Environment Advisor

Vault Minerals Limited is a leading intermediate gold producer listed on the ASX, with a diversified portfolio of operating assets across Western Australia and Canada. Formerly known as Red 5 Limited, the company rebranded to Vault Minerals in September 2024 to reflect its scale, strength, and growth ambitions.

King of the Hills (KOTH) is the flagship operation of Vault Minerals Limited and one of the largest gold mines in Australia. After significant expansion, KOTH now features a 5.2 million tonne per annum (Mtpa) processing plant, providing a solid platform for long-term production growth. This dynamic operation combines open-pit and underground mining, with exciting exploration activities driving the future.  KOTH is located approximately 900 km northeast of Perth and 25 km north of Leonora, within the Goldfields Region of Western Australia.

As part of our continued commitment to environment, sustainability and community engagement, we are seeking an experienced Environment Advisor to join our team. Your primary responsibility will be to support the facilitation of site environment compliance and conduct monitoring and reporting programs at our KOTH site, Darlot site and pastoral leases. 

What we offer: 

• Permanent position on an 8:6 FIFO roster from Perth 
• Exposure to a large Gold mining operation 
• Short 1 hour flight and 20 minute bus ride to camp/site 
• Paid parental leave, novated leasing and salary sacrifice options available 
  
  

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Conduct environment monitoring, ensuring accurate and timely data review and recording, and communication of outcomes to managers.
• Assist with coordination of internal resources and contractors to ensure compliances are achieved.
• Provide assistance with cultural heritage management issues, including cultural heritage assessment/clearance surveys.
• Contribute to the preparation of environment approval applications.
• Assist with the implementation of the Environment Management Plans and Procedures, reviewing when required.
• Prepare the site weekly and monthly internal environment reports, and regulatory Annual Environmental Reports (AER).
• Prepare accurate and detailed area maps as required using GIS software.
• Prepare and deliver environment training and awareness material.
• Ensure surface disturbance is managed effectively.
• Support managers to conduct rehabilitation practices in line with the Mine Closure Plan.
• Meaningfully engage with internal and external stakeholders on environment concerns or issues.

About You

• Recognised Tertiary Degree in a relevant Environment discipline.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a site based environment advisor role.
• An understanding of Western Australia’s environment legislation and approval processes.
• Technical understanding and experience in using monitoring equipment and competence in understanding analytic results.
• A fundamental understanding of practical strategies for mitigating environment impacts and implementing rehabilitation practices.
• Previous exposure to management system (INX) databases (InControl) is desirable.
• Proficient in using the Microsoft Office Suite with strong computer literacy & demonstrated experience in GIS software (ArcGIS) is essential.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail, along with strong organisational and clear report-writing skills.
• Current WA manual "C" Class driver’s licence and Senior First Aid Certificate.

Our Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.

If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now.

Vaults Minerals kindly requests that agencies do not send unsolicited resumes unless specifically invited to do so.