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Senior Environmental Consultant (Contaminated Land): 5 – 7+ Years, QLD

Our Queensland Team Is Looking for an Experienced Senior Environmental Consultant

Newstead, QLD
Full–Time

Are you a mid–level consultant ready to evolve into a technical specialist? Then the Environmental Earth Sciences Queensland team is keen to meet you! We are passionate about environmental remediation, and aim to challenge you well beyond the standard monitoring programs and Tier 1 assessments.

If you're ready to advance in your technical career and seek a challenging yet diverse and fulfilling role; and if you value working alongside skilled professionals committed to supporting your career growth and technical progression, your search ends here.

What We’ll Offer You…

  • Engage with some of the industry's most respected technical experts on intriguing and technically demanding projects, while also managing your own non–audit related projects.
  • Enjoy autonomy to lead your projects and provide leadership within our team.
  • Benefit from extensive in–house training designed to enhance your technical skills, supporting your development into a technical specialist in your chosen area (risk assessment, hydrogeology, soil science, auditing and more).
  • Receive support for external training courses that align with your career progression, such as the Flinders University Groundwater Hydrology course, with several seniors already participating.
  • Our convenient Newstead location is near public transport, parkland and Breakfast Creek.

About Us

Part of the EESI Group, Environmental Earth Sciences is an independent soil science consultancy, specialising in solutions for the brown environment (soil, groundwater, and waste). With over 35 years of hands-on experience, we offer our clients complete solutions through our contaminated land consultancy, remediation contracting, property, soil recycling, and research arms. Known for our innovation and industry leadership, we provide exceptional professional growth opportunities and a dynamic, fun work culture.

The Role

To qualify for this role, you should have an environmental science, geology, soils, engineering, or hydrogeology qualification and at least 5+ years of experience as a Contaminated Land Consultant.

You will be eager to:

  • Initiate and contribute to the preparation of project fee proposals and tenders.
  • Nurture and grow your client network.
  • Manage equipment care and maintenance.
  • Provide project management and technical expertise for Preliminary Site Investigations (PSI) and Detailed Site Investigations (DSI)/remediation project planning and implementation.
  • Conduct soil, vapor, and groundwater monitoring.
  • Compile data and interpret and write reports on a variety of projects.
  • Travel both inter and intra-state as needed.

What You’ll Offer Us

  • Direct experience (5+ years) in contaminated land assessment and/or remediation.
  • Ability to work across a variety of land and groundwater projects in settings like urban renewal, infrastructure, government, Defence and resources.
  • A robust understanding of NEQM 2013, waste regulations, and experience in asbestos & hazardous materials assessments.
  • Strong technical background and passion for training junior staff.
  • Exceptional verbal and written skills.
  • Safety–focused approach.
  • Australian manual driver’s license and permanent residency in Australia.

Personal Attributes

  • Team–first attitude.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Enthusiasm for all duties listed in the position summary.
  • A knack for process efficiency and creative solutions.
  • Ability to work autonomously and prioritise duties.
  • Demonstrates effective time management.
  • Friendly and professional demeanour.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in working for an innovative scientific company and have a passion for restoring the environment, please forward a letter of application and your CV to: careers@eesigroup.com

Please note – Only applicants with relevant qualifications and experience need apply.

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