About Hillgrove
Hillgrove (ASX:HGO) is a growing ASX-listed Australian copper producer with its heart in South Australia. Hillgrove has operated since 2005 and completed open-pit mining at Kanmantoo in 2020. In 2023, we commenced development of our underground mine and in 2024 completed our transition to underground copper production.
Our operation is well capitalised with a 3–3.6Mtpa processing plant, with permitted surface infrastructure in place. Hillgrove is also testing the next suite of high-potential targets. In addition to the Kanmantoo operation, we have a large land holding of granted Exploration Licences in South-eastern South Australia, which are highly prospective for the discovery of economic copper deposits
within a variety of geological settings.
Hillgrove supplies critical minerals for a sustainable future, backed by long-standing environmental stewardship and strong stakeholder relationships. With a well-understood ore body and proven metallurgy, we deliver stable performance, deep regional know-how, and active participation in South Australia’s mining community.
About the Role
Hillgrove is seeking an experienced Environmental Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Sustainability Superintendent, this role combines field and office-based work to support environmental compliance, continuous improvement and positive relationships with regulators and the community.
This role is based at Kanmantoo Copper Mine on a Monday to Friday, 5:2 roster.
Based in the Adelaide Hills, Kanmantoo offers a great local lifestyle with the convenience of being only 55mins from the Adelaide CBD, 25mins from Mount Barker and 30mins from Murray Bridge.
Key Responsibilities
- Implementing, maintaining, and undertaking environmental compliance monitoring programs, initiatives, and activities
- Conduct regular monitoring of dust, air, surface water, groundwater, flora, fauna, and rehabilitation sites to ensure compliance with regulatory and Program for Environment Protection and Rehabilitation (PEPR) requirements
- Prepare, manage, and review reports and documentation to ensure accurate and up-to-date records
- Identify environmental hazards, assess associated risks, and implement corrective solutions. Supporting stakeholder and community engagement by contributing to sustainability initiatives, liaising with site personnel, contractors, and consultants, building positive relationships with landholders and community groups, and representing Hillgrove Resources.
- Driving continuous improvement by staying informed of changes in environmental legislation, technology, and industry best practice, identifying opportunities for improvement, and collaborating with the Sustainability team.
About you:
The Environmental Officer supports Hillgrove’s commitment to responsible mining and environmental excellence. This role ensures that site activities comply with all environmental approvals, licences, obligations and internal management standards, while driving continual improvement and supporting the business’s sustainability objectives.
To be eligible for this role, you will need:
- A tertiary qualification in environmental science, environmental management, ecology,
natural resource management, environmental engineering or a related discipline.
- Current Class C driver’s licence and ability to undertake fieldwork.
- Knowledge of South Australian environmental legislation, mining approvals and reporting
requirements.
- Experience in environmental monitoring, data analysis and technical reporting.
- Strong communication, contractor coordination and Microsoft Office skills.
Highly regarded:
- Hands-on environmental experience within an operating mine, ideally in a small to mid-sized operation.
- Experience preparing MARCR and PEPR submissions.
- Experience with environmental monitoring and data management systems.
- Mine site rehabilitation, revegetation or SEB offset experience.
- Knowledge of Adelaide Hills ecology and biodiversity.
Why Hillgrove?
- Enjoy the benefit of being home every night
- Short-term incentive performance bonus opportunity
- Supportive team culture in a growing South Australian mining business
- Long-term career opportunity at Kanmantoo as underground operations continue to grow
Hillgrove is committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace. We value people for their skills, experience and contribution, and for the way they work with others. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability and people from diverse
backgrounds. Bullying, harassment and discrimination are not accepted at Hillgrove. If you require reasonable adjustments during recruitment or employment, please let us know.
To be successful in this role, you will be required to complete a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, and participate in ongoing medical surveillance and routine drug and alcohol testing in line with our Fitness for Work requirements.
Our Values
Safety – We are committed to a safe and responsible work environment where every person goes home safely. We proactively manage risks, follow best practices, and look out for one another to prevent incidents before they happen.
Integrity – We do what is right, even when no one is watching. Our operations are built on trust, accountability, and ethical decision-making to ensure long-term success for our people, community and stakeholders.
Delivery – We focus on efficiency, reliability, and innovation to produce copper at the lowest sustainable cost. We take pride in delivering on our commitments and continuously improving our processes.
Apply now
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply now through this portal.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted if successful. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until the role is filled.
** Only residential candidates considered
