Approvals Specialist
Core
Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of statutory planning and environmental approval processes for port operations, maintenance, and development projects.
Role type
Senior IC approvals specialist (planning & environment)
Builds
Statutory planning and environmental approvals for port infrastructure and operations
Domain
Ports & Maritime / Environmental Planning & Regulation
Required skills
Planning and environmental approval processes, Australian and Queensland legislation, stakeholder engagement, project coordination, regulatory compliance, documentation management
Preferred skills
Coastal/marine/port development experience, C Class Driver's Licence, Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Support identification and assessment of statutory planning and environmental approval requirements; Prepare permit applications, development applications, referrals and supporting documentation; Coordinate specialist technical studies and inputs; Maintain approvals registers and governance records; Provide practical advice to project teams on approval requirements and risks; Assist in project planning by identifying approval sequencing and critical path requirements; Coordinate consultants and contractors to support approval delivery outcomes
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC