Senior Contaminated Land Lead — Hybrid Role in Darwin

Principal Environmental Scientist – Contaminated Land - Relocate To Darwin; Darwin; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Principal Environmental Scientist in Darwin to lead contaminated land projects across Defence, infrastructure and government clients. The role combines hands-on technical work with project leadership, client engagement and growth of the contaminated land practice.

You will work on diverse NT and national projects, supervising investigations, reporting and risk assessment while mentoring others and supporting business development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in contaminated land consulting, environmental science or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of contamination investigations, remediation and risk mgmt.
• Experience planning field work and producing high-quality reports.
• Understanding of contaminated land legislation and regulations.
• Experience managing projects, budgets, programs and subcontractors.
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice on complex issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication with clients and regulators.
• Interest in business development and long-term client relationships.
• Tertiary qualifications in environmental sciences or related fields.
• Ability to obtain Australian Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver contaminated land investigations, assessments and remediation projects.
• Provide senior technical advice on complex contaminated land matters.
• Prepare and review technical reports, proposals and client correspondence.
• Develop investigation strategies, site models and remediation approaches.
• Manage projects from scoping to delivery with quality, safety and budget focus.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, regulators and internal teams.
• Provide mentoring to develop other professionals.
• Contribute to business development and identify new opportunities.

Skills

Contaminated land expertise

Environmental risk management

Project leadership

Client engagement

Education

Environmental science degree

Geology / hydrogeology background

Security clearance eligibility

Job description

AECOM is seeking a Principal Environmental Scientist in Darwin to lead contaminated land projects across Defence, infrastructure and government clients. The role combines hands-on technical work with project leadership, client engagement and growth of the contaminated land practice.

You will work on diverse NT and national projects, supervising investigations, reporting and risk assessment while mentoring others and supporting business development.