Senior Environmental Consultant

Eco Logical Australia Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid birthday leave

Health and wellbeing programs

Study assistance scheme

Genderless 12-week paid parental leave

Salary sacrifice into superannuation

Opportunity to participate in employee stock purchase program

Job summary

An environmental consultancy in Western Australia is hiring a Senior Environmental Approvals Consultant to manage and execute environmental assessments and approvals. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and significant experience in EIA processes. This role offers dynamic projects and a collaborative work environment focused on environmental impact.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6+ years industry experience, preferably within WA.
• Experience in approvals processes under Commonwealth and State legislation.
• Proven ability to manage own projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Part IV EP Act referrals and EIA assessments.
• Develop environmental offset strategies and management plans.
• Prepare high-quality reports including impact assessments.

Skills

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)

Excellent written and verbal communication

Client relationship management

Education

Relevant scientific degree (Environmental Science, Management, Law, Environmental Planning)

Job description

Are you a Senior Environmental Approvals Consultant looking to join a team who has great clients who will value your expertise?

At Eco Logical Australia (ELA), a Tetra Tech company, we lead with science and the purpose of making a difference. As one of Australia’s leading environmental consultancies, we’re proud to offer a workplace where your passion for the environment can thrive.

With us, you’ll find your people—supportive, down‑to‑earth experts who are leaders in their fields and genuinely love what they do. You’ll be empowered to grow your knowledge and contribute to meaningful work. Our projects are dynamic, our culture is collaborative, and no two days are the same.

We have a pipeline of work with a steady flow of existing and new clients that can continue to be built upon, as well as the opportunity to bring in and shape future work.

Our clients value our expertise and work with us to progress complex and interesting projects throughout WA and Australia. Your work will include:

• Part IV EP Act referrals, EIA assessments and associated management plans.
• Part V EP Act works approvals and licensing, native vegetation clearing permit applications.
• EPBC Act referrals and assessments.
• Environmental offset strategies, calculations and management.
• Mining proposals and mine closure planning.
• Environmental due diligence, auditing, compliance, and strategic advice.

🎓 What You’ll Bring

The successful candidate will hold a relevant scientific degree in areas such as Environmental Science; Management; Law; and/or Environmental Planning with:

• A minimum of 6+ years industry experience (preferably within WA).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and approvals processes under Commonwealth and State legislation.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and nurturing mutually beneficial client relationships.
• Previous experience in the consulting sector with the ability to manage your own projects.
• Experience preparing a range of high-quality reports including impact assessments, monitoring and management plans.

👋 Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We offer purpose‑driven work, incredible colleagues, and the opportunity to grow a career where you don’t have to choose between quality of work and quality of life.

We also offer,

• 🎂 Paid birthday leave.
• 🧘 Health and wellbeing programs.
• 📚 Study assistance scheme and learning opportunities with industry experts.
• 🧑🔬 Collaborate on projects across the country, building your expertise within a supportive community of practice.
• 👶 Genderless 12‑week paid parental leave.
• 💲 Salary sacrifice into superannuation and the ability to purchase 2 weeks of additional annual leave.
• 💹 Opportunity to participate in Tetra Tech employee stock purchase program, and purchase at a discounted rate (NASDAQ TTEK).
• Learn more about the opportunity: Positions Vacant - Eco Logical Australia
• To apply, please forward your application (including a cover letter addressing the above criteria) to our People and Culture team, via email [e-mail]
• If you’d like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact Anna Bowley, Principal Environmental Consultant, via [e-mail]

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Consulting, Project Management, and Writing/Editing