Environmental Specialist Job at Amentum (Alice Springs)

Environmental Specialist

Amentum

Location:
Australia , Alice Springs

Category:
Public Sector

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Environmental Specialist position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of the environmental program to ensure interpretation, recommendation and compliance with safety, health and environmental regulations (US and Australian) and/or company policy. The position supports a multi-disciplined facility located southwest of Alice Springs, with additional supporting infrastructure located within the Alice Springs township. The facility is self-sufficient, generating power, water supply, treatment, storage and distribution, general waste and hazardous waste generation, chemical use, maintenance activities, warehousing and transportation services, dining facility, health and fitness facilities including medical clinic and gym.

Job Responsibility:

Develop and maintain workplace procedures, processes and permits related to environmental compliance and safety including water testing and monitoring, flora and fauna management, spill prevention and response, and hazardous and general waste management
Conduct environmental sampling including industrial, potable, bore, pool and wastewater
Deliver toolbox talks and internal training on environmental and safety topics to proactively mitigate risks and inform safe working practices
Maintain register of environmentally controlled spaces and managed areas and provide technical advice on compliant land management practices
Organize and facilitate external vendors and partnerships with NATA accredited testing labs
Review construction environmental management plans and assist Project Managers with obtaining necessary permits and certificates to conduct new construction works
Ensure compliance with all site environmental health and safety requirements
Conduct investigations into workplace incidents and document findings and corrective actions
Any other reasonable duties as requested

Requirements:

Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, or a related field
Strong verbal and written communication
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Driver’s License
3-5 years work experience in the environmental science field
Basic knowledge of computer applications e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, and data entry
High-level of communication
written and verbal, teamwork and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with a group
Planning and organizational skills
Ability to lift up to 20kg independently
At least 18 years of age
Able to fluently read, write and speak English
Must be an USA citizen who have a TS/SCI or Australian Citizen who can obtain the appropriate level of security clearance
NV1 Department of Defence Security Clearance (Australian) or TS/SCI (U.S.) clearance w/ Poly

Nice to have:

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science
Construction Induction (White Card)
Working at Heights

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 25, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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