Our Sydney team is seeking an ambitious contaminated land management specialist to join a consultancy with deep roots in Australia's environmental sector.

Working alongside our principal staff, including our NSW EPA-accredited site auditor, you'll deliver high-quality contaminated land management and remediation projects to our expanding client base.

About us

Since 1984, Environmental Earth Sciences International (EESI) has been instrumental in developing the standards and practices that shape contaminated land management in Australia. We specialise in providing comprehensive solutions to assess, remediate, and repair brownfield sites.

We're recognised for our expertise in investigating and managing soil and groundwater contamination, and we provide comprehensive support for landfill and waste facilities throughout their lifecycle. Our 40-year foundation of technical excellence has created an environment where professional growth and continued learning are part of our DNA.

We continue to offer roles that allow the individual strengths of our people to shine – whether in technical excellence, project management, or business development.

The role

As a Senior Consultant, you'll manage a variety of complex projects spanning landfill gas, groundwater, waste, soil, and surface water assessments. You'll have opportunities to provide environmental audit support while working collaboratively with our technical experts to further develop your skills.

A key focus will be leading project teams as you mentor graduates and junior consultants. As your experience grows, so too will your level of responsibility and impact within our organisation.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage environmental investigation and remediation projects

• Provide field and office-based technical guidance

• Lead environmental site assessments including monitoring, soil, vapor, and groundwater assessments

• Analyse and interpret environmental data and contribute to technical environmental reports

• Develop compelling proposals and tenders

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients

Skills and experience

• Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, geology, agricultural science, soil science, hydrogeology, or related discipline (postgraduate qualifications highly regarded)

• 8+ years of project management and/or project direction experience in environmental assessment, auditing, and/or remediation

• Demonstrated experience in contaminated land sector projects

• Thorough understanding of NSW contaminated land legislation and NEPM assessment frameworks

• Experience with remediation technology selection and implementation

• Strong environmental data analysis and interpretation skills

• Excellent report writing ability

What we offer

• Attractive salary package

• Full-time role based in our modern Chatswood office with easy access to public transport and its great food culture

• Flexible working arrangements

• Learning opportunities with highly respected technical experts, including 4 EPA site auditors

• Structured career advancement pathway with clear progression opportunities

• Paid parental leave

Join a team that has successfully delivered innovative remediation solutions across some of Australia's most challenging sites.

How to apply:

Ready to advance your technical expertise with Australia's environmental pioneers? If you're interested in working for a company that vaues scientific excellence, innovative thinking and a passion for restoring the environment, then we want to hear from you.
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Please submit your CV and a cover letter describing how your experience reflects our commitment to scientific excellence and environmental restoration. Applications can be sent to  careers@eesigroup.com until the 12 March, 2025.

Please Note: While we recognise AI tools can assist with applications, we're genuinely interested in understanding you as a person, not just polished text.
Only applicants with the relevant qualifications, experience and permissions to work in Australia need apply.