Senior Contaminated Land Consultant

AECOM; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Long service and leave

Study leave and professional courses

Global career opportunities

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a senior environmental professional to deliver contaminated land projects across Western Australia. You will manage investigations, remediation plans and site validations while coordinating field teams and ensuring safety and quality.

Strong client relationships and cross-disciplinary collaboration are essential. You should have a relevant degree and 5+ years in the field, with capability to obtain Australian government security clearance.

Qualifications

• University degree in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, chemistry, or environmental engineering.
• 5+ years’ experience in contaminated land assessment and remediation with project management and client engagement.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Australian Government security clearance for Defence projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to convey complex technical information clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with practical, innovative solutions.
• Working knowledge of Australian and WA technical guidance and regulations.
• Experience in upstream oil & gas and mining sites in northern WA (advantageous).
• Willingness to travel/perform field visits across WA and potentially other Australian locations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver contaminated land projects, including investigations, waste classifications, remediation plans and site validation reports.
• Manage projects from planning through completion, including budgeting, scheduling and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordinate and supervise field investigations, remediation programs and contractors; produce clear technical reports and digital deliverables.
• Build and maintain client relationships and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions.
• Contribute to business growth through proposals and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Environmental science

Project management

Client engagement

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Relevant university degree (environmental science / geology / hydrogeology / chemistry / environmental engineering)

Job description

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

Come grow with us.

“AECOM has given me the opportunities, support and trust to build a career that's aligned with my ambitions and interests.” Lauren Spring, Sector Manager & Growth Lead - Environment, WA

AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage.

What will a day in this role look like?

• Deliver a diverse range of contaminated land projects, including Preliminary and Detailed Site Investigations, Due Diligence Assessments, Waste Classifications, Remedial Action Plans and Site Validation Reports.
• Manage projects from planning through to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, financial tracking, stakeholder engagement and ensuring high-quality outcomes are delivered safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate and supervise field investigations, remediation programs and contractors, while interpreting data and preparing clear, practical technical reports and digital deliverables.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, understand project requirements and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions.
• Contribute to business growth through proposal preparation, identifying new opportunities and supporting the development of junior team members through coaching and mentoring.

Qualifications

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role.

What are we looking for from you?

• A relevant university degree in environmental science, geology, hydrogeology, chemistry, or environmental engineering, and a valid drivers licence
• 5+ years experience in contaminated land assessment and remediation, with a proven track record in project management and client engagement.
• The ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Government security clearance for Defence projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering practical and innovative solutions.
• Working knowledge of Australian and Western Australian technical guidance and regulations
• Experience in the assessment of upstream oil and gas and mining sites in northern Western Australia (advantageous)
• Willingness to occasionally work remotely in the field or complete site visits across Western Australia and potentially other locations in Australia.

Additional Information

Why you’ll love working with us

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options
• Long service, volunteer and representation leave
• Swap public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
• Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

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About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity

You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program.

Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.