Overview
Do you take pride in supporting sustainable mining practices and protecting biodiversity in unique coastal environments?
Are you passionate about collaborating with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Corporations to ensure respectful and culturally informed land management?
The Environmental Field Technician supports the delivery of environmental monitoring, biodiversity protection, and compliance activities at our Mardie Salt Operation.
As construction progresses at Mardie, we are continuing to shape our team. We are looking for an individual who is ready to be a part of this exciting operation, where you will have the opportunity to really make an immediate impact.
The Company
BCI Minerals is a values-driven company developing sustainable minerals for the modern world.
We are rapidly progressing the Mardie Salt Operation and Potash Project (Mardie Operation), a tier 1 solar evaporation project that will supply high-purity industrial salt and sulphate of potash (SOP) for more than 60 years.
Mardie will be the largest salt operation in Australia and the third largest globally. With first salt on ship on track to be achieved late next year, BCI Minerals is just at the beginning of its journey to become a key player in a multitude of globally significant sustainable opportunities.
Our values are the foundation of our success. They reflect our commitment to fostering an inclusive, high-performing culture driven by our people's collective efforts and unique strengths. They guide us in achieving our strategic goals and solidify our position as a leader in the industry.
The Role
The Environmental Field Technician plays a key role in supporting the environmental, heritage, and cultural management activities across BCI Minerals' remote Mardie Salt Operation. This hands-on position ensures that day-to-day site activities align with environmental regulations, land management principles, and the company's commitment to responsible and sustainable operations. Working closely with Traditional Owners, Aboriginal Corporations, and internal environmental teams, the role contributes to biodiversity monitoring, heritage protection, and compliance with regulatory requirements, helping safeguard the unique natural and cultural values of the area.
About You
We are seeking a motivated and practical individual with experience in environmental fieldwork within the mining or resources sector. You will bring a developing knowledge of Australian flora and fauna, ecological principles, and a genuine interest in land stewardship. The successful candidate will be confident conducting field monitoring, handling fauna, and operating 4WD vehicles safely across remote environments. A proactive approach, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining environmental and safety standards are essential.
Equally important, you will demonstrate the ability to engage respectfully with Traditional Owners and Aboriginal Corporations, recognising the importance of cultural heritage and traditional knowledge in environmental management. Your strong communication skills, teamwork, and adaptability will enable you to work effectively across a range of stakeholders and site conditions.
Qualifications such as Fauna and Snake Handling Certification, First Aid and CPR, a Construction Induction Card, and a current HR driver's licence are required, with a RePL Drone Licence highly regarded.
The successful candidate will be required to provide a national police clearance that is not older than 3 months and if site based must hold a WA White Card.
You must have current unrestricted working rights for Australia to be eligible for consideration.
What We Offer You
We offer a range of benefits to our employees, including:
* Permanent Fulltime FIFO position on an 4/3 Roster, with excellent opportunity for growth and development
* Working from our new Mardie Village offering all the modern conveniences.
* Attractive salary packages including site allowances, annual and project incentives for all roles.
* Novated leasing
* Personal Development and Learning Opportunities
* An engaged and supportive team that are passionate about encouraging each other to succeed.
* Wellness and Lifestyle benefits, how does it sound having a day off for your birthday, or time off to celebrate culturally important or religious days?
* Do you like to give back to the community? We also offer Community Service leave!
* Wellness reimbursements (including for Gym / Fitness activities)
* Generous Paid Parental Leave for Primary and Secondary carers
* Company funded Life Insurance (including Death & TPD) plus Income Protection.
Supporting a diverse workforce
At BCI we encourage inclusive behaviour, that contributes to an environment and culture of trust and psychological safety where each individual can thrive and a variety of perspectives is not only welcomed – but needed as they are essential to our success. We recognise that diversity strengthens us, and that true diversity values each person's uniqueness. We understand that no two careers or people are the same at BCI and we offer a great range of employee benefits to accommodate your preferred lifestyle.
BCI Minerals embraces diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds.
If you would like to be part of our team, and feel you have the relevant and required skills, we encourage you to apply now! We reserve the right to close this vacancy and commence recruitment prior to the advertising closing date.
No agency referrals will be accepted at this time.
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