Environmental Planning Consultant — Energy & Infrastructure

Environmental Resources Management; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM Environmental Resources Management in Melbourne invites recent graduates and early career professionals to contribute to decarbonisation and large-scale renewable energy, transport and infrastructure projects. You will work with leading planning, environmental and social impact practitioners on approvals, impact assessments and planning strategy.

You will collaborate with a global community, learning from industry-leading projects and best practices while developing technical and consulting

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline.
• Recent graduate or up to 5 years' experience in statutory planning, environmental approvals, impact assessment or a related field.
• An interest in renewable energy, major infrastructure and environmental planning projects.
• Familiarity with Commonwealth and Victorian environmental and planning legislation would be advantageous.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise technical documentation.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment and manage competing priorities.
• A proactive attitude, curiosity and willingness to learn.
• Authorisation to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Supporting environmental approvals, environmental impact assessments and technical studies across a range of energy, infrastructure and resource projects.
• Assisting with the preparation of technical reports, planning assessments, permit applications and environmental approval documentation.
• Supporting project delivery, including coordinating project tasks, managing subcontractor inputs and liaising with clients and project teams.
• Contributing to proposal preparation and business development activities.
• Building strong collaborative relationships with ERM colleagues locally and globally through project teams and Technical Communities.
• Developing technical, project management and consulting skills through structured learning and on-the-job experience.

Skills

Environmental planning

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Written reports

Education

Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning

Job description

ERM Environmental Resources Management in Melbourne invites recent graduates and early career professionals to contribute to decarbonisation and large-scale renewable energy, transport and infrastructure projects. You will work with leading planning, environmental and social impact practitioners on approvals, impact assessments and planning strategy.

You will collaborate with a global community, learning from industry-leading projects and best practices while developing technical and consulting