Senior Contaminated Land Scientist | Exciting Brisbane Relocation Opportunity

Onterris, Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to join our Brisbane office in the Contaminated Land and Water team. The role offers relocation assistance and the opportunity to work with a broad network across Australia, delivering high-quality environmental solutions.

You will lead a range of projects, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with clients while providing guidance on regulatory requirements and best practices in environmental management.

Qualifications

• Bachelors or higher in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field.
• At least 7 years in contaminated land and water projects.
• Knowledge of Queensland and national environmental frameworks.
• Industry certification (CEnvP or CPSS) or willingness to pursue.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects to deliver on time and on budget.
• Oversee detailed site inspections.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients.
• Prepare and submit complex environmental reports and proposals.
• Provide guidance on environmental legislation and guidelines.
• Mentor and develop junior staff.

Skills

7+ years experience in contaminated

QLD and national frameworks

CEnvP/CPSS certification

Education

Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science/Environmental Engineering/Environmental Management

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

Formally known as Epic Environmental, the Australian arm of Onterris has kept the strong culture we are well known for. The team continues to work closely with clients, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes without an overemphasis on KPIs.

Our teams have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, auditors, and professionals with vast experience within our industry, while enjoying regular social events and collaborative work that bring the team together. Onterris also supports career development through relevant internal opportunities and individual one-on-one career conversations focused on growth and progression.

We are seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist who is willing to relocate to sunny Queensland to join our Contaminated Land and Water team within our Brisbane office. Have the opportunity to work alongside more than 45 land and water professionals across Australia who are actively invested in mentoring, collaboration and your long-term career development.

Relocation assistance is available for the successful candidate.

This role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Successfully project managing projects that are delivered on time and on budget
• Playing a key role in overseeing and conducting detailed site inspections
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients
• Preparing and submitting complex reports and proposals
• Providing advice regarding environmental legislation and guidelines
• Mentoring and developing juniors

Your Expertise And Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• Tertiary qualification from a recognised institute in Environmental Science/ Environmental Engineering/ Environmental Management or related field
• 7+ years experience within contaminated land and water
• Some understanding of QLD and national environmental frameworks
• Industry certification (CEnvP or CPSS) or keen interest to pursue this

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.