Environmental Specialist

Hays · Mackay QLD 4740 · Casual/Holiday
Posted 5d ago

Environmental Specialist

Hays
Mackay QLD 4740

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Casual/Holiday

Flexible based on experience
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Carry out environmental sampling and monitoring, including preparing, handling and dispatching samples and maintaining sampling equipment.
  • Record monitoring data and documentation, support site environmental compliance, and work safely across operational mine areas.
  • Join a temporary site-based coal mining role on an 8:6 roster, with camp accommodation and FIFO from Brisbane or DIDO from Mackay and surrounding areas.

Join a site-based environmental team on 8:6 roster, supporting environmental monitoring through the wet season

Your new company
Our client is a leading operator within Queensland's coal mining industry, with a strong focus on safety, environmental responsibility and sustainable site operations. Due to upcoming wet season requirements, they are seeking an experienced Environmental Specialist / Technician to join their site-based team on a temporary contract.

Your new role

  • Conducting environmental sampling and monitoring activities
  • Maintaining and calibrating environmental sampling equipment
  • Preparing, handling and dispatching environmental samples
  • Accurately recording and entering monitoring and sampling data
  • Supporting environmental compliance activities across site
  • Maintaining accurate environmental records and documentation
  • Working safely across operational mine-site areas

What you'll need to succeed

  • 2-3 years' environmental experience, within large-scale coal mining operations
  • Environmental sampling and monitoring experience with maintaining and calibrating sampling equipment
  • Current Standard 11 & Coal Board Medical
  • Current C Class Driver Licence
  • Experience preparing and dispatching samples
  • Strong data entry and record-keeping skills
  • Site driving experience is highly regarded
  • A qualification in Environmental Science is desirable

What you'll get in return

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established mining operation for the upcoming wet season, with a contract running from through to the end of March 2027. You'll work an attractive 8:6 roster with camp accommodation provided, with the flexibility to FIFO from Brisbane or DIDO from Mackay and surrounding regional areas.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, applications can be submitted via the "apply now" button. Please ensure you are submitting an up-to-date CV. If you have any further questions, please call Jennah Murray 07 4960 1129.

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Skills

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Coal mining operationsData entryEnvironmental monitoringEnvironmental samplingRecord keepingSample dispatchSample handlingSample preparationSampling equipment calibrationSite assessmentsSite drivingWorkplace safety

Licenses & certifications

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C class driver licenceCoal board medicalEnvironmental science qualificationStandard 11

Perks & benefits

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8:6 rosterCamp accommodation providedFifo from brisbane or dido from mackay and surrounding regional areas