Environmental Scientist - Contaminated Land

Five Group Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Reward and mentorship from leaders

Work-life balance

Prime upmarket office location

Job summary

Five Group Pty Ltd is seeking an Environment Scientist - Contaminated Land to support environmental management across projects in Brisbane, working with project leaders and contractors to identify and manage risks and drive positive environmental outcomes.

You will execute assessments, collect field data (soil, groundwater), prepare reports, and assist with client proposals, travel as required, and collaborate with project teams in a dynamic, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in contaminated land field is required.
• Relevant tertiary qualification (geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, environmental engineering, soil science or other related science subject degree).
• Building effective working relationships with clients, project teams, disciplines and business units.
• Full Australian Drivers Licence issued.
• Proven report writing skills.
• Willingness to travel.
• Experience with GIS Software’s - desirable.

Responsibilities

• Executing environmental assessments, monitoring and remediation programs involving the collection of field data (soil, soil gas/vapour, groundwater).
• Providing inputs and preparing environmental reports.
• Assist with preparing client proposals.
• Supporting project managers and ensuring open and clear communications when in the field.

Skills

Contaminated land experience

Report writing

Client engagement

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Geology

Hydrogeology

Environmental Science

Environmental Engineering

Soil Science

Tools

GIS software

Job description

About Us

For more than 40 years, L+R Consulting has delivered infrastructure, development, and aviation projects across Australia as a trusted multidisciplinary construction consultancy. We provide integrated engineering, scientific, and management services across civil, structural, traffic and transport, infrastructure, hydraulics, environmental, defence, aviation, advisory, and project management disciplines. Through a coordinated, end-to-end approach, we support clients from planning through to delivery with practical expertise and reliable outcomes. L+R Consulting is backed by Five Group, a national network of engineering, surveying, consulting, and professional services businesses. Through this connection, we benefit from shared expertise, strong operational support, and a collaborative network that strengthens our capability and creates opportunities for our people and clients across Australia and South-East Asia.

Location:

Brisbane, QLD

Our Benefits

• Access to a range of internal and external professional development programs.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programs and self-care programs.
• A meaningful, rewarding career in a supportive team.
• Recognition, rewards, and mentorship from exceptional leaders.
• True work-life balance, and a great workplace.
• Prime and upmarket office location.
• Collaborative, high-performing culture.

Your Role

As Environment Scientist - Contaminated Land you will support environmental management across projects, working closely with project leaders, construction teams and contractors to identify and manage environmental risks, ensure compliance and drive positive environmental outcomes. You will be someone who is self-sufficient and practical.

You’ll

• Executing environmental assessments, monitoring and remediation programs involving the collection of field data (soil, soil gas/vapour, groundwater).
• Providing inputs and preparing environmental reports.
• Assist with preparing client proposals.
• Supporting project managers and ensuring open and clear communications when in the field.

What You’ll Bring

• 2-3 years’ experience in contaminated land field is required;
• Relevant tertiary qualification (geology, hydrogeology, environmental science, environmental engineering, soil science or other related science subject degree);
• Building effective working relationships with clients, project teams, disciplines and business units;
• Full Australian Drivers Licence issued;
• Proven report writing skills;
• Willingness to travel; and
• Experience with GIS Software’s - desirable.

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