Senior Environmental Scientist

EHS Support; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive salary

Employee referrals

Bonuses

Revenue sharing

Mentoring program

Paid parental leave

Diverse projects

Employee-owned culture

Social events

Career progression

Job summary

EHS Support, LLC in Brisbane seeks an experienced environmental scientist or engineer to lead environmental assessment, compliance, remediation and management projects across Queensland. The role requires strong contaminated land expertise, project leadership, and client engagement to develop practical, defensible solutions.

The successful candidate will work across diverse sectors with flexibility of office/home/field work and periodic travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Soil Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science or related.
• 7–10 years' experience in environmental consulting or related technical role.
• Experience in contaminated land investigations, site assessments and remediation.
• Strong knowledge of ASC NEPM and Queensland regulatory framework.
• Experience leading environmental field programs (soil, groundwater, surface water).
• Proven report writing and client deliverable experience.
• Project management experience incl. scope, schedule, budget, risks.
• Australian driver's license and ability to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of environmental assessment, compliance and remediation projects.
• Plan and manage soil, groundwater, surface water and vapour investigations.
• Review data and develop practical, defensible recommendations.
• Prepare and review technical reports and deliverables.
• Provide technical leadership and QA for project teams.
• Coordinate subcontractors during field work.
• Engage with clients, regulators and stakeholders to support delivery.
• Contribute to proposals, scope and cost estimation.
• Mentor junior staff and support professional development.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Contaminated land

Project management

Client communication

Stakeholder engagement

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Soil Science / Geology / Hydrogeology / Environmental Science / Environmental Engineering

Job description

Location: Brisbane, QLD - flexible home, office and field-based role

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced environmental scientist or engineer to join our Queensland team and play a leading role in the delivery of environmental assessment, compliance, remediation and environmental management projects.

This role is suited to an experienced consultant who enjoys technical problem solving, project leadership and working with clients to develop practical and defensible environmental solutions. The position offers exposure to a broad range of projects and sectors, including energy, resources, infrastructure, manufacturing, chemicals and heavy industry.

While a strong background in contaminated land assessment and management is important, we are particularly interested in adaptable practitioners who can apply their technical skills across a range of environmental disciplines, including compliance, approvals, environmental due diligence, environmental management and remediation.

The preferred location for this role is Brisbane; however, other Queensland locations will be considered for suitably experienced candidates. The role involves a flexible mix of office, home and field-based work, together with periodic travel to project sites throughout Queensland and Australia.

Typical responsibilities

• Lead technical delivery of environmental assessment, compliance, remediation and environmental management projects.
• Plan, coordinate and manage environmental investigations, including soil, groundwater, surface water and vapour assessment programs.
• Review, interpret and evaluate environmental data and develop technically robust and commercially practical recommendations.
• Author and review technical reports and project deliverables, including:
  • Preliminary and detailed site investigations
  • Contaminated land assessments
  • Remediation action plans and validation reports
  • Environmental management plans
  • Compliance and monitoring report
  • Environmental approvals and supporting documentation
• Provide technical leadership and quality assurance for work completed by project team members.
• Lead the technical delivery and project execution of environmental assessment, compliance, remediation and environmental management projects.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and specialist service providers during field investigations and remediation works.
• Engage directly with clients, regulators, contractors and other stakeholders to support project delivery and resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to proposal preparation, scope development and cost estimation for new opportunities.
• Support the development of junior and intermediate staff through technical guidance, coaching and project leadership.
• Contribute to technical innovation and continuous improvement initiatives within the business.

Position Requirements

This opportunity is suited to a motivated and adaptable environmental professional who combines strong technical capability with project leadership and client management skills. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Strong technical knowledge of contaminated land assessment, remediation and environmental management principles.
• Excellent analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to develop practical and defensible solutions to complex environmental challenges.
• Exceptional written communication skills and demonstrated experience preparing high-quality technical reports and client deliverables.
• Strong verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects, coordinate multidisciplinary teams and deliver successful outcomes.
• Ability to work independently while providing leadership and direction within collaborative project teams.
• Sound professional judgement and a practical approach to balancing technical, regulatory and commercial considerations.
• A strong commitment to health, safety and environmental performance.

Qualifications for this role include

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Soil Science, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately 7-10 years' experience in environmental consulting or a closely related technical role.
• Demonstrated experience undertaking and managing contaminated land investigations, environmental site assessments and remediation projects.
• Strong understanding of the ASC NEPM and Queensland contaminated land regulatory framework.
• Experience managing environmental field programs, including soil, groundwater and surface water investigations.
• Demonstrated experience leading the preparation and review of high-quality technical reports and client deliverables.
• Proven project management experience, including management of scope, schedule, budget and project risks.
• Experience working across multiple environmental service areas such as compliance, approvals, environmental management, due diligence or remediation would be highly regarded.
• Current Australian driver's licence and the ability to work in Australia.

Why Join Us?

Our people are fundamental to our success

At EHS Support, we're passionate about creating a workplace where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired. We empower our team to deliver innovative, practical solutions for our clients and the environment, while continuously growing their careers in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

As a small, employee-owned consultancy, you'll be part of a close-knit team where your voice matters, your contributions are recognised, and your development is genuinely supported.

What’s in It for You?

• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work-life balance
• A competitive salary package that reflects your skills and expertise
• Employee referral rewards
• Bonuses to reward you for helping grow our team
• An opportunity to participate in revenue sharing
• A structured mentoring program designed to support your professional and career development
• Paid parental leave to support you and your family
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects that expand your experience and capabilities
• A collaborative, employee-owned business with strong values and accessible leadership
• Regular social events and a vibrant team culture that makes coming to work enjoyable
• Clear pathways for career progression and growth, tailored to your goals

Join us and build a rewarding career where you can make a real impact—on projects, clients, the environment, and your own professional journey.