At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Part of Thales Australia, Australian Munitions is the largest domestic manufacturer of explosive ordnance to the Australian Defence Force, with a successful track record delivering ammunition, propellants, explosives and related services including acid production and industrial waste treatment to Defence and commercial markets.

Working at our sites in Benalla - on Yorta Yorta land, your role purpose is to -

• Provide advice, leadership and hands on support to implement and maintain the environmental requirements at the Benalla facility.

• Coordinate and manage environmental work, including performance monitoring, directing field activities, and compiling/interpreting analytical data.

• Keeping abreast of the extensive range of information and reports in relation to site environmental performance, environmental assessments and historical contamination.

• Provide support to the HSE Manager and site management in implementing environmental projects associated with cleaner production programs and waste management, including the performance and direction of fieldwork, and the compilation and interpretation of analytical data

On day one in this role, we'll expect you to bring the following skills, experience and behaviours:

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Chemistry, or related disciplines

• Knowledge and understanding of NSW, Victorian and Commonwealth environmental legislation, or similar legislative framework.

• Background in chemical processes and the environmental impacts resulting from these.

• Experience with analysis and alignment to environmental legislative requirements and industry best practice.

• Track record in undertaking investigations, developing technical reports

As part of our commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration + Super

• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment

• Recognised leader in reservist employee support

• Veterans Leave

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS

• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

• Modernised Paid Parental Leave

• Novated Lease options

• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work

• Personal & professional training development opportunities

• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

• Access to a network of the best people (A Nobel Prize winner on our staff list!)

Good to Know

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role.

The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

We Encourage You To Apply
After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process. Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and depending on the role type, medical checks as well.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.