Senior Environment Specialist

Location: Perth, WA

Employment Type: Full-time 6 month Contract - Possible extension

Roster: 5:2 4:3 (open to discussion)

Rate: $90-$110 per hr + super

NES Fircroft are partnering with a Global resources client who are looking for a Senior Environment Specialist to join the team.

Join a leading Global mining company as a Senior Environment Specialist, where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering environmental approvals and compliance for major projects. This is a hands on role that combines strategic influence with practical fieldwork-guiding projects from planning through to operations, mentoring junior staff, and working closely with stakeholders on site.

• Lead complex environmental approvals and compliance processes
• Drive implementation of environmental management plans across project lifecycle
• Provide expert advice on rehabilitation, biodiversity, water management, and closure planning
• Engage with regulators, community stakeholders, and internal teams
• Prepare high-quality documentation for statutory approvals and audits
• Mentor and develop junior environmental professionals
• Work on site with operational teams to ensure practical environmental solutions

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline
• Significant experience in environmental management within mining
• Extensive knowledge of WA environmental legislation and approvals processes
• Proven ability to take projects from planning through to operational phase
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a collaborative approach
• Passion for mentoring and building team capability

• Competitive rate circa $90-$110 per hr + super
• Opportunity to influence major projects and shape sustainable mining practices
• Supportive team culture and professional development pathways
• Flexible work arrangements and career progression opportunities

Does this sound like the job for you? Click on the 'apply now' button!

If you would like to have a confidential discussion about this job before applying or would like to hear about other live vacancies or upcoming opportunities then please contact Sarah Vik-Smith on or

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.