Associate Director - QLD Planning & Approvals Mining / Critical Minerals (N301)
	EMM Consulting Pty Limited

Would you be excited by an opportunity to be at the forefront of the changing landscape for mining and critical minerals projects in Queensland?

Are you an experience environmental leader who wants a to play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, identifying new business opportunities and driving innovative approaches that influence the future of sustainable resource development?

Want to work with a leading multi-disciplinary team of environmental specialists who push boundaries and redefine what’s possible?

We’re looking for someone with your passion and deep expertise in Queensland. You’ll play a key role in shaping our QLD building new business and creating opportunities to deliver innovation and positive out outcomes for our communities clients across the mining sector.

You’ll lead complex approval strategies for state significant projects and work with an outstanding team of technical specialists to deliver high quality outcomes and innovation for a diverse range of mining & critical minerals projects. Most importantly, you’ll have a voice and plenty of support and opportunity to influence, shape and grow our QLD practice.

At EMM, we believe that a sustainable future is achievable and we proactively pursue opportunities to help our clients and the community make it a reality. Our dedicated team of environmental professionals share a passion and commitment to driving positive change through innovation, collaboration and out-of-the-box thinking.

We were incredibly proud to be recognised once again this year as the Best Provider of ESG Services: Built & Natural Environment Consulting in the 2026 Client Choice Awards. Unlike many industry awards, the Client Choice Awards are judged solely on client feedback - that’s what makes this recognition so meaningful.

Here’s what you can expect in your new role with EMM:

• You’ll have the opportunity and time to dedicate to developing and nurturing client relationships in QLD – creating opportunities that will help mining clients to plan, navigate the changing landscape and transition
• You’ll bring insight and thought leadership in helping to shape and evolve our services and strategy to align with the opportunities in QLD
• You’ll be surrounded by an outstanding team of multi-disciplinary environmental professionals and lead the delivery of state significant mining and minerals projects across QLD stretching across Metalliferous coal, hard rock mining and strategic minerals
• You’ll have the opportunity and time to mentor and develop a truly talented bunch of early career and experienced professionals
• You can look forward to the autonomy, flexibility and support you need to balance all aspects of your life
• With offices across Australia; you’ll be able to flex and enjoy hybrid working at its best

Here’s what you’ll bring to have impact:

• You’ll have significant experience in leading state significant multi-disciplinary mining projects in QLD
• A deep understanding of environmental and planning legislation at a QLD State and Federal level and demonstrated success of advising on planning strategies for major projects
• A deep understanding of the global mining markets, the growth opportunities and the current agenda for QLD
• You’ve developed strong relationships and networks across the Mining industry and with regulators and built an outstanding reputation for delivering high quality outcomes with integrity, innovation and dedication

When you submit your application, look out for our email confirming safe receipt and important information regarding next steps.

Our goal is to build a team of EMMers that looks like the world around us — and we want EMMers to stay and grow. As part of our efforts to build an EMM for everyone, we embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and we aim to cultivate a sense of belonging throughout the company.

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

• Please note we can only consider applicants with a legal right to work in Australia
• Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted for this position

How to Apply:
If you meet the requirement of this position, please submit your application via email to careers@emmconsulting.com.au confirming your preferred work location and quoting reference: N301 in subject line.