Environmental Lead - Rail Project

About the role

ACCIONA is recruiting an Environmental Lead for a major rail project in Queensland, ahead of Brisbane 2032. The project is Stage 1 of The Wave, a 19-kilometre dual-track passenger rail line between Beerwah and Caloundra on the Sunshine Coast, currently in design and preconstruction. The Lead reports to the Project Director, shapes the environmental management plan and secures the approvals needed to keep construction on schedule.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare, implement and maintain the project environmental management plan
• Secure environmental approvals, licences and out-of-hours approvals before works begin
• Lead and coach environmental advisors and coordinators
• Monitor compliance with contractual and statutory environmental obligations
• Plan audits, inspections and monitoring across subcontractors and suppliers
• Build strong relationships with the client and local environmental authorities
• Report on environmental performance and incidents and drive corrective action

Required profile

• Preferred: relevant tertiary qualifications
• Preferred: operational experience applying environmental management in construction
• Ability to lead and mentor environmental professionals
• Clear communication with clients, authorities, subcontractors and consultants

Required skills

• Working knowledge of erosion and sediment control plans and environmental systems

What we offer

• Mentoring, leadership and training support to help you grow with ACCIONA