Graduate Environment Officer

GRADUATE ENVIRONMENT OFFICER

About the Role

Reporting to the Environmental Superintendent, you will support the effective management of environmental obligations across the operation while developing practical experience in environmental management within the mining industry.

This role provides exposure to environmental monitoring, compliance, reporting, approvals, rehabilitation and environmental management systems, offering an excellent opportunity to build technical capability and professional experience in a supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support site operations to meet environmental obligations and promote environmentally responsible work practices
• Assist in the implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of environmental management systems, standards and procedures
• Coordinate and support environmental monitoring programs in accordance with licences, approvals and statutory requirements
• Assist with the collection, analysis and reporting of environmental monitoring data
• Support environmental compliance activities including inspections, audits, incident investigations and management of non-compliances
• Assist in the preparation and submission of statutory, regulatory and company environmental reports
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining environmental approvals, permits, licences and management plans
• Support the development and implementation of environmental risk and hazard management systems
• Assist in the planning, implementation and monitoring of rehabilitation and mine closure activities
• Maintain accurate environmental records and documentation
• Support engagement with regulators, government agencies, contractors and other stakeholders
• Contribute to environmental improvement projects and initiatives across the operation

About You

You will be a proactive and safety-focused graduate who is eager to develop technical expertise and build a long-term career in environmental management within the mining industry.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability and Development, or other relevant environmental disciplines
• Some relevant industry experience or exposure to environmental management
• Demonstrated commitment to developing skills and experience in environmental management and the mining industry
• Sound understanding of environmental legislation and regulatory responsibilities
• Understanding of mining operations and associated environmental risks and impacts
• Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the business
• Experience with environmental monitoring, compliance reporting or rehabilitation activities will be highly regarded

Please note this is a site-based role working Monday to Friday at Rix's Creek near Singleton.

Working with The Bloomfield Group

The Bloomfield Group is a proud Australian mining and engineering business that has been part of the Hunter Valley community for almost 90 years, employing around 600 local people.

We own and operate two open‑cut coal mines - Rix’s Creek near Singleton and Bloomfield Mine near Maitland - along with Kings Engineering and Biodiesel Industries Australia.

Investing in our people and our community

We invest in our people and our community.

Through the Bloomfield Group Foundation, we support vulnerable young people, medical and health research, and a wide range of programs that enrich Hunter Valley communities.

Our values guide how we work: We Care. We Deliver.

• We respect and care about the safety and wellbeing of our people, our community and the environment.
• We work together with integrity to achieve safety, operational best practice, customer satisfaction and compliance.

This position requires an individual who aligns with these values.

To Apply

To apply for the position, please answer the screening questions and attach your covering letter and resume. Please ensure that your cover letter addresses the essential criteria (as outlined in the Position Description) and your experience relevant to the role. In providing your CV to Bloomfield you acknowledge acceptance to be included in its recruitment processes as defined by the business and available at ********************.

Applications are open to Sunday 27 September 2026 (please note early applications are encouraged as the position may close early following a suitable candidate being found).

Please call our Recruitment Team on ********* for further information or email us at ****************************

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About Bloomfield Group

The Bloomfield Group is a proud and successful Australian mining and engineering group.

Australian owned and operated, we have been part of the community for more than 80 years and employ hundreds of local people.

The mining operations are our Rix’s Creek Mine northwest of Singleton, and our Bloomfield Mine east of Maitland.

The Hunter based Kings Engineering business is also owned by the Group.

To learn more about the working The Bloomfield Group, watch this short introductory video.