Job Description
Advisor Environment - Execution
  • FIFO from Perth – 8 days on; 6 days off Roster
  • Performance, Retention and Profit Share Bonuses
  • Company contribution towards private health insurance
  • Support environmental performance across the operational sites

 

Our vision

As a leading iron ore producer, Hancock Iron Ore is helping secure the resources, jobs and prosperity that underpin the nation’s future. Guided by our vision to be the best mining company for Australia, we measure success not only by what we produce, but by the difference we make. We value creating opportunities, helping build regional and remote areas, and supporting Australian businesses by unlocking potential wherever it exists. Being 'For Australia' means delivering lasting benefits for today and for generations to come.

 

About the role

At Hancock Iron Ore, we are committed to responsible resource development and protecting the natural environment while supporting safe, sustainable operations. We are looking for an Advisor Environment – Execution, to join our site-based environment team and help deliver strong environmental performance across our operational sites.

Reporting to the Supervisor Environment - Execution, this role supports the implementation of environmental management strategies and operational compliance with relevant legislation, approvals and company standards across site activities. Working closely with operations, contractors, consultants and internal stakeholders, you will help embed environmental compliance into day-to-day activities and contribute to a culture of environmental stewardship.

This is a great opportunity for an environmental professional keen to build and grow their career in mining, with exposure to operational compliance, monitoring programs, stakeholder engagement, contractor management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

 

Duties

  • Maintain site environmental compliance through the implementation of approvals
  • Conduct monitoring activities and maintain accurate records
  • Undertake environmental reporting, audits and inspections
  • Identify environmental risks and help drive practical improvement initiatives
  • Identify environmental incidents and support incident response and corrective action follow-up
  • Oversee and coordinate contractors and consultants to meet environmental obligations
  • Provide accurate and purposeful advice to the operational teams in relation to environmental matters
  • Contribute to stakeholder engagement both internal and external

 

Skills and experience

  • Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology, Geology, Natural Resource Management, or equivalent experience
  • Current Australian C Class Manual Driver’s Licence
  • Ability to support environmental compliance across projects and operational areas
  • Demonstrated experience communicating environmental information and establishing effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Fauna handling certification and/or practical fauna handling experience is desirable but not essential

 

Experience in mining, resources or another heavy industry environment, including FIFO or remote-area work, will be highly regarded. An understanding of environmental compliance, monitoring, reporting, audits, incident investigations and corrective actions is desirable. Experience in contractor or consultant management, environmental systems, GIS or spatial tools, rehabilitation or land management, and fauna spotting in accordance with Western Australian regulatory requirements will also be viewed favourably.

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About Hancock Iron Ore

Hancock Iron Ore has a portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region, with a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. We have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and McPhee Creek, plus a range of exciting development opportunities.
 
We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.

Life at our Mines

Our Mine Village is a modern, comfortable home away from home, with recent extensive upgrades to accommodation, dining, fitness, recreation, and wellbeing facilities. Residents can enjoy renovated rooms with contemporary amenities, high-quality dining with healthy, vegan, and gluten-free options, upgraded gym and pool facilities, social and recreation spaces, SWIFT in-room entertainment, a 24/7 retail offering, and an active calendar of community, lifestyle, learning, and family-friendly activities.

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and females to apply. We are a fair, diverse and welcoming workplace. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.

Application Information

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia.

This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified.  We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications.

Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered.

Posting End Date:  20/09/2026
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Finance
Job Location:  McPhee Creek Mine (FIFO), Sanjiv Ridge Mine (FIFO)
Posting End Date:  20/09/2026

Please note that recruitment agencies are not invited to submit candidates for this position.