groups. Responsible for facilitating environmental approvals and impact and risk assessments progressing large-scale linear infrastructure operations and renewable energy projects (wind farms, solar) in both QLD and NSW.Overseeing the preparation and amendment of… Show more Founder and operator of a successful environmental consultancy providing expert advice to the energy, resources and infrastructure sectors, local/ State and Commonwealth government departments, scientists and industry groups. Responsible for facilitating environmental approvals and impact and risk assessments progressing large-scale linear infrastructure operations and renewable energy projects (wind farms, solar) in both QLD and NSW.Overseeing the preparation and amendment of SEARs, EPBC Referrals, EIS, EIA, EA, ERA, PER, whilst designing integrated resource management strategies for compliance with site-specific environmental management plans and procedures. Provision of legislative analysis and advisory services to enhance environmental performance and meet compliance obligations within rapidly evolving policy/ regulatory frameworks.Guiding the design, implementation and modification of internal and external audits, government reporting requirements (QCAP, NPI, NGERS, Energy & Waste) and ESG programs, in accordance with AS/ NZS ISO 9001, 45001 and 14001 certification.Advanced use of local, State and Federal environmental planning / management legislation and regulations i.e. EP Act 1994 / Reg 2019, EPOLA Act 2023, QNC Act 1992, MQSH Act 1999 / Reg 2017, CMSH Act 1999, LG Act 2009 / Reg 2012, Planning Act 2016 / Reg 2017, RPI Act 2014, QH Act 1992, and EPBC Act 1999. Show less

Warriewood, New South Wales, Australia

Responsible for pre-feasibility assessments, environmental constraints analysis and preliminary environmental assessments/ investigations to secure environmental approvals for small to large development projects in NSW. Provision of advice on potential environmental issues to local Councils and private land holders early in the planning process.- Accountable for identifying all regulatory and statutory approvals required to enable large infrastructure projects to be developed and… Show more Responsible for pre-feasibility assessments, environmental constraints analysis and preliminary environmental assessments/ investigations to secure environmental approvals for small to large development projects in NSW. Provision of advice on potential environmental issues to local Councils and private land holders early in the planning process.- Accountable for identifying all regulatory and statutory approvals required to enable large infrastructure projects to be developed and constructed in regional NSW.Working with project teams and clients to deliver specialist technical advice on relevant planning schemes and policy frameworks, and viable assessment pathways.Responsible for scoping and managing complex technical studies (i.e. Flora and Fauna Assessments, Species Impact Statements, Surface and Groundwater Assessments, Erosion and Sediment Control Plans, Offset Provisions, Cultural Heritage) as part of EMPs, CEMPs, EIAs and EISs in consultation with government and private sector clients on a broad range of developments and infrastructure projects (transport, utilities, waste and recycling, industrial, resources and residential).Providing practical and achievable solutions to environmental risks, project constraints and the assessment process.Comprehensive use and interpretation of local, NSW and Commonwealth environmental and planning legalisation and frameworks i.e. NPW Act 1974/ Reg 2009, TSE Act 1995, SC Act 1938, LG Act 1993/ Reg 2005, EP&A Act 1979, BC Act 2016, CM Act 2016, NV Act 2003/ Reg 2013, FM Act 1994, and EPBC Act.Developed and maintained positive working relationships with government and private sector clients, whilst managing external consultants and internal teams to deliver project milestones in accordance with project schedules and budgets, and health, safety and environmental performance, policies and standards. Show less

