2 Recycling Specialist jobs in Australia
Business Leader - Environmental Services, QLD
Fortitude Valley, Queensland
Stantec
Posted 2 days ago
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Business Leader - Environmental Services, QLD - ( 250002FQ )
**Description**
**About the role**
We're seeking an experienced Business Leader to lead our Environmental Services business in Queensland. Our group of passionate experts tackle complex challenges across ecology, environmental approvals, impact and risk assessments, and environmental management.
As a Business Leader, you'll play a pivotal role in influencing operations within one of Australia's most leading and innovative nationally structured Environment businesses, comprised of nearly 300 people. Reporting to the Regional Director, you'll lead with purpose-driving safety, people, client service, growth, and operational excellence.
This is a rare opportunity to grow and shape a local team, backed by a collaborative and unified national network. You'll help expand our client base, strengthen existing relationships, and lead strategic pursuits in a region full of potential. With a diverse portfolio of projects and clients throughout QLD, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.
**Day to day tasks would involve:**
* Develop and implement business strategy and revenue growth plans for the Queensland business to achieve organisational goals and agreed outcomes.
* Lead project delivery and team performance, ensuring excellence in resourcing, utilisation, and margin management.
* Inspire and guide your team with clear direction and purpose.
* Responsible for winning work and achieving net revenue and backlog targets, with support from leaders and staff.
* Foster collaboration across Business Centres with a focus on cross-selling nationally to consistently win new work with clients.
* Champion a high-performance culture focused on talent, productivity, and financial performance.
* Drive quality and timely delivery of projects that exceed client expectations.
* Build and nurture client relationships, lead major projects, and drive strategic pursuits.
* Promote a proactive safety culture in partnership with our HSSE leadership.
**To be successful for this role you'll need:**
* Tertiary qualifications in Ecology, Environmental Science / Engineering, or a related technical degree.
* 15 years of senior-level experience in environmental services.
* Proven leadership skills and a track record of building high-performing teams.
* Strong commercial acumen and significant project delivery experience.
* Effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
* Exceptional client relationship and stakeholder management skills, underpinned by deep knowledge of QLD's environmental services market.
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
* Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
* Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave
* Performance bonus incentives
* Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
* Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
* A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
* Professional Memberships
* Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
* Service Recognition Awards
* Employee Assistance Program
**About Stantec**
The Stantec community unites over 30,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. We care about the communities we serve-because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**Culture**
Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.
**How to apply**
If this position is of interest, submit your application online.
_Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time._
**Qualifications**
+ Tertiary qualifications in Ecology, Environmental Science / Engineering, or a related technical degree.
**Primary Location** : Australia-Queensland-Fortitude Valley
**Organization** : BC-3050 Transpt-AU Delivery
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Aug 7, 2025, 10:10:20 PM
**Req ID:** 250002FQ
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
**Description**
**About the role**
We're seeking an experienced Business Leader to lead our Environmental Services business in Queensland. Our group of passionate experts tackle complex challenges across ecology, environmental approvals, impact and risk assessments, and environmental management.
As a Business Leader, you'll play a pivotal role in influencing operations within one of Australia's most leading and innovative nationally structured Environment businesses, comprised of nearly 300 people. Reporting to the Regional Director, you'll lead with purpose-driving safety, people, client service, growth, and operational excellence.
This is a rare opportunity to grow and shape a local team, backed by a collaborative and unified national network. You'll help expand our client base, strengthen existing relationships, and lead strategic pursuits in a region full of potential. With a diverse portfolio of projects and clients throughout QLD, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.
**Day to day tasks would involve:**
* Develop and implement business strategy and revenue growth plans for the Queensland business to achieve organisational goals and agreed outcomes.
* Lead project delivery and team performance, ensuring excellence in resourcing, utilisation, and margin management.
* Inspire and guide your team with clear direction and purpose.
* Responsible for winning work and achieving net revenue and backlog targets, with support from leaders and staff.
* Foster collaboration across Business Centres with a focus on cross-selling nationally to consistently win new work with clients.
* Champion a high-performance culture focused on talent, productivity, and financial performance.
* Drive quality and timely delivery of projects that exceed client expectations.
* Build and nurture client relationships, lead major projects, and drive strategic pursuits.
* Promote a proactive safety culture in partnership with our HSSE leadership.
