Environmental Business Partner | 2-year fixed term contract
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Mid level$2.6B raised
About Us At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen.…
About Us At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen.…
Environmental Business Partner, Sydney/Eastern Creek
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia · On-site
Mid level$2.6B raised
About Us At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen.…
About Us At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen.…
At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT…
About Us At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen.…
ABOUT TRANSGRID At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across…
About Us At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen.…
ABOUT TRANSGRID At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across…
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At Transgrid, we connect electricity across NSW and the National Electricity Market, supporting Australia’s transition to a cleaner energy future. The Hunter Transmission Project (HTP) is a critical initiative delivering…
At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT…
At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT…
Skills: Construction Planning, Site Management, Contractor Performance Management, WHS Planning, Contract Administration
At Transgrid, we connect electricity across NSW and the National Electricity Market, supporting Australia’s transition to a cleaner energy future. The Hunter Transmission Project (HTP) is a critical initiative delivering…
At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT…
At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT…
Skills: Construction Planning, Site Management, Contractor Performance Management, WHS Legislation, Environmental Legislation
At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT,…
2027 Apprentice Program - Based in Wagga Wagga Build a Career that matters – Hands On. Future Ready. Learn from the best while shaping Australia's energy future. Competitive starting salary package, at $70,330.35 (includ…
Support the development and delivery of the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone by providing practical environmental advice and ensuring compliance. Responsibilities include reviewing environmental documentation, conducting site inspections, and managing environmental risks and approvals.
Requirements
Requires a degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Natural Resources Management, or a related field. Candidates must have experience in environmental compliance for infrastructure projects and proficiency in spatial systems.
Full job description
About Us
At Transgrid, our work improves the lives of millions – from lighting up sports fields, schools and homes, to powering the wheels of commerce and everything else in between. Now it’s your turn to make it happen.
This is an exciting time in the energy industry with the transition to renewable energy. Recent government policy documents outline plans to facilitate increasing transmission interconnection between states and development of renewable energy zones.
The Opportunity | 2-year fixed term contract
In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the development and delivery of the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (CWOREZ), one of Australia's largest and most significant renewable energy infrastructure projects. Working across the northern region of NSW, you will help enable the connection of new renewable energy generation to the Transgrid network, supporting the state's clean energy transition.
Based in Newcastle, Sydney, or any Transgrid depot/location, you will regularly travel to project sites, substations and regional locations across the CWOREZ footprint to provide practical environmental advice and ensure compliance throughout project delivery.
Working closely with project teams, contractors, regulators and stakeholders, you will review environmental documentation, conduct site inspections, support environmental approvals, and provide guidance on environmental risks and obligations. You will also contribute to broader network infrastructure, maintenance and asset replacement activities where required.
Your expertise in environmental legislation, spatial systems and stakeholder engagement will help drive sustainable outcomes while supporting the successful delivery of critical transmission infrastructure that will power NSW's renewable energy future.
About You
Our ideal candidate will have experience supporting construction, maintenance, utilities, transmission or renewable energy projects, including environmental compliance and site-based inspections. They will also bring:
A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resources Management, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of environmental and safety legislation relevant to electricity networks or similar infrastructure.
Proficiency in spatial systems and software to support environmental planning and decision-making.
Practical experience in environmental impact assessment and stakeholder engagement.
A willingness and ability to travel frequently across NSW, including stays at regional sites.
Recognition & Reward
We believe in providing our people personal, professional and social benefits so that they can deliver their best work each and every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, workplace flexibility, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more.
Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and on-going training, workplace mentoring and tertiary education. At Transgrid, you are encouraged to build a career that is right for you.
Our Values
Our core values, Safety, Achievement, Integrity, and Service, shape how we work every day. We prioritise safety, strive for meaningful impact, act with honesty, and deliver exceptional outcomes for our customers and communities.
Applications close on Sunday, 12 July 2026
Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas
We’ve ensured the smooth operation of over 11,517 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 136 substations and switching stations across NSW and the ACT, with interconnections to QLD and VIC.
Our most crucial work is leading the transition to Australia’s clean energy future. The traditional coal system that served our country for decades is nearing the end of its life, to be replaced by wind and solar generation.
We’re making the right decisions now to prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead – a changing climate, population growth and technology innovation.
As we lead the way towards a more resilient future, we’re working closely with our customers and communities to make sure no one is left behind.
Wherever you are in NSW or the ACT, you can be confident in the reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity we transmit as we make a better power system for generations to come.
Offices: 180 Thomas St, Sydney, NSW 2000, AU
Systems ProtectionPower System Analysisand TelecommunicationsEnergyTelecommunications
We’ve ensured the smooth operation of over 11,517 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 136 substations and switching stations across NSW and the ACT, with interconnections to QLD and VIC.
Our most crucial work is leading the transition to Australia’s clean energy future. The traditional coal system that served our country for decades is nearing the end of its life, to be replaced by wind and solar generation.
We’re making the right decisions now to prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead – a changing climate, population growth and technology innovation.
As we lead the way towards a more resilient future, we’re working closely with our customers and communities to make sure no one is left behind.
Wherever you are in NSW or the ACT, you can be confident in the reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity we transmit as we make a better power system for generations to come.
Offices: 180 Thomas St, Sydney, NSW 2000, AU
Systems ProtectionPower System Analysisand TelecommunicationsEnergyTelecommunications