Principal Environmental Approvals Leader – WA

WSP; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP's Perth team is seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant – Environmental Approvals to lead and deliver environmental assessment and planning projects across the WA resources sector. You will mentor a multidisciplinary team and build strong client relationships to drive successful environmental approvals.

You will bring a degree in Environmental Science or related field and 10+ years of experience in environmental planning and approvals, with knowledge of Australian legislation and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in environmental planning and approvals.
• Experience leading projects related to environment impact assessment and approvals.
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental legislation and policy frameworks within Australia.
• Strong client engagement and ability to develop proposals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver environmental assessment and planning projects (EIS/SSI/SSD/MID/REFs).
• Mentor and support a team of environmental professionals.
• Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to secure approvals across projects.
• Develop and maintain client relationships as primary contact on key projects.
• Contribute to work winning and fee proposals.
• Collaborate with leadership and specialists to ensure best practice environmental outcomes.
• Represent the organisation at industry forums and client meetings.
• Prepare submissions, permit applications and impact assessment documentation.

Skills

Environmental approvals

Project management

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Environmental Science / Environmental Management / Urban Planning / Ecology

Tools

GIS

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

WSP's Perth team is seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant – Environmental Approvals to lead and deliver environmental assessment and planning projects across the WA resources sector. You will mentor a multidisciplinary team and build strong client relationships to drive successful environmental approvals.

You will bring a degree in Environmental Science or related field and 10+ years of experience in environmental planning and approvals, with knowledge of Australian legislation and