Environmental Project Scientist

Alliance Geotechnical; Bellambi; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop

Tools to succeed

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing allowance

Novated leasing options

Job summary

Alliance Geotechnical in Wollongong (Bellambi office) is seeking an experienced Environmental Project Scientist/Senior Environmental Scientist to lead contaminated land projects with support from our in-house CEnvP-SC.

You will own proposals, field investigations, reporting and client engagement, while mentoring junior team members and collaborating with our Sydney Environmental team for development and project delivery across infrastructure and development sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Approximately 5-6 years' experience in environmental consulting.
• Licensed Asbestos Assessor (LAA), or willing to obtain certification.
• Strong experience scoping, delivering and reporting on material and waste classification.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental projects end-to-end, including planning, scheduling, budgeting and resourcing.
• Develop fee proposals and tender submissions for clients.
• Lead and participate in fieldwork, including soil sampling and environmental monitoring.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and coordinate project resourcing.

Skills

Client relationship management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering

Licensed Asbestos Assessor (LAA)

Job description

Alliance Geotechnical is a leading geotechnical and environmental consultancy, delivering practical solutions across infrastructure, development and construction projects. Established in 2003, Alliance has built a strong reputation for technical expertise, exceptional service, and a commitment to helping clients navigate complex ground and environmental challenges.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where initiative is valued, continuous improvement is encouraged, and careers can grow alongside the business. Guided by our values and commitment to safety, quality and innovation, we're proud to deliver practical solutions through our exceptional people.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Environmental Project Scientist/Senior Environmental Scientist to become a key member of our growing Environmental team in Wollongong (office located in Bellambi).

This role offers the right candidate the opportunity to manage their own contaminated land projects with technical support from others in the Senior team and Alliance’s in-house CEnvP-SC. You will take ownership of a range of projects from the initial request for quote, leading proposals, managing field investigations, reporting and client engagement while mentoring and developing junior team members in this discipline.

We’re looking for someone with experience managing a diverse portfolio of environmental projects, including contaminated land investigations, waste classification assessments, remediation projects and environmental investigations across infrastructure, development and construction sectors.

Based on our Bellambi office, you will enjoy the benefits of a coastal lifestyle while working on projects throughout the Illawarra, Sydney and regional NSW. Located just minutes from the beach, this role offers the opportunity to build your career in a growing consultancy while enjoying the lifestyle benefits the South Coast has to offer.

This opportunity would suit someone with approximately 5-6 years' experience who is looking to take on greater responsibility, broaden their project exposure and accelerate their career progression within a collaborative and supportive team environment with further strong technical support from our larger Sydney Environmental team for further development and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage environmental projects end-to-end, including planning, scheduling, budgeting and resourcing to meet client and regulatory requirements.


• Develop fee proposals and tender submissions, providing clients with clear advice on project scope and environmental considerations.


• Lead and participate in fieldwork, including soil sampling, site assessments, waste classification investigations and environmental monitoring, ensuring safety and quality standards are met.


• Manage / Oversee fieldworks including sampling of soil, groundwater, soil vapour and landfill gas.


• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication, technical advice and project delivery excellence.


• Coordinate project resourcing and workloads to ensure efficient project delivery across the team.

About You

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related field.


• Approximately 5-6 years' experience in environmental consulting.


• Licensed Asbestos Assessor (LAA), or willing to obtain certification upon commencement.


• Demonstrated experience scoping, delivering and reporting on material and waste classification, for infrastructure, industrial, commercial and government clients.


• Strong experience managing environmental investigations (PSI, DSI, contamination assessment and remediation), including on major infrastructure, transport, utilities or development projects.


• Experience managing medium to large-scale projects from proposal through to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, resourcing and client management.


• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining technical excellence and commercial performance.


• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder management skills.


• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with the ability to take ownership and drive outcomes.


• Current Construction White Card and driver's licence.

Preferred Experience (Highly Regarded)

• Managing subcontractors and multidisciplinary project teams.


• Existing client relationships within infrastructure, utilities, government, property or construction sectors.


• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to team capability development.

Why Join Alliance?

• Competitive Remuneration: A competitive salary package tailored to your experience, including a company vehicle (role dependant), laptop and all the tools you need to succeed.


• Career Growth: Join a growing environmental team where you'll gain exposure to a broad range of projects and take on responsibility earlier than is often possible within larger consultancies. You will have the opportunity to help shape and expand our environmental service offering while progressing your career.


• Flexibility & Balance: Enjoy a genuinely flexible and family-friendly workplace that supports work-life balance.


• Location & Lifestyle: Work from our Bellambi office, located just minutes from the beach. Whether it's an early morning surf, a lunchtime walk along the coastline or simply enjoying the relaxed Illawarra lifestyle, you will benefit from a location that offers more than just a place to work.


• People-First Culture: Join a supportive and collaborative team that values accountability, development and shared success.


• Financial Incentives: Paid parental leave, wellbeing allowance, novated leasing options and an employee referral program.


• Connection: Regular team lunches, monthly BBQs, social events and celebrations that bring our people together.

Additional Information

• Applicants must have full Australian work rights.


• Travel between Alliance offices and operational locations is required.


• Pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing, will apply.

Diversity & Inclusion

Alliance is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.