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

Successfully managed and facilitated the pre-feasibility impact assessment and EIS approval for the coordinated Chevron/ Gorgon Gas Development and Janz Feed Gas Pipeline project (Gas processing facility and subsea pipeline) on Barrow Island Class-A Nature Reserve off the remote Pilbara coast of Western Australia.Provided technical and expert advisory services to meet compliance requirements with WA and Commonwealth legislation during the pre-planning, design and construction phases… Show more Successfully managed and facilitated the pre-feasibility impact assessment and EIS approval for the coordinated Chevron/ Gorgon Gas Development and Janz Feed Gas Pipeline project (Gas processing facility and subsea pipeline) on Barrow Island Class-A Nature Reserve off the remote Pilbara coast of Western Australia.Provided technical and expert advisory services to meet compliance requirements with WA and Commonwealth legislation during the pre-planning, design and construction phases. Identified and addressed approval pathways, critical issues and regulatory barriers (at local, State and Commonwealth level), land availability and constraints, infrastructure requirements (i.e. power, water, air, pipeline), and environmental stewardship program.Strategic business development activities for the LMBU securing more than $180,000 (2010) and $1.2 million (2011) in new work ensuring outcomes were in line with the existing program’s objectives. Managed the administration and integrity of Chevron’s Integrated Terrestrial and Marine Quarantine Management System.Accountable for executing project-wide level consultancy, client liaison and daily scheduling/ mobilisation of 4 x Senior Environmental Scientists and 7 x Environmental Technicians to conduct rigorous island-wide surveillance and monitoring of potential environmental impacts and risks associated with the multi-year project.Provision of health, safety and environment advice and guidance and weekly preparation and technical review of integrated report deliverables: EMPs, CEMPs, Work Readiness Packages, HSE documentation, Ecological/ Field Survey Plans, Project Interim Reports and Field Summary Reports.Coordinated GIS QAQC of data for distribution to Chevron, and worked as part of a project team in mapping and processing the weed reporting framework and database, and in the creation of geospatial maps, database reports and other products for inventory projects and contracts. Show less

Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia

Management and operation of the Alice Springs Regional Office and a multitude of complex administrative and on-ground environment and cultural heritage management programs. Cultivated and maintained high-level strategic partnerships with government, community, scientific, non-government and industry representatives.Managed and facilitated more than 5 remote area community development programs as part of Greening Australia NT’s Transforming Our Landscapes initiative delivering… Show more Management and operation of the Alice Springs Regional Office and a multitude of complex administrative and on-ground environment and cultural heritage management programs. Cultivated and maintained high-level strategic partnerships with government, community, scientific, non-government and industry representatives.Managed and facilitated more than 5 remote area community development programs as part of Greening Australia NT’s Transforming Our Landscapes initiative delivering wetland and cultural heritage protection incentives in collaboration with land managers and community groups on remote-area pastoral properties and Aboriginal Land Trusts. Provided leadership / supervisory role to 2 x FT staff (Biodiversity Conservation Coordinator and Nursery Manager) including part-time consultants and personnel, and overseeing of operations and volunteer involvement at the municipal Nursery. Responsible for collection of all field data for the NT Water for Life Program, including establishment of standards for measurement and assessment. Participated in soil and ground water sampling programs and other field quality control.Prepared, submitted and managed $1.5m in successful national and regional funding proposals (Caring for Country initiative), developing and overseeing program budgets, providing milestone reports and project acquittals, attending staff meetings and participating in organisational communication and bi-weekly conferences.Increased the client base and scope of commercial opportunities within the Alice Springs municipality and broader region and overseeing the successful implementation, management and planning of new EMS projects. Prepared, developed and submitted formal quotations and associated documentation totaling more than $539,500. Show less

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

Responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of 30 on-ground vegetation management programs/ contracts with Gold Coast Council within the Gold Coast region. Coordinated the day-to-day on-ground project activities of 3 crews (6 staff) including the procurement of materials, consumables and equipment, sourcing and engaging of sub-contractors, to ensure work was completed on time and within budget. Consulted with and provided project progress to the Natural Area Division… Show more Responsible for the planning, coordination and delivery of 30 on-ground vegetation management programs/ contracts with Gold Coast Council within the Gold Coast region. Coordinated the day-to-day on-ground project activities of 3 crews (6 staff) including the procurement of materials, consumables and equipment, sourcing and engaging of sub-contractors, to ensure work was completed on time and within budget. Consulted with and provided project progress to the Natural Area Division Manager and Technical Officer and undertook the planning and preparation of activity and work schedules, additionally providing support, advice and information on relevant environmental management and business matters. Researched, prepared, developed and submitted quotations and associated documentation totaling $191,758.20 and generated additional work totaling $95,040.00. Responsible for administrative tasks such as the preparation of work orders, reports, briefing notes, correspondence, and other documentation as directed in relation to work programs / operations activities and regularly undertook SOP’s and Work Method Statements of individual project sites and staff operations.Assisted in the development and composition of environmental and vegetation management plans and strategies for new and upcoming projects. Show less

