Senior Environmental Approvals Consultant – Perth

Principal Consultant - Environmental Approvals, Closure and Management; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SLR Consulting Australia is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead Environmental Approvals, Closure and Management in Perth. The role focuses on project management, due diligence, impact assessments and approvals under major Acts, with mentorship of team members.

Ideal candidate has 15+ years in consulting, government, or industry, strong client relationships, and ability to grow the practice across WA and beyond.

Qualifications

• Experience in mining, infrastructure and renewables sectors is essential.
• A degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field.
• Ability to win work through business development and demonstrated client management expertise.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary projects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering WA and Commonwealth approvals, including knowledge of environmental legislation and guidelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full working rights in Australia.
• A valid WA Driver’s Licence.
• Experience under Northern Territory legislation would be highly valued but is not a prerequisite.
• Experience in land development or agribusiness sectors is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Providing advice regarding best practice environmental and management principles to clients and internal SLR team members.
• Assisting in the development and implementation of team business plans and strategies.
• Developing, facilitating and enhancing effective relationships with our clients and internal SLR team members.
• Leading the development of environmental impact assessments, management plans and supporting our clients through their compliance and closure journey.
• Working within and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects across a range of sectors.
• Delivering clear and precise, high‑quality reports.
• Occasional travel to site may be required.

Skills

Mining sector experience

Infrastructure experience

Renewables sector experience

Business development

Client relationship management

Project management

Environmental legislation knowledge

Excellent communication

Education

Degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or related field

Job description

SLR Consulting Australia is seeking a Principal Consultant to lead Environmental Approvals, Closure and Management in Perth. The role focuses on project management, due diligence, impact assessments and approvals under major Acts, with mentorship of team members.

Ideal candidate has 15+ years in consulting, government, or industry, strong client relationships, and ability to grow the practice across WA and beyond.