LMS Energy is Australia’s largest emissions reducer and the national leader in biogas-to-energy and solar on landfill. LMS requires the services of a full-time or part-time Regulatory Approvals Coordinator in Prospect, South Australia. 

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the successful delivery of innovative bioenergy and circular economy projects. Working in close partnership with the Group Manager - Project Development and Compliance, you will play a key role in securing and managing planning and environmental approvals across a variety of jurisdictions. The position offers exposure to all stages of the approvals process, from pre-lodgement engagement through to compliance during project execution. You will collaborate with internal project teams, planning authorities and external consultants to support the efficient and timely delivery of projects across Australia and New Zealand. 

Why LMS Energy?

Be a part of an inclusive team, where everything we do is inspired by our vision to be the leading bioenergy and methane abatement company, powering the circular economy. Our people are supported by management with an open-door policy, while training and development opportunities means we enjoy an unrivalled level of personal progression and growth. At LMS, we have an average staff tenure of five years. In our Engagement Survey for 2024, 94% of employees either agreed or strongly agreed that they would recommend LMS as a place to work. Why? We truly value our people. Without our people, we would not be the great business we are today!

Our commitment to you

• Health and wellbeing options, including the opportunity to work from home, flexible start and finish times, a weekly wellbeing hour and access to our holistic Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 
• Learning and development in supportive team environment with professional, safety and technical training opportunities and growth pathways. 
• Community impact with participation in various charitable activities and volunteering opportunities using a "Give Back Day". 
• Diversity, equity and inclusion committee and focus groups, ensuring a workplace where every individual feels valued, included and empowered. 
• Leave entitlements, including prorated long-service leave, study leave and employer-paid parental leave. 
• Rewards and recognition for length of service and cultural and safety excellence. 

Responsibilities:

• Lead the coordination and preparation of planning and environmental approval applications across a range of bioenergy and circular economy projects in Australia and New Zealand 
• Liaise with statutory planning authorities to obtain preapplication advice and participate in pre-lodgement meetings 
• Manage the submission process for development applications, ensuring alignment with state and local planning policies 
• Coordinate external consultants and specialists to deliver supporting technical assessments, surveys and reports 
• Monitor and report on compliance with development conditions throughout the project lifecycle 
• Secure building and occupancy permits in accordance with relevant legislation and the National Construction Code 
• Represent LMS in discussions with councils, government agencies and other key stakeholders to support timely and positive approval outcomes 
• Review, analyse and finalise technical documents and planning reports to support project decision making 
• Contribute to the assessment and evolution of project designs from concept stage through to delivery 
• Provide timely updates to internal project teams, contributing to project scheduling and critical path tracking for approval milestones Coordinate public notification materials and attend community consultation events as required 
• Prepare and manage subdivision and easement applications and ensure documentation meets all regulatory and internal quality standards 
• Maintain accurate records and ensure document management aligns with established protocols 
• Build and maintain strong working relationships across internal teams and external stakeholders 
• Provide regular reporting on the status of applications, highlighting risks and opportunities to project teams and leadership 

Requirements:

• Tertiary qualification in Planning and/or Environmental related discipline
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience managing complex planning approvals
• Experience in development approval applications for renewable energy projects 
• Experience in a project or construction environment
• Australian Drivers Licence
• Upholds LMS’ company values and culture

Please email applications to employment@lms.com.au, quoting job reference CMPL-05-290725. 

We are continuously searching for passionate individuals that value the environment, have a caring outlook, and want to work towards a brighter future. If this sounds like you, please click apply, we’d love to hear from you! Check out our website to learn more about what we do https://www.lms.com.au/ .

LMS Energy (LMS) does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. LMS considers any resume (CV) or biography received from an agency without prior approval from a member of our HR team to be unsolicited and gratuitous, and such submissions will not be recognised by LMS for purposes of “ownership” of the candidate. Agencies are requested not to contact any employee at LMS with recruiting enquiries. LMS does not consider candidates received by the company until they are received by the HR team directly from the agency after approval has been given and a fee agreement is in place. LMS will not pay a fee to any agency that does not follow these guidelines. Any questions, please contact employment@lms.com.au.