**To be successful for this role you'll need:**
* Tertiary qualifications in Ecology, Environmental Science / Engineering, or a related technical degree.
* 15 years of senior-level experience in environmental services.
* Proven leadership skills and a track record of building high-performing teams.
* Strong commercial acumen and significant project delivery experience.
* Effective communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
* Exceptional client relationship and stakeholder management skills, underpinned by deep knowledge of QLD's environmental services market.
**What we offer**
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.
* Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
* Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave
* Performance bonus incentives
* Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
* Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
* A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
* Professional Memberships
* Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
* Service Recognition Awards
* Employee Assistance Program
**About Stantec**
The Stantec community unites over 30,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind. We care about the communities we serve-because they're our communities too. We're designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers, innovating together at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. Balancing these priorities results in projects that advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
**Culture**
Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.
**How to apply**
If this position is of interest, submit your application online.
_Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time._
**Qualifications**
+ Tertiary qualifications in Ecology, Environmental Science / Engineering, or a related technical degree.
**Primary Location** : Australia-Queensland-Fortitude Valley
**Organization** : BC-3050 Transpt-AU Delivery
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Individual Contributor
**Travel** : No
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Aug 7, 2025, 10:10:20 PM
**Req ID:** 250002FQ
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
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Environmental, Health and Safety Manager - Services
Melbourne, Victoria
GE Vernova
Posted 6 days ago
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Job Description
**Job Description Summary**
**Job Description**
**About Us**
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Building on over 130 years of experience, we are leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.
**Role Summary**
The ANZ Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager for Services will lead a team of EHS professionals across Australia and collaborate with cross-functional leaders and stakeholders to provide expert technical EHS support and oversight.
This role ensures the successful implementation and execution of all EHS requirements across projects and existing operations, including projects and services.
Additionally, the manager will contribute to the broader Onshore Wind EHS team, helping build a unified and successful organization.
As a key leader, the position will oversee the development, execution, and ongoing improvement of EHS programs to maintain a safe, compliant work environment across all wind energy operations and projects.
Leadership and coaching to implement best practice is instrumental in shaping the company's EHS strategy, proactively managing risks, and supporting the growth of renewable energy projects, all while upholding our commitment to sustainability and safety.
This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in the renewable energy sector, ensuring the well-being of our employees, communities, and the environment.
GE Vernova is a matrix established organization, therefore coaching, guiding, influence and teamwork with colleagues across the globe is essential to success.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Manages and coordinates a broad spectrum of activities simultaneously.
+ Lead, coach, and mentor a team of EHS resources.
+ Provide oversight and governance to ensure EHS compliance with applicable management systems, programs legislation and standards for services within their portfolio.
+ Serves as an EHS expert for applicable regulatory and industry standard requirements for services activities within their portfolio.
+ Ensure that their portfolio EHS performance is correctly being reflected in the relevant KPIs, partnering with the key stakeholders to develop action plans to address deviation versus expectations.
+ Able to proactively partner and develop positive working relationships with customers, external agencies and contractors as well as internal cross-functional personnel.
+ Provide oversight and governance to ensure EHS compliance with applicable management systems, programs legislation and standards for projects within their portfolio.
+ Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of health and safety initiatives and drive accountability across the portfolio.
+ Ensure compliance and coordinate with the Cross functional team to ensure the implementation of both GEV and legislative EHS expected programs and training requirements.
+ Support ITO/OTR and handover or response to customer queries for projects within their portfolio.
+ Act as a People leader, having GE direct report as well as EHS Contingent workers as per business need.
+ Supports all other demands as assigned.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety or technical equivalent from an accredited college or university, or equivalent qualification
+ Relevant EHS experience in a professional EHS role overseeing the execution of EHS in projects or services environment
+ Significant experience and demonstrated achievements with safety programs, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
+ Certified Environmental or Health and Safety professional
+ Medical fitness and ability to work at height per local and global standards
+ Able to coach and support key influencers to drive EHS compliance and the reduction of risk through team engagement and help develop an organizational culture that prioritizes EHS.
+ Knowledge of EHS management systems
+ Fluent English (verbally & in writing)
**Desired Characteristics**
+ Demonstrated ability to organize, motivate and drive change and interact cross-functionally
+ Strong oral and written communication skills
+ Confidently able to facilitate and deliver training and or presentations to a diverse audience
+ Ability to influence and motivate diverse teams to achieve a unified goal
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
+ Experience in projects/services environment
+ High energy, self-starter
+ Field experience in a project / services environment, practical experience in risk management
+ Have domain expertise in one or more of the following: Electrical Safety and LOTO requirements, crane safety, construction safety, fall prevention, confined space.
