At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.
“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.
When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.
Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.
Formally known as Epic Environmental, the Australian arm of Onterris has kept the strong culture we are well known for. The team continues to work closely with clients, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes without an overemphasis on KPIs.
Our teams have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, auditors, and professionals with vast experience within our industry, while enjoying regular social events and collaborative work that bring the team together. Onterris also supports career development through relevant internal opportunities and individual one-on-one career conversations focused on growth and progression.
We are seeking a Senior Mine Rehabilitation and Closure Specialist to join our Assessment and Approvals team, working our thriving Brisbane office where you will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
- Providing specialist/technical input to support the delivery of mine rehabilitation and closure projects, including Progressive Rehabilitation and Closure Plans, Rehabilitation Management Plans, Mine Closure Plans and Closure Execution Plans
- Leading or coordinating multidisciplinary technical studies to support the delivery of mining approvals and closure projects, such as final landform and cover design, mine waste rock and tailings management, mine water management, erosion modelling, growth medium assessment and revegetation strategies and rehabilitation monitoring or certification
- Providing technical leadership across the business in mine rehabilitation and closure matters and contributing to capacity building within the team
- Conducting site visits to collect site data or advise clients on environmental management, rehabilitation planning and mine closure
- Identifying and securing market opportunities, preparing proposals, budgets and tender documents
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
- 10+ years of experience within consulting or operation rehabilitation management
- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Soil Science, Restoration Ecology, Geochemistry, Geology, Environmental Engineering or related discipline
- Expertise in rehabilitation planning, approvals and management for the Queensland resources sector
- Working knowledge of international closure standards and guidelines as week as state-based Australian environmental legislation and policies
Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.
