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Jaimie Roberts

from Land Care Assistant to Environmental Officer
I monitor the environment and try and reduce human impact
Industry
Transport, Logistics and Warehousing
Company
Port of Brisbane
Job Level
Entry

Ask me about

  • How my passion for the environment became a career
  • What it was like navigating moving from a regional town to a city
  • The ability to change degrees in university
  • What it is like working in a career where every day looks different

About me

When I graduated from school, I thought I would become an engineer because I enjoyed problem-solving and mathematics. I moved to Brisbane to pursue a Bachelor of Engineering and Mathematics at QUT while working full-time as a tutor to support myself. During my studies, I met a group of students passionate about the environment and sustainability, and I was inspired by their career goals. I started researching environmental jobs and realised they were more appealing to me than engineering. Surprised by how many opportunities existed in this field, I switched to Environmental Science. In my final year, I secured a job as an Environmental Officer at the Port of Brisbane. I balanced work and study full-time until I graduated at the end of 2024.

About my role

  • Independent
  • Innovative
  • Passionate
  • Reliable
  • Witty

An environmental officer’s role is to ensure the company follows proper procedures to protect the surrounding environment. This includes conducting annual monitoring reports to analyse any environmental impact and assisting projects by applying for necessary environmental permits. The environmental officer also monitors the resources the company uses, such as electricity, water, and waste, and works to establish initiatives to reduce the company’s environmental footprint. They collaborate with various teams to develop strategies that improve sustainability, minimize pollution, and ensure compliance with local and international regulations. In addition, the officer is responsible for identifying and managing biosecurity threats, preventing harmful diseases or pests from affecting operations. They play a key role in promoting environmental responsibility throughout the company, working to create a greener, more sustainable future. The environmental officer balances the company's success with its commitment to protecting and preserving the environment for future generations.

Education

  • High School Certificate
  • Duke of Edinburgh Award
  • Bachelor of Environmental Science

Subjects

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • English
  • Mathematical Methods (Maths B)
  • Physics
  • Specialist Mathematics (Maths C)

Hobbies

  • Bike riding
  • Guitar
  • Reading
  • Rock climbing
  • Volunteering

Pets

  • 1 Dog

15 year old me!!

“Follow your passions, stay curious and don’t be afraid to change direction. Life isn’t a straight path, and that’s okay”

My career journey

Curious to know how I got here? Here’s a snapshot of my career pathway.
  1. Moved from the UK in 2007
  2. Completed high school in Gympie
  3. Moved to Brisbane to study
  4. Graduated in Environmental Science at QUT
  5. Environmental Officer at the Port of Brisbane

My typical day

My employer

Port of Brisbane is Queensland’s premier port and logistics hub. As the third largest container port and one of the most diverse multi-cargo ports in Australia, Port of Brisbane is an economic powerhouse driving Queensland and Australia’s trade growth.