Graduate Environmental Scientist: Site Contamination

Infrastructure Consulting; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Infrastructure Consulting is seeking a Graduate Environmental Scientist to join our Site Contamination Team in Adelaide. This role offers hands-on experience on environmental assessment, site contamination, remediation and compliance across infrastructure, development and construction sectors.

You will work with experienced professionals, benefit from mentoring, and develop technical and professional skills through field investigations, data analysis, reporting, and project coordination.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Earth Sciences or a related discipline.
• Sound understanding of geology, chemistry, hydrogeology or environmental science principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, data management and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to undertake fieldwork, including on active construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Field Investigations
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Project coordination and support
• HSE Planning and commitment

Skills

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Data management

MS Office proficiency

Driver's license

Fieldwork readiness

Education

Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science/Engineering/Geology or related

Tools

GIS

CAD

Environmental databases

Job description

Infrastructure Consulting (IC) is seeking an enthusiastic Graduate Environmental Scientist to join our Site Contamination Team.

If you're starting out in your career, we are looking for motivated, talented individuals who are keen to play an active role in IC’s long-term growth and success.

This role provides an excellent opportunity to develop technical and professional skills while working alongside experienced environmental professionals on a diverse range of projects.

The successful candidate will contribute to environmental assessment, site contamination, remediation and compliance projects across the infrastructure, development and construction sectors.

At IC, we are committed to supporting the growth of our people through collaborative mentoring, professional development and hands‑on project experience.

Responsibilities

• Field Investigations
• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Project coordination and support
• HSE Planning and commitment

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• Bachelor Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology, Earth Sciences or a related discipline.
• Sound understanding of geology, chemistry, hydrogeology or environmental science principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical, data management and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to undertake fieldwork, including on active construction sites.

Desirable:

• Previous industry experience through internships, vacation programs or environmental consulting work.
• Experience with environmental databases, GIS, CAD or statistical analysis software.
• Understanding of site contamination assessment and remediation practices.
• Construction Industry White Card.
• Current First Aid Certificate.