Principal Environmental Scientist/Planner

Onterris; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris, a leading global environmental solutions company, seeks a Principal Environmental Scientist in Sydney. You will join the Assessment and Approvals team to manage a full range of activities and mentor the Sydney Approvals group.

You will work with industry leaders and auditors, developing client relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes across environmental regulatory projects. The role offers collaboration, career progression, and a strong focus on environmental integrity.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of professional experience in a consulting setting.
• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Planning or related field.
• Extensive experience with regulatory approvals within New South Wales.
• Experience in infrastructure and/or resource sector approvals.
• Proven experience with EIS, State and Commonwealth approvals.

Responsibilities

• Being a pivotal part of growing and mentoring the Sydney Approvals team.
• Performing business development by bringing in new clients to the business.
• Presenting and leading external meetings with clients.
• Successfully managing multiple projects at any one time.
• Developing and reviewing quality management systems.

Skills

20+ years

Env Science

NSW approvals

Infra approvals

EIS approvals

Education

Environmental Science degree

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose,responsibilityand real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected,interwovenand international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams,consultantsand professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us,you’renot just forging acareer,you’rejoining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smartersolutionsand lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

Formally known as Epic Environmental, the Australian arm of Onterris has kept the strong culture we are well known for. The team continues to work closely with clients, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes without an overemphasis on KPIsand we offer flexible working arrangements where the role permits to supporta positivework-life balance.

Our teamshave the opportunity towork alongside industry leaders, auditors,and professionalswith vasty experience within our industry, while enjoying regular social events and collaborative work that bring the team together. Onterris also supports career development through relevant internal opportunities and individual one-on-one career conversations focused on growth and progression.

We areseeking a Principal Environmental Scientist to join our Assessment and Approvals team, workingin our conveniently located Sydneyoffice where you willbe responsible fora full range of activities including:

• Being a pivotal part of growing and mentoring theSydney Approvals team

• Performing business development by bringing in new clients to the business

• Presenting and leading external meetings with clients

• Successfully managing multiple projects at any one time

• Developing and reviewing quality management systems

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• 20+ years of professional experience, with extensive experience in a consultingsetting

• Tertiary qualifications from a recognised institute in Environmental Science,Planningor related field

• Extensive experience in regulatory approvals within New South Wales

• Experience in infrastructure and/or resource sector approval

• Proven experience with EIS, State and Commonwealth approvals

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.