Joining Clayton Utz from Mallesons Stephen Jaques, Gardiner focuses on environmental, planning, native title and land acquisition work.

He advises clients in a range of sectors, including energy and resources, water, mining, infrastructure, utilities, manufacturing, transport, local government, ports and airports.

Gardiner has over 10 years' experience advising on the management of contaminated land, environmental impact assessment and liability for non-compliance with legislative requirements.