Environmental Advisor

Make an impact - enjoy supporting multiple projects, promoting and embedding a culture of environmental responsibility.

About the role

This role provides field and functional support across multiple projects, working alongside Project Managers, Project Engineers and Health & Safety Advisors to ensure environmental compliance and best-practice implementation of CMC’s Environmental Management System.

Initially you will be based on a project in Townsville, but we need you to be willing and able to work away from home on other projects in regional Queensland and northern NSW.

The role supports both operational delivery and pre-contracts planning by providing technical input to environmental documentation, tenders, and project plans.

You will be contributing to the preparation of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs), erosion and sediment control plans, and other statutory documentation while assisting the Environmental Manager with data analysis, reporting, and continual improvement initiatives.

By promoting proactive environmental management, you will help safeguard CMC’s reputation, ensure legislative compliance, and embed a culture of environmental responsibility across all project teams.

Primary focus areas

• Environmental Planning and Compliance
• Site Inspections and Monitoring
• Incident Response and Reporting
• Training and Awareness
• Support to Pre-Contracts and Functional Environmental Team
• Consultation and Stakeholder Engagement

 A comprehensive position description will be a provided to shortlisted candidates.

About Us

CMC is a 100% Australian owned, privately run civil contractor. With a strong focus on people, culture, and services, we are proud of our 20 + year legacy delivering multi-million-dollar civil works across Queensland and NSW. Our exceptional people deliver exceptional outcomes because they are valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. Apply today and be part of our future success story.

About You

To thrive in this challenging role, you will need the following qualifications, experience & skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or equivalent discipline;
• Current Construction White Card;
• ICAM (Basic) or equivalent incident-investigation or root cause analysis training (desirable);
• Certified Practicing Erosion and Sediment Control certification (highly regarded) or associated training modules (desirable).

 Experience

• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in an on-site environmental advisory or coordination role within civil construction, infrastructure, heavy industry or mining;
• Demonstrated experience preparing and implementing EMPs, risk registers, and environmental procedures;
• Strong understanding of QLD and NSW environmental legislation, regulatory frameworks, and approval processes;
• Proven ability to support multiple projects, balance competing priorities, and maintain compliance standards;
• Experience liaising with regulatory bodies and clients on environmental issues and performance reporting.

Skills

• Sound knowledge of environmental management systems and auditing processes (ISO 14001);
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and data analysis;
• Ability to identify practical environmental solutions and influence positive behaviours;
• Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of working autonomously across multiple sites;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and environmental data management systems;
• Knowledge of industry-specific safety standards and regulations in Queensland and New South Wales including TMR and TfNSW;
• Capability to adapt to and introduce new technologies and methodologies in environmental management.

Interested?

If this sounds like you, please apply now.

If you would like a confidential discussion prior to submitting your details, please reach out to our internal recruiter Amanda Datchens at Amanda.datchens@cmc.net.au

We respect your time and interest so you will receive a response, whether shortlisted or not, when we return from our Christmas break on the 5^th of January 2026

At CMC, we celebrate diversity in all its forms and believe it makes us stronger. We warmly welcome people from all walks of life, backgrounds, and identities to apply and join us in building an inclusive and supportive workplace.

However, please note that unfortunately visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Therefore, you will need to be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or have a current valid visa allowing you the right to work in Australia to apply for this position.

Strictly no agency emails or calls please – CV's and/or introductions will not be accepted or acknowledged for this role. Thank you for respecting our internal recruitment process. Our preferred suppliers will be contacted directly if necessary.