Senior Environment Partner

• $110,613 to $125,373
• Ongoing, full-time
• Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)

• Reference number: 24062a
• Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
• Remuneration: $130,901 to $148,369 pa (HEW8) (inclusive of $110,613 to $125,373 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
• Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
• Open to: Applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Senior Environment Partner to join Health, Safety and Environment, Student Services and Wellbeing, Administrative Division.

The Senior Environment Partner provides professional guidance to the QUT community and contractors relating to the interpretation, application and integration of HSE principles, strategies and legislation, with a focus on environmental protection. The position provides guidance, quality advice, and technical and project support on a range of HSE matters relating to work, teaching and research-based activities. The role engages with stakeholders on a range of issues, including compliance requirements, risk and incident management, training and skill development. The Senior Environment Partner promotes and encourages the development of a culture of leadership and continuous improvement in environmental management.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The Student Services and Wellbeing portfolio leads the university-wide strategy and coordination of all non-academic matters related to the student experience. The portfolio of Student Services and Wellbeing delivers a range of services across the student life cycle, as well as providing advice and leadership to the university on a broad range of student and staff matters, including social justice and public policy. The Department of Health, Safety and Environment (DHSE) plays a key role at QUT, driving advancement through:

• providing strategic HSE advice and direction to the QUT Faculties and Divisions;
• the adoption of university-wide systems that enable a safe and healthy working environment and ensure sustainable environmental protection; and
• collaboration with students and staff for positive health, safety and environment outcomes at QUT.

What you need to succeed

1.    Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in environment, science, engineering or other related discipline (occupational hygiene, natural sciences) in conjunction with:
a.    an environment or HSE post graduate qualification or equivalent; and
b.    a minimum of five years’ experience in an environmental or HSE role within a large complex organisation.
2.    Demonstrated knowledge and application of relevant legislation, standards and guidelines including environmental protection, and success in applying and implementing HSE practices, particularly in risk management, HSE management systems.
3.    Proven record of success in the development of appropriate strategies, policies and procedures, and the ability to coordinate and conduct organisational environmental management systems and audits.
4.    Demonstrated effective interpersonal, presentation, consultation and negotiation skills along with an ability to manage complex, emotional or controversial issues sensitively.
5.    Demonstrated ability to maintain, analyse and interpret data to produce well-written succinct, definitive and persuasive reports providing recommendations to senior leaders and clients to inform policy, procedure and effective systems.
6.    A record of working effectively within a team as well as engaging and collaborating with related service areas.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

• A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions. 
• Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation. 
• Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super). 
• Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance. 
• Leave loading of 17.5%. 
• Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks. 
• Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms. 
• Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
• Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
• We see diversity and inclusion as our strengths. 
• Explore more benefits of life at QUT .

In support of our

Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy

, we aspire to an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6% and we encourage Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a fulfilling career. 

We believe in creating safe spaces for inclusivity to flourish and we know that diversity is our strength –

see our commitment

. If you’re curious, innovative, and ready to experience what a career at QUT can offer, we’re ready to meet you.  

Job opens: 29-Feb-2024

Applications Close: 17-Mar-2024 at 11.30pm

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