Environment & Sustainability Advisor

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

• Personalised career progression plans to help you achieve your goals
• Join a business with an excellent safety record as well as robust systems and process's
• Competitive salary in line with experience + Acciona Bonus Incentive Scheme

The Project

The Alkimos SeaWater Alliance project will deliver WA's next major water source - A new seawater desalination plant at Alkimos. At completion of stage 1 the plant will supply up to 50 billion litres of clean, safe drinking water to millions of Western Australians each year.

Reporting to the Environment Manager, this position will work closely with the project teams of construction and environmental departments, directly managing, coordinating and communicating environmental requirements during the design and delivery project phases. 

Key accountabilities for the position

• Implementation of Environment Policy, Procedures and Legislative Requirements
• Assist with the implementation of internal and external audits findings (Improvement Opportunities, Non-Conformance's).
• Develop and maintain key relationships with other project functions
• Implementation of measures to ensure compliance with project approvals, management plans and procedures
• Conduct regular environmental and sustainability inspections and contribute to client and stakeholder inspections and audits
• Conduct environmental monitoring, as required including noise, vibration, water and air quality
• Monitoring environmental consultants during site works including contaminated land, ecologists and fauna handlers
• Collection and maintenance of environmental reports and monitoring data
• Development and delivery of environmental training, toolboxes and inductions
• Planning for upcoming night works including noise modelling and analysis of noise monitoring results
• Investigation and monitoring following community environmental complaints
• Assist with managing compliance with Environmental Performance Requirements (EPRs)

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or Equivalent
• Experienced working out on site to support ongoing construction activities
• Working knowledge of Environmental Management Systems (ISO14001)
• Working knowledge of environmental legislation, regulations and best practice publications.

What we offer

At ACCIONA, we offer a dynamic and challenging work environment where our employees can grow and develop their careers. We provide opportunities for professional development, and our team members are encouraged to bring new ideas and approaches to their work. Our company is dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusiveness and respect where every employee feels valued and supported.