Role Overview & Project Scope

Laing O’Rourke is currently seeking applications for the position of EOI – Senior Environmental Manager/ Environmental Manager. As a $6 billion privately owned global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, Laing O’Rourke delivers some of Australia’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects across defence, transport, rail, health, water, and utilities.

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects. In Australia, we’ve proudly operated under the Laing O’Rourke banner for over 20 years, building on more than 70 years of local expertise.Driven by our purpose – pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, in service of humanity – we create safer hospitals, cleaner water, secure defence facilities, and better-connected cities. We also build meaningful careers and inclusive workplaces where people thrive. Backed by global strength and deep local roots, our unique operating model combines cutting-edge technology with modern methods of construction to deliver certainty for clients and transform how infrastructure is engineered and built. We also own two vertically integrated businesses: Select Plant Australia, the nation’s fourth-largest plant hire company, and Laing O’Rourke Rail Operations, supporting major projects and nationwide rail maintenance.

Core Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

In this role at Laing O’Rourke, your key responsibilities and deliverables will include:

• Lead project environmental management and compliance
• Implement and maintain the Environmental Management Plan
• Coordinate environmental inputs across design and engineering
• Manage consultants and resolve complex technical issues

Selection Criteria & Candidate Profile

Laing O’Rourke evaluates applicants against demonstrated technical capabilities and experience aligned with this role:

• Degree in Environmental Science, Planning or Engineering with extensive environmental management experience
• Experience leading environmental functions on major projects
• Strong construction and infrastructure project experience
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills

Key Competencies & Technical Proficiencies

Benefits, Rewards & Flexibility

At Laing O’Rourke, you are supported to build a meaningful, rewarding career. Some of the benefits offered include:

• In-house training and continuous professional development opportunities.
• Six months’ paid parental leave at full pay for all eligible employees.
• Purchased leave options and paid volunteering leave.
• Exclusive discounts and savings across hundreds of Australian retailers.
• Recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Application Instructions

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