Environmental assessment and management is a critical part of our land development process. Renewal SA own and manage a range of land assets across South Australia, many of which are significantly contaminated. The Environmental Services team conduct assessments internally, as well as managing a range of specialist contractors, to assess and remediate our sites so they can be used to create the best social and economic outcomes for South Australia.

The role of Senior Environmental Advisor is being offered on a 3-year contract and offers flexibility for working days/hours.

This is a role where you will be able to use your technical skills as well as your project management, administration, and reporting skills. You will have the opportunity to work across a range of specialist areas, including general site contamination, significant trees, biodiversity, asbestos, groundwater, soil vapour and civil works. You will also have the benefit of working alongside a number of highly experienced Environmental Management professionals.

Who we are looking for

We want someone who can bring a depth of experience and knowledge to our small team who can provide high level project management skills, to effectively manage multi faceted, complex and sensitive projects and deal with competing tensions including budgets, timeframes and stakeholders.

You are a tertiary qualified Environmental Scientist or Environmental Engineer who is looking to contribute to major projects for South Australia using your strong technical skills and knowledge. You will be responsible for providing professional independent environmental and contamination advice on complex issues to ensure the appropriate management of the risk to Renewal SA assets and major projects. Responsible for delivery of expert professional independent services and advice to both internal and external stakeholders.

Highly developed discipline knowledge and experience in advising on the issues, risks, trends and directions associated with Renewal SA’s projects including developing innovative solutions and implementing changes whilst mitigating risk is essential.

What we can offer

Renewal SA has a thriving culture in which we value the growth and contributions of each person, as well as the outcomes we deliver for our state. We can offer you a position in a stable and high performing team, where you will manage a critical function.

We will also provide opportunities for you to focus on your professional development, and work in a supportive environment where you can still maintain a work-life balance.

Working at Renewal SA means you are part of a team helping to shape and transform our state and making a difference to the lives of South Australians. To find out more about Renewal SA and to hear from some of our employees on what it’s like to work with us, we encourage you to visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YX0j-DS7ELs

About us

Renewal SA exists to improve the lives of South Australians now and into the future by leading, supporting and driving investment and growth through property and projects. Our desire is for South Australia to have a strong economy and be a great place to live; and we believe property and development projects are key contributors to ensuring this is a reality.

We are delivering some of the state’s largest urban development projects such as the transformation of the former Royal Adelaide Hospital site to Lot Fourteen, a global innovation precinct; Bowden, an inner-city former industrial site that is fast becoming a highly sought-after residential and entertainment precinct; the award-winning Tonsley Innovation District of a former car factory site; the revitalisation of Port Adelaide into a thriving maritime precinct; and the rejuvenation of the historic Adelaide Railway Station.

How to apply

Please submit your application to SEEK with the following attached:

• a cover letter (no more than two pages) outlining your experience relevant to the role
• a current résumé

Applications close at 5.00 pm on Friday, 3 February 2023. 

Enquiries

Please email any queries to RenewalSA.PeopleCulture@sa.gov.au in the first instance or contact Renewal SA’s People and Culture team on 0478 949 499.