Graduate Advisor - Environmental Impact Assessment

Aestra PTY LTD; Canberra; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Aestra PTY LTD is seeking a Graduate Advisor to join its Environmental Impact Assessment team in Canberra, with flexibility for part-time or remote work.

The successful candidate will contribute to strategic advice, regulatory submissions and EIA reports, supported by a small, collaborative team and leadership from the Director of EIA. Australian citizenship and Baseline Security Clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in environmental field.
• Australian Citizenship and Baseline Security Clearance.
• Aptitude to learn quickly and think critically.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of strategic client advice across government and industry.
• Apply critical thinking and problem-solving to deliver polished reports.
• Assist with environmental impact assessment including analysis of environment and heritage values.
• Support responses to requests for quotation and business development tasks.

Skills

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Environmental Science

Environmental Engineering

Earth Sciences

Ecology

Job description

Graduate Advisor - Environmental Impact Assessment

Full-time or part-time considered. Canberra preferred; other locations subject to negotiation.

This role requires Australian Citizenship and ability to hold a Baseline Security Clearance.

About the role

As a Graduate EIA Advisor, you will be a member of a small and dynamic team at Aestra, providing input into a broad range of activities in collaboration with the Director of EIA and other Aestra staff.

This role is not field-based; however, some limited field work may be possible from time to time depending on your qualifications and experience.

While based in Canberra, the team primarily works remotely.

Key responsibilities

Support the preparation of strategic advice to clients, including government and industry sectors.

Utilise critical thinking, judgement and problem-solving skills to support the development and delivery of polished, accurate products for clients, including but not limited to, preparation of regulatory submissions, environmental impact assessment reports, regulatory options papers, and government briefings.

Apply strong attention to detail when reviewing information, preparing work and completing tasks, identifying errors or inconsistencies and ensuring accuracy.

Assist with the preparation and coordination of environmental impact assessment including analysis of impacts to environment and heritage values using statutory criteria under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) and State legislation as required.

Undertake and support business development activities and completion of administrative tasks as required including preparation of responses to requests for quotation.

About you

Tertiary qualification in a field related to environmental work (e.g., Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Earth Sciences, Ecology or a related field).

Australian Citizenship and ability to hold a Baseline Security Clearance.

Aptitude and curiosity to learn quickly, think critically, communicate effectively, solve problems and build strong relationships.

Team player who enjoys working collaboratively.

Organised with a willingness to learn.

Take pride in your work, have an eye for detail, and have excellent communication skills.

Committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity.

About us

Aestra is a female founded Australian-owned leader in environmental and social impact advisory services. We are specialists in designing and implementing enduring environmental and social impact policy solutions for government and industry. Our clients include Australian, State and Territory governments, and private industry. We also support not-for-profit and charity organisations through our low- and pro-bono work.

We value respect, diversity and inclusivity; we are a LGBTIQ+ and disability inclusive workplace; we value science-based decision making; and are committed to promoting work-life balance.

How to Apply

Please submit a 750-word cover letter and your CV to ***********@aestra.com.au.

Applications will close in 10 days and may close earlier if a suitable applicant is found.

Any questions should be submitted to ***********@aestra.com.au

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