Senior Consultant to Senior Assoc. Environmental Consultant (Contaminated Land)

JBS&G Australia Pty; South Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An employee-owned environmental consultancy is seeking a Senior Consultant for their Contaminated Land team in South Australia. The role offers the opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects and actively contributes to business development. Ideal candidates will possess a tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or Engineering, have over 6 years of industry experience, and demonstrate strong client management skills. The company promotes a culture of flexibility, support, and collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Mentoring programs

Paid parental leave scheme

Comprehensive wellbeing program

Qualifications

• Over 6 years’ industry experience in contaminated sites assessment and management.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
• Full driver's license and willingness to obtain a police and medical clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality consultancy services to our valued clients.
• Lead, manage and deliver projects, ensuring successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Mentor and supervise project team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Skills

Strong written communication skills

Strong commercial acumen

Teamwork

Client relationship management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or Engineering

Job description

• Join one of Australia’s largest, employee‑owned environmental consultancy firms
• Competitive remuneration | Flexible working hours | Friendly and supportive team
• Exciting project pipeline in a growing team | Career development opportunities

Are you ready to take the next step in your environmental consulting career?

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Consultant to Senior Associate‑level Environmental Consultant to join our Contaminated Land team in South Australia. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to diverse, high‑impact projects within Australia’s largest employee‑owned environmental consultancy. You’ll be part of a team that values technical excellence, collaboration, vibrant team culture and career development – where your expertise is recognised and your voice truly matters.

About the Role

As a key member of the South Australian Contaminated Land team, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting diverse and interesting clients and projects with opportunities to work on projects locally, nationally and internationally.

Tasks and responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality consultancy services to our valued clients.
• Lead, manage and deliver projects, ensuring successful outcomes and client satisfaction.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, delivering excellent customer service.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and the growth of our organisation.
• Mentor and supervise project team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or Engineering is essential.
• Over 6 years’ industry experience in contaminated sites assessment and management.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to scope and price complex proposals and write and review accurate technical reports.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage contaminated land management projects from end‑to‑end.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain client relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within teams.
• Full drivers licence and willingness to obtain a police and medical clearance.

About Us

Join JBS&G, a leading environmental consultancy founded in 1996, now expanding rapidly across Australia. JBS&G is proud to be a 100% employee‑owned company, and we live by our values of delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and providing exceptional opportunities for our team. Our services include

Contaminated Land Management, Auditing, Groundwater Remediation, Environmental Assessments and Approvals, Due Diligence, Bushfire Management and Stakeholder and Risk Management.

At JBS&G, we believe work should be rewarding, flexible, and fun. We have built a Care and Trust culture that we are proud of, one where people are encouraged to grow, share ideas, and do their best work. Whether you are in the field, in the office, or somewhere in between, you will be supported by a team that values innovation, technical quality, and who are proud of what we do.

Benefits

• With our flexible start and finish times, you can shape your workday around what works best for you.
• Opportunity to work with recognised industry experts across a range of technical disciplines.
• Opportunity to purchase additional leave – because sometimes one holiday a year is not enough!
• Paid parental leave scheme.
• A fun, friendly, and supportive workplace where regular social events and philanthropic support brings our team together.
• A culture that values delivering high‑quality outcomes on complex and exciting projects.
• Mentoring programs and access to industry memberships to boost your development.
• 50 hours of dedicated professional development time and clear career progression pathways.
• A comprehensive wellbeing program, because when you’re supported, work feels better.

We are proudly employee‑owned, which means your voice matters. Our culture is built on trust, flexibility, and collaboration, where good ideas rise quickly and everyone has a hand in shaping the future of our business.

Join us and create your impact.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to thrive—no matter your background, identity, or life experience. If you’re passionate about what you do and excited by the opportunity to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

People from all walks of life are encouraged to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with disability.

JBS&G does not accept unsolicited agency‑referred applications.