Advisor, Biodiversity & Closure

Workplace Type: Onsite 

Closing Date: 24 November 2026

 

 

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

 

Boddington is a flagship Newmont gold and copper operation in Western Australia, located about 130 kilometres south-east of Perth and 16 kilometres from the rural town of Boddington. As one of Australia's largest gold producers, Boddington is recognised for its leadership in innovation and technology, including becoming the world's first gold mine to implement an Autonomous Haulage System.

 

As a drive-in, drive-out operation, our people enjoy the benefits of regional living while working with industry-leading technology and a team committed to safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement. We take pride in the partnerships we have built with local communities and Traditional Owners, creating shared value through responsible mining and long-term investment in the region.

 

 

Your Impact

 

 

As an Advisor, Biodiversity and Closure, you'll play a key role in enabling the successful delivery of biodiversity and closure commitments at Newmont's Boddington operation. You will support biodiversity risk assessment, project planning, performance reporting and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance biodiversity protection efforts. You will also contribute to integrated closure planning, rehabilitation activities and closure provisioning in accordance with Newmont Standards.

 

 

As Part of Our Team, You Will

 

 

· Drive biodiversity and closure initiatives, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and Newmont Standards.

· Manage consultants undertaking biodiversity surveys, rehabilitation works and technical studies, ensuring safe planning and execution at all times.

· Review and assess technical studies and support regulatory submissions and environmental approvals.

· Provide biodiversity governance to the RDA2 Project team and construction contractors.

· Review and update the Mine Closure Plan, maintain closure provisioning and collate biodiversity and closure data to satisfy Newmont reporting commitments.

 

 

Prerequisites For Success in This Role

 

 

· Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.

· Demonstrated experience in biodiversity, environmental management and closure-related activities within the mining industry.

· Strong knowledge of Western Australian environmental legislation, regulatory frameworks and stakeholder engagement processes.

· Proven capability managing environmental consultants and technical studies, including safety, planning, contractor engagement and delivery of quality outcomes.

· Well-developed stakeholder engagement, influencing and technical communication skills, including experience preparing and reviewing environmental reports and regulatory submissions. Proficiency in spatial data management systems (preferably ArcGIS) and full, unrestricted eligibility for employment in Australia.

 

 

Your Work Environment

 

 

This permanent position is based at Newmont's Boddington operation and offers flexible work arrangement options. The role may be structured on either a 5/2, 4/3 or 8/6 drive-in, drive-out (DIDO) roster, depending on business requirements and the successful candidate. Village accommodation is provided whilst onsite.

 

Reporting to the Director Environment, Boddington, you will work closely with project teams, operational leaders, environmental specialists and social performance professionals, while engaging with regulators, consultants and other key stakeholders. You will also oversee consultants supporting environmental permitting, assessments and compliance activities.

 

 

We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow.