Senior Environmental Scientist

AARC Environmental Solutions Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AARC Environmental Solutions Pty Ltd – Brisbane QLD is seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to join our Brisbane team. You will lead and contribute to diverse environmental projects, applying your technical expertise and leadership to deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients.

You’ll mentor junior staff and strengthen our regional presence. You will manage Environmental Impact Statements, environmental approvals, and client engagements.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting.
• Strong project management capabilities with proven delivery within time and budget constraints.
• Full Australian working rights.
• Valid Australian driver's licence.
• Collaborative, proactive approach focused on quality and client service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to Environmental Impact Statements and environmental authority approvals.
• Provide expert environmental consulting advice to clients across sectors.
• Write and review technical reports to ensure clarity, accuracy and compliance.
• Develop fee proposals and manage projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Liaise with government agencies on behalf of AARC and clients.
• Manage and review work from specialised sub-consultants.
• Mentor and support training and development of junior team members.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and foster a positive team culture.
• Undertake site visits across Australasia and beyond, as required.
• Represent AARC’s values and culture in all professional interactions.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Client service

Collaborative approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Ecology, or related field

Job description

AARC Environmental Solutions Pty Ltd – Brisbane QLD

We are seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to join our Brisbane team. In this role, you will lead and contribute to a diverse range of environmental projects, applying your technical expertise and leadership to deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. You’ll play a key role in shaping project delivery, mentoring junior staff, and strengthening our presence in the region.

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to join our Brisbane team. In this role, you will lead and contribute to a diverse range of environmental projects, applying your technical expertise and leadership to deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. You’ll play a key role in shaping project delivery, mentoring junior staff, and strengthening our presence in the region.

What you’ll do

• Lead and contribute to the preparation of Environmental Impact Statements, environmental authority applications, and other environmental approvals.
• Provide expert environmental consulting advice to clients across various sectors.
• Write and review technical reports to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance.
• Develop fee proposals and manage projects to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Liaise with government agencies on behalf of AARC and our clients.
• Manage and review work from specialised sub-consultants.
• Mentor and support the training and development of junior team members.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and foster a positive team culture.
• Undertake site visits across Australasia and beyond, as required.
• Represent AARC’s values and culture in all professional interactions.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related discipline
• 5 years of relevant experience in environmental consulting or a related field
• Strong project management capabilities, with a demonstrated ability to lead and deliver projects within time and budget constraints
• Full Australian working rights (mandatory)
• A valid Australian driver's licence
• A collaborative, proactive approach with a strong commitment to quality and client service.

APEM Group is leading global environment consultancy providing expert advice to clients in a wide range of industries including water, renewables, infrastructure, marine and ports, transport, construction, and development. Following significant growth journey with operations based in the UK, EU and USA, APEM Group strategically expanded into Australia in early 2024. Our presence in the Australian market will further enhance the aim of expanding on our consultancy services in both the Australian market and wider Asia Pacific region as part of the next stage of our Global growth journey.

As part of the APEM Group, AARC Environmental Solutions provides expert environmental solutions to the resource, critical minerals, and development sectors. Established in Queensland in 1996, AARC has a proven track record of delivering innovative, data and science-led insights to clients across Australia and Asia. We offer a full range of environmental services to support successful and efficient project delivery from planning and approvals through to operations and closure with a strong understanding of regional legislation and regulatory compliance.

At AARC, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply - we value potential and are open to supporting your growth.