Closure Specialist - Renewables in Perth: Profession with future

Australia, Perth

Fulltime: 40 hrs a week

Experience: 4 years

Closing: November 23, 2024

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Introduction

Brunel is seeking a highly experienced Closure Specialist - Renewables to join our client's dynamic Projects and Closure Team. Based in Perth CBD, this 12-month contract offers an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting the company's renewable energy and decarbonisation initiatives in the Pilbara region.

What are you going to do

You will take ownership of the development and implementation of mine closure plans, ensuring that renewable energy projects align with both regulatory requirements and the company's long-term sustainability objectives. In this role, you will be the key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, driving collaboration across multiple teams to ensure successful project closure and minimizing future environmental impact.

Duties include:

Lead Closure Planning: Design and implement mine closure plans (MDCPs) for renewable projects, ensuring adherence to industry regulations and company standards.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with internal teams (Environment, Planning, Engineering, etc.) and external stakeholders such as government bodies, traditional landowners, and consultants to ensure transparency and alignment.
Project Management: Manage all aspects of closure projects, including budgets, contracts, and scheduling, to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.
Risk Management: Use your environmental and heritage expertise to advise on risk minimization and influence design teams on reducing long-term closure liabilities.
Regulatory Compliance: Be a subject matter expert in relevant legislation and ensure full compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
Reporting: Prepare comprehensive documentation for regulatory submissions and stakeholder communications.

Essential skills and knowledge

Required

Experience: Extensive years in closure planning and project management, with at strong experience in mine closure.
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of WA mining and environmental regulations, with proven experience in closure and rehabilitation planning.
Leadership & Collaboration: Ability to influence and negotiate solutions, work autonomously in cross-functional teams, and manage external consultants.
Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience engaging both internal and external stakeholders.
Commitment to Safety: Prioritises the safety of colleagues and stakeholders at all times.

Desired

Experience in renewable energy projects and linear infrastructure.
Proficiency in GIS tools and rehabilitation strategies.

What we offer

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trade and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating locally since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 45 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Scott McAdam: s.mcadam@brunel.net or 0404 653 603

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