Environmental Advisor – Solar Farm – FIFO – Mount Isa
UGL is a leader in Australia’s energy transition, delivering largescale solar and battery projects end‑to‑end, having installed 13 utility-scale solar farms nationwide. The HSE Advisor will support a new project that extends existing Mount Isa solar assets.
The project builds on UGL’s earlier work in Mount Isa, which was successfully completed in 2021. Thew new project is a greenfield extension, connecting into an existing live solar farm, creating an interesting mix of new construction and brownfield interfaces.
Why this role
Be part of a new renewable energy project from early works through delivery.
Work with a Tier 1 contractor on a high-profile project.
No two days are the same, with a mix of site office-based reporting and on-site field investigations.
Gain experience across solar farm construction and a BESS.
Opportunity to work in a tight-knit site team with strong HSE leadership.
About the role
As an Environmental Advisor, you’ll support site delivery on a largescale renewable energy project, ensuring environmental compliance is maintained across all construction activities.
You’ll work closely with project teams, contractors and supervisors. This role is hands‑on with a strong focus on environmental risk management, documentation, site inspections and supporting environmentally responsible work practices in line with UGL’s Environmental Management System.
Key responsibilities
Provide day‑to‑day environmental support across site activities.
Support implementation of Construction Environmental Management Plans and related procedures.
Conduct environmental site walks and inspections, identifying risks and improvement actions.
Assist with environmental incidents, investigations and corrective actions.
Manage environmental documentation, reporting and regulatory compliance in line with UGL systems.
What we offer
About you
Experience working as an Environmental Advisor on construction or heavy industry projects (renewables, power, mining, oil & gas or similar).
Degree or tertiary qualification in Environmental Management or a related field.
Willing to FIFO on a 10/4 roster and travel via Brisbane for early flights to Mount Isa.
A sound knowledge of environmental legislation and requirements.
About Us
UGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our team’s backgrounds, ideas, work styles.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical.
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