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Manager Environment


Company : Stellar Recruitment


Location : Adelaide, Australia


Created : 2025-05-03


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insightsGreenfield Copper / Gold Mining project in South Australia that''s currently under constructionKey Environment Manager position based locally on the owners teamRelocation assistance provided to the Yorke Peninsula region of South AustraliaAbout the client:Rex Minerals is an Australian mining company dedicated to the development of its flagship A$1.0B Copper-Gold Hillside Project located on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia. The project will be a significant contributor to the South Australian economy and will provide employment opportunities for locals and for those looking to move to the area.Hillside is in a fantastic location 150km from Adelaide and is one of the largest undeveloped copper / gold projects in Australia. Stage 1 of the project is fully approved and early-stage site access work has commenced. Further site work and awarding of contracts and building the team to execute the project will proceed at pace over the course of 2025. The project will be operated under a contract mining model with oversight from an experienced owners team.The scene is therefore set and Hillside will be one of the next greenfield mining projects in Australia to get off the ground.About the role:As Manager Environment you will be responsible for overseeing all environmental management activities for Rex Minerals Hillside Project. This role requires a strong commitment to sustainability, regulatory compliance and environmental protection in a community setting.The Manager Environment will work closely with internal teams, external stakeholders and regulators to ensure that all environmental policies, procedures, and practices meet the highest standards, and comply with our Program for Environmental Protection and Rehabilitation (PEPR).Experience required:Bachelors degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or a related field10-15 years experience in environmental management within the mining or resources sector.3+ years experience in leadership positions.Previous experience in a remote or small-community environment is highly desirable.Strong knowledge of relevant State and Commonwealth environmental and mining legislation including best practiceProven experience in delivering and implementing PEPR requirements and environmental compliance in South Australia.Demonstrated success in developing EMS frameworks and leading environmental teams.Experience engaging with regulators, Traditional Owners, and local communities on environmental matters.Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.Whats on offer:Permanent position with a growing mining company on a greenfield project that is fully permitted and is supported by the local community.Attractive salary package, professional development and employee benefits.Relocation assistance available to the Yorke Peninsula area of South Australia. The closest town is Ardrossan which is just a few minutes away from the projects location.Next step:Rex Minerals has partnered with Stellar Recruitment for this search. Lucas Eyers at Stellar is happy to take a call or email to discuss the role and your circumstances before you commit to a formal application. Otherwise, if interested please apply via SEEK and I will be back in touch as soon as possible for an initial discussion.Lucas Eyers Mining Business ManagerP: + 61 4 5248 3407E: lucas@stellarrecruitment.com.auHow do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsDevelopment Projects - Environmental Approvals and Land Access Lead15d agoManager Sustainability (ESG)Hobart TAS15d agoManager Community Relations1d agoWhat can I earn as an Environmental Manager #J-18808-Ljbffr