Daintree, Queensland, Australia

Autonomous representative of the ARF providing expert advice, support and training to private landowners, community members and conservation groups in land and water rehabilitation, wildlife management, native vegetation management, Council development applications and biodiversity protection.Responsible for the facilitation of the ARF Daintree Conservation Initiative, Rainforest Stewardship Program and Endangered Species Recovery program, promoting and administrating financial… Show more Autonomous representative of the ARF providing expert advice, support and training to private landowners, community members and conservation groups in land and water rehabilitation, wildlife management, native vegetation management, Council development applications and biodiversity protection.Responsible for the facilitation of the ARF Daintree Conservation Initiative, Rainforest Stewardship Program and Endangered Species Recovery program, promoting and administrating financial stewardship assistance for on-ground conservation works, biodiversity protection and cultural heritage management on private lands within the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. Project management and planning of 25 ARF-owned properties (1 - 80 ha) overseeing more than 5 large-scale projects and leading project teams to undertake wildlife and cultural heritage protection, weed and pest management, rainforest restoration plantings, native vegetation management, flora and fauna surveys, scientific research, maintenance and construction.Conducted regular monitoring activities and reported to the Chief Executive Officer and EPA/QPWS on their status and management regimes, also responsible for the management planning, operations, maintenance and reporting of ARF assets and infrastructure.Initiated collaborative working relationships with local Daintree and Cape Tribulation landholders, community members, conservation groups, consultants, contractors, project partners, private and Government departments to initiate and maintain positive community development, education and capacity. Developed the working framework for an innovative integrated weed management incentive strategy as part of the ARF’s Rainforest Stewardship Program, developing a grants initiative and landholder training workshop focused on achieving landholder capacity building in the Daintree and Mission Beach areas. Show less

Atherton, Queensland, Australia

Responsible for the management, leadership, daily duty allocation and on-job training of the Eacham Shire Council Revegetation Unit (1 x FT employee, 2 x FT Trainees and 2 x Casuals) in the field and ESC Nursery. Day-to-day management of more than 22 ESCRU project sites located within the Eacham and Atherton Shire through the on-ground planning, coordination and implementation of large-scale rainforest restoration plantings and catchment management projects on various land tenures… Show more Responsible for the management, leadership, daily duty allocation and on-job training of the Eacham Shire Council Revegetation Unit (1 x FT employee, 2 x FT Trainees and 2 x Casuals) in the field and ESC Nursery. Day-to-day management of more than 22 ESCRU project sites located within the Eacham and Atherton Shire through the on-ground planning, coordination and implementation of large-scale rainforest restoration plantings and catchment management projects on various land tenures. Site assessment and preparation, native plant establishment, noxious/environmental weed control and maintenance (chemical, cultural and mechanical) under physically and environmentally intensive conditions.Liaised with and undertook project works in conjunction with contractors, community groups, rural landholders and the general public and developed and maintained partnerships with a multitude of stakeholders. Purchasing/ allocation of supplies and equipment for work projects and the ESC Nursery and provided the Technical Officer(s) with accurate and timely information on labour and job costs/times, project management schedules and all communication undertaken with private landholders, project bodies and relevant state agencies and departments within ESC.Represented 3 ESC departments - Health and Environment, Parks and Gardens and ESCRU as the Workplace Health and Safety representative attending monthly meetings and undertaking Risk Watch assessment of ESC/ ESCRU work practices and workplace infrastructure. Show less