Environmental Officer

Water is essential for life. At Seqwater, we’re not just delivering water—we’re driving innovation, growth and transformation to secure the future of water across South East Queensland.

As one of the largest water businesses with the most geographically spread and diverse asset base of any capital city in Australia, our operations extend from the New South Wales border to the base of the Toowoomba ranges and north to Gympie.

As we enter an exciting period of expansion, we're embracing new technologies and sustainable practices to meet the growing needs of our region. We work collaboratively across our organisation and with our stakeholders, constantly striving to enhance the quality of service we provide. As we modernise our systems and invest in smarter water grids, we remain focused on delivering the highest standard of service, always with the future in mind.

Our transformation is about more than just infrastructure—it’s about people. Our team of dedicated professionals are united by a shared passion for creating lasting, meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve, and this is reflected in Our Vision, Water for Life, Our Promise - Safe for Life, and Our Values of integrity, respect, care, and courage that shape everything we do.

If you want to be part of an organisation that’s shaping the future of water management, now is the time to join Seqwater.

We will be working on some of the most high-profile water infrastructure projects in the industry, helping to secure Water for Life for generations to come.

As the Environmental Officer you will deliver environmental advice and support within an asset intensive industry. In collaboration with the Environmental Advisor and Senior Environmental Advisor you will partner with your key internal stakeholders to improve Seqwater’s environmental management capabilities. With general knowledge of environmental legislation and approvals frameworks you will interact with a range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure Seqwater’s interests and environmental management outcomes are achieved.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver environmental compliance activities and monitoring programs to meet legislative and approval requirements.
• Provide technical advice and support environmental outcomes across project planning, delivery, and operations.
• Investigate environmental incidents and contribute to risk assessments and mitigation strategies.
• Support environmental audits, reporting, and compliance tracking against licences and obligations.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and coordinate environmental consultants and external parties. 

To be successful in this role, you will possess:  

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental legislation, approvals and compliance frameworks.
• Understanding of environmental management within operational and project environments.
• Ability to analyse and interpret data, identify issues, and recommend practical solutions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills across internal and external parties.
• C Class Driver’s Licence – essential for fieldwork and regional travel.
• Knowledge of the water industry and associated environmental impacts (desirable).

This position will be offered on a full-time 2-year fixed term contract and has a salary of $90,491.17 per annum plus 12.75% superannuation.

Submit your cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and your resume via the Apply button.

11:55PM AEST, Wednesday 20th May 2026

For further information please email enquiries to recruitment@seqwater.com

Please note – applications cannot be accepted via email.

Advertised: 11 May 2026 E. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 20 May 2026 E. Australia Standard Time

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