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Senior Environmental Officer
South Coast Region; Program Delivery & Operations; Infrastructure Management and Delivery; Nerang
We are seeking a high performing and innovative Senior Environmental Officer to join the South Coast region team on the Gold Coast.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Primary Industry & Environment |
| Classification | PO4 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/684748/26 |
| Closing date | 21-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Andrew Makinson |
| Contact details | Phone: (07) 5563 6557 Access the National Relay Service |
The Region is looking for an innovative Senior Environmental Officer who will provide high level guidance and environmental expertise to enable the Region to meet the Department's and the Governments environmental management commitments. You will be expected to have a thorough understanding of requirements of relevant legislation and associated regulations and policies, as well as project manage transport related environmental impacts and opportunities.
To be considered for the role of Senior Environmental Officer you will possess:
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of requirements of relevant legislation and associated regulations and policies in relation to environmental management.
• Demonstrated experience in providing specialist advice on the scope and direction of project activities with regards to environmental impacts and opportunities.
• Possession of a degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management or Natural Resource Management from a recognised tertiary institution (or equivalent qualification) is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Possession of a Class C driver's licence is a mandatory requirement of this role.
In return for your expertise and skills, the departments offers:
• A competitive remuneration package including employer superannuation contributions up to 12.75%
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Reimbursement of professional membership fees
• Salary packaging arrangements
• Learning and development opportunities
• Access to study assistance program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Work/life balance, variety and flexibility
• Access to a centre of excellence of engineering and technical professionals to support research and innovation.
Applications to remain current for 12 months
Job Ad Reference: QLD/684748/26
Closing Date: Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Further information
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