Senior EIA Assessor — Lead Strategy & Stakeholders

Department of Transport and Planning; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne seeks an experienced professional to prepare high-quality advice on environmental impact assessments. You will guide teams, support governance, and drive improvements in how environmental considerations influence project decisions.

Applicants should have a relevant tertiary qualification and proven ability to manage complex EIA processes within a collaborative government environment.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification and demonstrated depth of technical expertise in environment impact assessment (EIA) and related environmental approval processes.
• Proven skills and experience in effectively project managing EIA and approvals processes for complex/ significant projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality advice for senior leaders and decision-makers on EIA matters.
• Guide and support team members to improve delivery of environmental assessments.
• Contribute to improving how environmental, social and economic considerations are integrated in decisions.

Skills

EIA expertise

Project governance

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in environment/impact assessment

Job description

Department of Transport and Planning in Melbourne seeks an experienced professional to prepare high-quality advice on environmental impact assessments. You will guide teams, support governance, and drive improvements in how environmental considerations influence project decisions.

Applicants should have a relevant tertiary qualification and proven ability to manage complex EIA processes within a collaborative government environment.