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Senior Environmental Officer

Senior Environmental Officer
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CareerMine Job Id: 371381Job Summary
Title: Senior Environmental Officer Employer Job Id: -------
Location: Queensland Posted Date: October 28, 2009
Employer: Subscriber - Log In to see Company Name Closing Date: December 27, 2009

Senior Environmental Officer

[Employer] we're proud to be Australia's largest gold producer and one of the top 10 worldwide. An ASX Top 20-listed company, we have a market capitalisation of around $15 billion and a global workforce of 5,000. It's our vision to be 'Miner of Choice' for our people, our investors, and our communities, by leading the way in innovation, safety and sustainability, and providing opportunities for our people.
 
[Mine] in Central Queensland [Location] is an underground operation with high grade epithermal gold mineralisation. With a team of 150 people, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with talented mining professionals and enjoy an attractive fly in/ fly out lifestyle [Location] .
 
[Mine] currently has a vacancy for a Senior Environmental Officer. Reporting to the Mill Manager, this role is responsible for ensuring that [Mine] meets its compliance requirements as outlined in the Environmental Authority for its operations and ultimate mine closure. The incumbent will also ensure that [Mine] meets the [Employer] corporate requirements. This is a 12 month fixed term position.
 
Your key accountabilities will include:
·         To develop a site specific Environment Management System (EMS) by consulting with [Mine], [Location] , and others to understand and assess external practices in developing a prototype EM System and Plan.
·         Consult with the [Mine] General Manager, Department Managers and Downer EDI to agree on the EMS and EMP as well as KPIs.
·         Monitor ongoing compliance of system and plan.
·         Commissioning external audits.
·         Developing and managing an annual Environmental Business Plan and budget.
·         Ensuring [Mine] meets all relevant [Employer] and external compliance obligations.
·         Build and maintain productive relations with the EPA, Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Mines and Banana Shire.
·         Conduct water, air, contaminated land and waste rock sampling programmes.
·         Taking appropriate actions in respect to incidents.
·         Conducting inspections of workplaces to identify potential environmental hazards and provide coaching.
·         Preparing for eventual mine closure consistent with the Authority to Operate.
·         Developing and managing an annual Environmental Business Plan and budget.
 
Prerequisites for this role include:
·         Minimum first degree in science.
·         Environmental science degree and postgraduate environmental qualifications are desirable.
·         Minimum 5 years mine site or heavy industry experience.
·         Drivers licence.
·         A proven safety, environment, quality and customer focus.
·         Excellent communication and leadership skills.
·         Experience at dealing with authorities at all levels of government and with local communities.
·         Behaviour consistent with Newcrest values.
 
[Employer] does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies and is not responsible for any related fees. Please do not forward resumes to our job alias or [Employer] employees.
 
At this time, only Australian residents are eligible to apply for this role.

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