Project Environmental & Sustainability Manager
We are a successful civil contracting business that has been operating in Australia for over 35 years. With the agility and personal connection of a Tier 2, yet the expertise of a Tier 1 and the enhanced resources of one of the world‑class construction companies, VINCI, our employees and clients get the best of three worlds.
About the Project
Seymour Whyte is delivering Coomera Connector Stage 1, a key infrastructure project improving transport links between Logan City and the Gold Coast. By building additional crossings over the Coomera and Nerang Rivers, this stage will ease congestion on the M1 and provide residents in growing areas such as Helensvale and Coomera with an alternative route.
The scope of works includes bulk earthworks, hard rock excavation, ground improvements and the construction of three new bridges. Our team is excited about tackling the many technical challenges of this project and committed to delivering practical, well‑engineered solutions that meet the needs of the project, environment and community.
About the Role
You will leverage your strong stakeholder engagement abilities, proactive client engagement and proven experience managing complex infrastructure projects. In this role, you will lead initiatives to achieve positive environmental outcomes, support the implementation of our sustainability strategy and mentor emerging talent. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a project with a robust focus on environmental performance.
Responsibilities
- Implement and audit environmental plans and procedures.
- Conduct site inspections, report issues and advise on corrective actions.
- Manage environmental and sustainability documentation systems.
- Monitor and report on noise, water, air quality, waste, energy and flora/fauna.
- Liaise with construction teams to maintain strong environmental performance.
- Deliver training, toolbox talks and site inductions on sustainability practices.
- Conduct risk assessments and support high‑risk environmental activities.
- Collect and report sustainability data to meet project goals.
- Assist with audits, inspections and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Drive innovation and share lessons learned across projects.
Many of our projects are located in regional areas, therefore all applicants must hold a current Driver’s Licence and have their own transport.
Benefits
- Career Development: training, mentoring programmes and leadership development.
- Financial Wellbeing: competitive remuneration, salary continuance insurance and employee share programme.
- Generous Leave Benefits: purchased leave programme, paid parental leave and birthday leave – have your birthday off on us!
- Health & Wellbeing: discounted health insurance, seasonal vaccinations, wellness discounts, fertility benefit and employee assistance programme (EAP).
- Shopping, fitness and wellbeing discounts through our Flare and WHEREFIT partnerships including discounted gym memberships and classes.
Next Steps
- Submit your CV online to apply for this role.
- All successful applicants will be required to undergo a pre‑employment medical and criminal history check.
- Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the right to work in Australia.
Seymour Whyte is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, including veterans. Our commitment to an equitable construction industry extends to an inclusive culture that embraces our differences and gives everyone the opportunity to grow and be equally valued. We're unified in our direction toward having a workplace that is balanced and fair for all.
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Our internal Talent Acquisition team is managing this role; applications will not be accepted from recruitment agencies.
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