Environment Advisor

Ding! Ding! Trams are the heartbeat of Melbourne - come be part of our team on the largest and most iconic tram network in the world.

About this opportunity

Reporting to the Principal Advisor, Sustainability & Environment, the role includes:

• Working across the business to enhance the environmental compliance and outcomes of the tram network
• Providing support to the Principal Advisor, Sustainability & Environment in activities required to mitigate business risk from environmental matters and support environmental actions and initiatives
• Schedule and conduct regular targeted site environmental audits and assurance activities
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to improve the environmental compliance of site facilities
• Support the maintenance and continuous improvement opportunities of Yarra Trams' certified Environmental Management System
• Assist with the development and implementation of environmental procedures
• Support the collection and monitoring of non-financial environment data, and prepare environmental reporting
• Identify and make recommendations for environmental initiatives
• Support employee engagement activities (such as general communications, toolbox talks and training)
• Assist with environmental risk management activities.

About you

Ideally you will have:

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related discipline
• 1-3 years' experience in an environmental role or related capabilities
• A genuine commitment and passion for environmental compliance, with high levels of enthusiasm and drive to achieve results
• Experience in the development of procedures and processes
• Demonstrated ability to develop credibility and trust with internal stakeholders
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to translate quantitative data into qualitative messages
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail

We really do want you to bring your whole self to work. There's no such thing as the perfect candidate, so if you think you have what it takes, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the list, please still get in touch. We'd love to have a chat and see if you could be a great fit.

Why Yarra Trams?

Do you want to be a part of a workplace that is based on respect, promotes diversity, and encourages inclusiveness?
If you choose to work with us, you will be joining a team of passionate professionals dedicated to the delivery and improvement of Melbourne's biggest icon! Additionally, you will receive:

• A Free travel pass for Victoria's Public Transport Network
• Competitive salary and great conditions
• Workplace flexibility within limits
• Career growth opportunities
• A commitment to your health and wellbeing including free flu vax, discounted gym membership, and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Parental leave and paid superannuation for primary caregivers

About Yarra Trams

Our passengers, community, people, and operations are the four foundational pillars of our organisation, which help us to continuously improve and deliver safer, better, and more efficient tram services across Melbourne.
As the proud operator of the world's largest tram network and integral part of Melbourne's transport network, Keolis Downer is committed to moving Melbourne forward by delivering solutions for better tram journeys.

We are dedicated to caring for each other, our passengers, and our communities. Yarra Trams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity across our teams. In support of our Diversity & Inclusion Strategy, we encourage candidates with a disability, of all ages and people of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander heritage to apply
Please note, our selection process will include pre-employment checks, including police check and pre-employment medical check. Additionally in line with the government COVID-19 regulation changes, all permitted workers and return to office workers are required to be fully vaccinated unless they have a legitimate and lawful exemption. Evidence of your COVID-19 digital vaccination or exemption certificate will be required.