Job Description
Superintendent Environment - Execution
  • FIFO from Perth – 8 days on; 6 days off Roster
  • Performance, Retention and Profit Share Bonuses
  • Company contribution towards private health insurance
  • Lead the site environment execution team

 

About the role

Hancock Iron Ore is building a high‑performing mining business that prioritises responsible resource development, operational excellence and long‑term environmental stewardship. We are looking for an experienced environmental leader to join our Risk and Compliance team as Superintendent Environment – Execution.

Reporting to the Manager Environment and Approvals, you will lead the environmental execution teams responsible for implementing environmental management across Hancock Iron Ore’s operational sites. Working closely with operational teams, regulators and stakeholders, you will oversee environmental compliance and performance while driving continuous improvement in environmental outcomes.

At Hancock Iron Ore, we are committed to creating a workplace where people can contribute, grow and perform at their best. This role offers the opportunity to influence environmental performance while working with a committed and capable team. The role is suited to someone who enjoys working collaboratively with operations, influencing outcomes on site, and building a strong team culture that supports safe and sustainable operations.

 

Duties

  • Lead and develop a high‑performing environment execution team, fostering a safe, collaborative and accountable culture
  • Coordinate environmental monitoring programs and ensure timely, accurate reporting and incident response
  • Identify, assess and manage environmental risks across operations, supporting proactive mitigation and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Maintain strong environmental governance through effective compliance tracking, documentation and regulatory reporting
  • Lead environmental audits and inspections, ensuring findings are addressed and corrective actions are implemented
  • Provide practical guidance and training to operational teams to embed environmental practices into day‑to‑day activities
  • Manage environmental consultants and contractors and support engagement with regulators, Traditional Owners and community stakeholders

 

About you

You are an experienced environmental professional with strong operational awareness and the ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and site leadership. You bring a practical approach to compliance, strong leadership capability and a focus on improving environmental performance. 

Skills and experience

  • Significant experience in environmental management within mining, resources or heavy industry, including experience leading teams and environmental programs on operational sites
  • Strong knowledge of environmental legislation, approvals and compliance requirements within regulated operational environments
  • Experience managing environmental monitoring programs, audits, incident investigations and environmental risk management
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively with operational teams and engage with regulators, contractors and other external stakeholders
  • Experience managing environmental consultants and contractors and supporting operational teams to implement environmental practices
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or a related discipline and a current Australian C‑class driver’s licence; experience with environmental management systems, rehabilitation or data analytics is highly regarded

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About Hancock Iron Ore

The world of iron ore is evolving, and so are we. Atlas Iron and Roy Hill have joined forces to become Hancock Iron Ore, building on our combined strengths of resilience and innovation.

Our portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia’s Pilbara region has a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. As one team under Hancock Iron Ore, we have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and Mount Webber, with McPhee Creek under construction 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.

Perth Remote Operations Facilities

You'll be joining us at our Remote Operations Centre (ROC) where you will benefit from:

  • Free on-site parking 
  • Modern spacious office with break-out facilities
  • In-house café providing variety of food options and barista coffee
  • Flexi Leave 
  • Flexible working hours outside of core business hours
  • Active social club with community events and activities for employees
  • Lifestyle, learning and recreation initiatives, including family events

Equal Opportunity

Hancock Iron Ore is an equal opportunity employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and women to apply. We promote cultural diversity, gender equality and non- discrimination. 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.
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Posting End Date:  10/05/2026
Information at a Glance
Business Unit:  Finance
Job Location:  Perth Airport
Posting End Date:  10/05/2026
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