Principal Soil Scientist — Flexible Location & Impact

SLR Consulting; North Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Guide

Job summary

SLR Consulting is seeking a Principal Soil Scientist in Australia, with 10-15+ years’ experience and a professional environmental science or engineering qualification. The role involves leading soil science projects across Australia, providing technical leadership, and mentoring junior scientists while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

The position supports flexible location for the right candidate and offers opportunities to work with industry leaders within a global environmental

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in environmental science or engineering or other relevant degree.
• Strong project management and leadership experience.
• Mentoring and training junior scientists.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of soil science projects across Australia with senior team.
• Provide technical leadership in soil science and environmental consulting.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to client relationships.

Education

Environmental science or engineering degree

Mentoring/leadership

Job description

SLR Consulting is seeking a Principal Soil Scientist in Australia, with 10-15+ years’ experience and a professional environmental science or engineering qualification. The role involves leading soil science projects across Australia, providing technical leadership, and mentoring junior scientists while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

The position supports flexible location for the right candidate and offers opportunities to work with industry leaders within a global environmental