+ Understand lean and be able to apply lean principles.
+ Trained to Global Wind Organization (GWO) basic safety standard.
+ Additional language skills.
**Eligibility Requirements**
+ Ability to travel 40% of the time
+ Currently residing within the region, Melbourne
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
**Job Description**
**About Us**
GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life. Building on over 130 years of experience, we are leading a new era of energy - electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it.
**Role Summary**
The ANZ Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) Manager for Services will lead a team of EHS professionals across Australia and collaborate with cross-functional leaders and stakeholders to provide expert technical EHS support and oversight.
This role ensures the successful implementation and execution of all EHS requirements across projects and existing operations, including projects and services.
Additionally, the manager will contribute to the broader Onshore Wind EHS team, helping build a unified and successful organization.
As a key leader, the position will oversee the development, execution, and ongoing improvement of EHS programs to maintain a safe, compliant work environment across all wind energy operations and projects.
Leadership and coaching to implement best practice is instrumental in shaping the company's EHS strategy, proactively managing risks, and supporting the growth of renewable energy projects, all while upholding our commitment to sustainability and safety.
This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in the renewable energy sector, ensuring the well-being of our employees, communities, and the environment.
GE Vernova is a matrix established organization, therefore coaching, guiding, influence and teamwork with colleagues across the globe is essential to success.
**Key Responsibilities**
+ Manages and coordinates a broad spectrum of activities simultaneously.
+ Lead, coach, and mentor a team of EHS resources.
+ Provide oversight and governance to ensure EHS compliance with applicable management systems, programs legislation and standards for services within their portfolio.
+ Serves as an EHS expert for applicable regulatory and industry standard requirements for services activities within their portfolio.
+ Ensure that their portfolio EHS performance is correctly being reflected in the relevant KPIs, partnering with the key stakeholders to develop action plans to address deviation versus expectations.
+ Able to proactively partner and develop positive working relationships with customers, external agencies and contractors as well as internal cross-functional personnel.
+ Provide oversight and governance to ensure EHS compliance with applicable management systems, programs legislation and standards for projects within their portfolio.
+ Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of health and safety initiatives and drive accountability across the portfolio.
+ Ensure compliance and coordinate with the Cross functional team to ensure the implementation of both GEV and legislative EHS expected programs and training requirements.
+ Support ITO/OTR and handover or response to customer queries for projects within their portfolio.
+ Act as a People leader, having GE direct report as well as EHS Contingent workers as per business need.
+ Supports all other demands as assigned.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor of Science in Occupational Health and Safety or technical equivalent from an accredited college or university, or equivalent qualification
+ Relevant EHS experience in a professional EHS role overseeing the execution of EHS in projects or services environment
+ Significant experience and demonstrated achievements with safety programs, industry standards, and regulatory requirements
+ Certified Environmental or Health and Safety professional
+ Medical fitness and ability to work at height per local and global standards
+ Able to coach and support key influencers to drive EHS compliance and the reduction of risk through team engagement and help develop an organizational culture that prioritizes EHS.
+ Knowledge of EHS management systems
+ Fluent English (verbally & in writing)
**Desired Characteristics**
+ Demonstrated ability to organize, motivate and drive change and interact cross-functionally
+ Strong oral and written communication skills
+ Confidently able to facilitate and deliver training and or presentations to a diverse audience
+ Ability to influence and motivate diverse teams to achieve a unified goal
+ Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities
+ Experience in projects/services environment
+ High energy, self-starter
+ Field experience in a project / services environment, practical experience in risk management
+ Have domain expertise in one or more of the following: Electrical Safety and LOTO requirements, crane safety, construction safety, fall prevention, confined space.
+ Understand lean and be able to apply lean principles.
+ Trained to Global Wind Organization (GWO) basic safety standard.
+ Additional language skills.
**Eligibility Requirements**
+ Ability to travel 40% of the time
+ Currently residing within the region, Melbourne
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
As GE Vernova is a global organization, working across different time zones, and monitoring, reading and responding to contact outside normal working hours can be expected.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** Yes
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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