Remote Junior EIA Advisor — Policy & Impact

Aestra PTY LTD; Canberra; Remote; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Aestra PTY LTD is seeking a Graduate EIA Advisor to join our Canberra-based team. The role supports the preparation of strategic environmental advice for government and industry, applying critical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication to deliver polished outcomes.

You will work with the Director of EIA and colleagues to prepare regulatory submissions, environmental impact assessments, and briefing papers. Some field work and travel to Canberra or other locations may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduate/early career advisor with a tertiary qualification in a field related to our work (e.g., Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Earth Sciences, Ecology or related).
• Aptitude to learn quickly, think critically, communicate effectively, solve problems and build strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of strategic advice to clients, including government and industry sectors.
• Utilise critical thinking, judgement and problem-solving to deliver polished, accurate products for clients, including regulatory submissions, environmental impact assessment reports, 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 preparation and coordination of environmental impact assessment including analysis of impacts to environment and heritage values under statutory criteria.
• Undertake and support business development activities and complete administrative tasks as required including responses to requests for quotation.

Skills

Team player

Organised

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelors or equivalent in Environmental Science/Environmental Engineering/Earth Sciences/Ecology

Job description

Aestra PTY LTD is seeking a Graduate EIA Advisor to join our Canberra-based team. The role supports the preparation of strategic environmental advice for government and industry, applying critical thinking, attention to detail, and clear communication to deliver polished outcomes.

You will work with the Director of EIA and colleagues to prepare regulatory submissions, environmental impact assessments, and briefing papers. Some field work and travel to Canberra or other locations may be required.