Environment (Regional) - Technical Advisor

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Water Corporation seeks a Technical Advisor: Environment in Karratha to guide environmental compliance and EMS across Regional Operations. You’ll advise on permits and approvals, drive EMS implementation, coordinate investigations and reporting, and liaise with regulators and internal stakeholders for positive environmental outcomes. Requirements include a tertiary qualification in environmental science or similar, strong experience in regulatory approvals and environmental management, data analysis and technical reporting, and superb stakeholder engagement. How to apply: submit a tailored cover letter and resume that show your regulatory experience, incident management and continuous improvement work; expect pre-employment checks and references; internal applicants should notify their line manager; closing 8 July 2026. Highlight adaptability to a diverse, inclusive culture and willingness to work onsite in the region.

About the role

We are seeking a Technical Advisor – Environment to provide expert advice and guidance on environmental compliance and management across Regional Operations. Reporting to the Team Leader – Operations Services, you will work closely with regional teams, corporate environmental specialists and external regulators to ensure environmental obligations are met and continuously improved. This role is critical in supporting operational delivery, driving compliance and embedding the corporate Environmental Management System (EMS) across the Region.

What the role will involve

• Provide expert advice on environmental compliance, approvals and regulatory requirements
• Support environmental approvals processes including EP Act referrals, licences and permits
•  Lead and support the implementation and ongoing improvement of the Environmental Management System
• Coordinate environmental incident investigations and compliance reporting
• Undertake inspections, audits and environmental performance monitoring
• Liaise with regulators and internal stakeholders to drive positive environmental outcomes

Real Benefits that Matter

• Air Conditioning Subsidy
• An additional 38 hours (5 days) annual leave
• Additional Leave Travel Concession
• Additional Allowances Including Overtime Available

About you

• Tertiary qualification in environmental science, engineering, natural resource management or similar, or equivalent experience
•  Strong experience in environmental management, compliance and regulatory approvals
• Knowledge of environmental legislation and standards relevant to infrastructure or operations
•  Proven ability to analyse data and prepare clear, technical reports
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, including working with regulators
• Experience in incident management and driving continuous improvement initiatives

Sound like a match? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

Please note: By applying for this role, you are consenting to your current and previous line managers being contacted as references. It is strongly recommended that all internal applicants advise their line manager of any applications for acting or permanent positions prior to applying.

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.

Applications close 8 July 2026

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us in building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process, including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [email protected] or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us in building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments during the recruitment process, including an alternative format of the application form, can contact a Recruitment Officer at [email protected] or 08 9420 2000.

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website.