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Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from OW Ocean WindsOrganization & Development Specialist at Ocean WindsGENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Permitting and Environment Associate will be responsible for coordinating the delivery of offshore and onshore planning permits (Commonwealth and State permits) for the High Sea Wind offshore wind project in Australia with support from the projects Permitting and Environment Senior Manager.This role requires thoughtful coordination and cooperation with other OW teams and external third parties.MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIESSupport the Permitting and Environment Senior Manager in the delivery of the High Sea Wind project permitting strategy with the management of aspects of the project program and budget.Support in the management of consultants providing services in the delivery of the project permits, including the Environmental Impact Assessment Consultant.Help ensure control of quality and consistency of all surveys, studies, and reports required to deliver project planning permits.Lead in the coordination of the Project Design Envelope with the Design Manager/engineering team.Support in the management of all public and regulatory consultation activities helping to ensure the successful delivery of the project environmental stakeholder engagement plan.Support the Permitting and Environment Senior Manager in regular reporting to the board through the preparation of various board meeting materials.Support in the management and monitoring of compliance with environmental mitigations, commitments and permit conditions, including those associated with Management Plans, and interfaces with contractors, QHSSE functions.Any other reasonable functions required by the Company to support the implementation of the environmental permits for the High Sea Wind project activities.Drive innovation with the project ensuring opportunities to deliver a more efficient permitting process are maximised.Provide strategic permitting and environmental advice for future offshore wind farm opportunities in Australia, as required, for OW.ACADEMIC BACKGROUNDBSc/Beng/MSc degree in Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Urban and Regional Planning, Law or Business Administration.LANGUAGESCandidates need to be fluent in English both spoken and written. Other languages will be highly valued.PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEMore than 3 years experience within a professional company (e.g. Utility, consultancy, Government Agency or NGO) with direct experience of the renewables industry / transmission infrastructure delivery and/or the consenting/planning process.SKILLSEnthusiastic, committed and self-motivated worker with long term ambitions in the renewable sector.Ability to work in a dynamic environment in a multi-disciplinary team across a number of specialist areas and organisational cultures.Demonstrated skills in communication across a variety of end groups.Organised and efficient with an ability to multi-task and work to challenging deadlines.High standard of report writing and presentation skills.You have read and acknowledge OW Candidates Privacy Notice: levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesWind Electric Power Generation and Services for Renewable EnergyReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at OW Ocean Winds by 2xGet notified about new Environment Specialist jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.Environment and Sustainability SpecialistMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoHealth Safety Environment & Dangerous Goods SpecialistEnvironment Data and Reporting SpecialistMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoCritical Environment Technician (Electrical / Mechanical)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoEnvironmental Engineer, AWS EnvironmentalMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoPartner - NSW Environmental Planning and Approvals (Renewables)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoVolunteer: Environment and Climate Change Project in IcelandMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoPartner - WA Environmental Planning and Approvals (Renewables)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoRenewables Environmental Approvals Specialist - Principal Consultant to Partner levelMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 12 hours agoSpecialist Health | Jimblebar | FIFO | 5/2/4/3Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago2025 Graduate Safety Specialist (Dandenong South), WHSDandenong South, Victoria, Australia 14 hours agoOffshore Wind Environmental Approval Specialist - Principal Consultant to Partner levelMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoSpecialist Safety | Eastern Mines | FIFO | 5/2/4/3Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoVolunteer: Environmental Conservation in BaliMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 12 hours agoRegional & Agribusiness Graduate Program - July 2025Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoEnergy and Resources Operational MeteorologistMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$94,563.00-A$105,910.00 1 week agoSenior Safety Specialist, Work Health & SafetyMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoVolunteer: Environmental Research Project in Costa RicaMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoVolunteer: Environmental Multimedia Programme in PeruMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$98,870.00-A$107,023.00 18 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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