Senior Environmental Advisor

Nyrstar is a leading Multi-Metals processing company based in Port Pirie, South Australia, committed to sustainable and responsible operations in the mining and metal production industry.  

We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Environmental Advisor to join the Safety, Health, Environment & Quality Department. Reporting to Principal Environmental Advisor you will be overseeing the regulatory compliance and reporting, completing inspections and ensuring compliance with Nyrstar management plans and procedures. You will also champion environmental awareness across the site, fostering a culture of compliance and sustainability. 

This is a residential role, based in Port Pirie, South Australia on a 5/4 12-hour shift roster. Relocation assistance will be provided to the successful candidate if required. 

Key responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to: 

• Ensure compliance with license conditions. 

• Collate environmental/scientific data and prepare reports for both internal and external stakeholders.  

• Provide day-to-day environmental support and advice to site operations. 

• Contribute to the continuous improvement of environmental management systems and practices. 

• Develop and deliver initiative around waste, water and air quality. 

• Oversee the preparation of National Pollutant Inventory (NPI), National Greenhouse and Energy (NGER)and Clean Energy Regulator (CER) reporting. 

• Carryout inspections, conduct investigation and take appropriate action. 

• Mentor and support other team members.  

Qualifications, Skills & Experiences: 

• 5+ years related environmental experience in industry such as chemical/petrochemical, mining, minerals processing, shipping, transport or similar. 

• Degree in Environmental Science or Engineering, or related engineering field. 

• Experience in NPI, NGER and CER reporting.  

• Experience in waste management and tracking. 

• Demonstrated people leadership experience. 

• Competency in systems/database computer literacy. 

• Demonstrated ability to analyse data and provide reports. 

What does working for Nyrstar mean? 

We offer a career of challenge, reward and growth in a company that is focused on being a leader in our field. Safety, Health, Hygiene & Environment are the foundation of all our values – we live safety by living our values: Respect, Ownership, Excellence, Teamwork and Integrity. 

What we offer:  

• 5 weeks annual leave (site based) 

• Competitive salary 

• Subsidised health membership 

• Private Health benefits option (corporate rates) 

• Subsidised Dental Health Care – for you and your family 

• Novated car leasing option 

• Relocation support 

• Study leave assistance 

• Employee Referral Program 

• Employee Assistance Program 

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Applications 

Click Apply to submit your application including a cover letter and resume. 

Please note you must have unrestricted valid rights to work in Australia. Nyrstar is an equal opportunity employer and supports diversity within its workforce. Nyrstar Port Pirie’s Safety Policy requires clean shaven employees and is a non-smoking site. Only applicants who progress to the next stage will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in applying for a position at Nyrstar. 

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