About Sun Metals

Located just 15km from the Townsville CBD, Sun Metals operates one of the most technologically advanced zinc refineries in the world. We produce Special High Grade Zinc, Zinc Alloy, and valuable by-products including Sulfuric Acid, Copper, Cadmium, and Zinc Ferrite. Our process covers roasting, leaching, purification, electrolysis, and casting, supplying both domestic and international markets.

Our mission is clear: to be the best zinc refinery in the world — through safety, environmental leadership, and global competitiveness.

We are proud to be the first refinery worldwide to join RE100, committing to 100% renewable energy by 2050. From building Australia’s largest integrated industrial solar farm (125MWac) to developing the SunHQ Hydrogen Hub with Ark Energy, we’re leading the charge toward a cleaner future.

About the role

The Sun Metals site lies in the coastal zone adjacent to Cleveland Bay. The extensive monitoring conducted throughout the surrounding landscapes and particularly the aquatic ecosystems in the adjoining wetland areas, offer a particularly diverse opportunity to the successful applicant.

Reporting to the Environmental Superintendent, the Senior Environmental Advisor will provide subject matter expertise and guidance to the operation on the design and ongoing development of environmental programs, environmental compliance, regulatory approvals and reporting, environmental monitoring, data management, event investigation and auditing.

In addition to duties conducted at the Sun Metals site, this position also offers the opportunity to support our ship loading and unloading operations at the Port of Townsville.

Key responsibilities

Provide support in all aspects of environmental management and compliance for the operation.
Implement and maintain the Sun Metals Environmental Management System (EMS) and promote continual improvement in environmental performance.
Assist in negotiations and liaison with environmental regulatory agencies on environmental issues, approvals, permit management and reporting requirements.
Audit the Environmental Management System, undertake inspections of refinery operations and investigate environmental incidents to ensure continual improvement and regulatory compliance.
Prepare detailed technical reports and documents for internal and external stakeholders;
Coordinate and conduct environmental monitoring programs, data management and interpretation.

About you

To be successful in this role you will have the following competencies:

Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Management, Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering
Strong environmental management and industry experience in refining, heavy industry, mining, manufacturing or related industries
Demonstrated experience with Queensland environmental legislation, approvals, permit management and compliance reporting requirements
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels of the business
Self-motivated with excellent time management, planning and analytical skills
Current manual driver’s license.

About Townsville

A thriving coastal port city, Townsville is the largest city in northern Australia and one of Australia’s fastest-growing regional centres. The region has a strong and diverse economic base including mining, mineral processing, agriculture, manufacturing, education, tourism, healthcare, government and defence.

With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, World Heritage-listed national parks and lush tropical gardens, Townsville boasts spectacular natural landscapes and is a major gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, the Wet Tropics and the Queensland outback.

Enjoy the relaxed lifestyle, with plenty of great attractions and amazing daytrips on offer, perfect for singles, couples, and families.

If you meet the above criteria and wish to pursue a career in our progressive organisation, we encourage you to apply now.