Senior Environmental Scientist — WA Environmental Approvals

Rps Incorporated; Margaret River; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Professional development

Paid memberships

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee assistance

Australia-wide opportunities

Collaborative team

Paid parental leave

Job summary

RPS, a Tetra Tech company, seeks a Senior Environmental Scientist to join the Oceans & Environment team in Perth or Margaret River. The role supports environmental approvals and consulting within WA and national frameworks, with flexible full-time or part-time hours.

You will prepare approval documents, develop management plans, advise clients, and work in a multidisciplinary team to deliver projects across Australia.

Qualifications

• Degree in environmental management or environmental science.
• Experience in WA environmental impact assessments.
• Knowledge of State and Commonwealth environmental legislation and guidance.
• Minimum of five years relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare environmental approval documentation under the EP Act and EPBC Act.
• Prepare environmental management plans and strategies.
• Provide environmental advice to clients.
• Manage multiple tasks across projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team and stakeholders.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Strong communication and interpersonal

Independent work ability

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in environmental management or environmental science

Job description

RPS, a Tetra Tech company, seeks a Senior Environmental Scientist to join the Oceans & Environment team in Perth or Margaret River. The role supports environmental approvals and consulting within WA and national frameworks, with flexible full-time or part-time hours.

You will prepare approval documents, develop management plans, advise clients, and work in a multidisciplinary team to deliver projects across Australia.