Environmental Officer

Description:

Make Your Mark on a WA Success Story
Founded in the coastal town of Port Gregory, the culture of GMA is built on a legacy of innovation. From humble beginnings more than 40 years ago, GMA has grown to become the global leader in the garnet abrasives industry.While it takes a team of over 500 people to operate GMA's three mine sites, ten processing plants, five recycling facilities, and 13 offices around the globe, the legacy of innovation and core values continue to pass down throughout each generation.
POSITION PURPOSEReporting to Environmental Manager, the Environmental Officer assist with providing environmental advisory support to GMA’s Narngulu and Port Gregory sites. Residential or relocation only - NO FIFO for this role. GMA will be prioritising applicants who have a current right to work in Australia, and do not require GMA sponsorship of a visa.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with maintaining Site compliance with relevant environmental licences and approval documentation, including conducting internal environmental audits and inspections.Assist with report and approval documentation development (such as clearing permits, works approval, licence amendment etc).Ability to work independently and undertake environmental monitoring (including groundwater monitoring, dust monitoring etc.)Contribute to interpreting environmental monitoring data, identify adverse trends, and report to the Environmental Specialist.Contribute to the maintenance and development of GMA’s environmental management systems.Development and review of internal environmental procedures and roll out.Provide input into investigations relating to environmental incidents.Assist with contractor management.Provide input into budget preparation.Assist with the maintenance of the spatial database.
SKILLS AND SELECTION CRITERIA | RELEVANT QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
A tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or equivalent.1 -2 years’ experience in the environmental field.
SKILLS AND SELECTION CRITERIA | ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Competency in word and excel.Competency in GIS (Desirable))Experience in environmental monitoring.Sound knowledge of environmental legislation.Sound written and verbal communication skills.A commitment to learn and expand your knowledge of the mining industry.An ability to build strong working relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds and work collaboratively to deliver great outcomes.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS | At GMA we pride ourselves on recruiting and retaining a local workforce giving you the enjoyment of a mining industry career, whilst being able to be home every night with your family and friends.We offer competitive salaries, transport to and from our port Gregory operations as well as paid lunch and tea breaks.In addition to the above some of GMA’s employee benefits include:
Leave for all of life’s reasons (Annual, Personal, Community Service, Parental, Long Service Leave)Flexible work arrangementsGenerous employee incentive scheme (Bonus)Superannuation above statutory minimum's for long term employees.Employee Discount Program.Employee Assistance Program.
VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS | At GMA we are committed to fulfilling our purpose by always adhering to our values of Teamwork, Care, Trust, Excellence, Determination and Entrepreneurship in our everyday work and behaviours:Teamwork: Work collaboratively and support one another to achieve great outcomes. Seek what is best for GMA, our customers and our colleagues rather than just ourselves.Care: Show respect and concern for each other and ourselves. Ensure we do the right thing and we do it well. go the extra mile to ensure we all reach our goals.Trust: Be open and honest. Share information openly and proactively, follow through on commitments.Excellence: Set high standards and hold ourselves, and each other accountable for achieving them. Focus on great results. Make the right choices, even if no one is looking.Determination: Never give upEntrepreneurship: We look for opportunities to innovate and grow.
Ready to take the next step in your accounting career? Join GMA Garnet and make a lasting impact with your Environmental expertise!
To apply, click APPLY NOW or please submit your resume and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience to careers.au@gmagarnet.com. Be sure to mention "Environmental Officer" in the subject line.Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! Apply today and embark on a rewarding journey with GMA Garnet!
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.