Senior Environmental Approvals Lead — Energy & Resources

WSP; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Adelaide, South Australia seeks a Senior Environmental Consultant – Environmental Approvals to lead statutory approvals and deliver robust environmental outcomes across energy and resources projects. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and engage with regulators and stakeholders to shape approvals pathways in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

This role supports major infrastructure and renewables programs within Australia, backed by a global practice and

Qualifications

• Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Urban Planning or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in environmental planning and approvals.
• Experience leading environment impact assessment and approvals projects.
• High level understanding of Australian environmental legislation.
• Familiarity with GIS, data analysis or digital tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate statutory approvals for projects.
• Develop approvals strategies and due diligence.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Direct environmental assessments, technical studies and plans.
• Manage stakeholder and regulator engagement.
• Contribute to proposals and business development.
• Mentor and develop junior staff.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Project leadership

GIS proficiency

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in Environmental Science/Management/Urban Planning

Tools

GIS software

Job description

WSP in Adelaide, South Australia seeks a Senior Environmental Consultant – Environmental Approvals to lead statutory approvals and deliver robust environmental outcomes across energy and resources projects. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and engage with regulators and stakeholders to shape approvals pathways in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

This role supports major infrastructure and renewables programs within Australia, backed by a global practice and