Senior to Associate level Environmental Consultant - Scientist/Engineer

ADE; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work close to home

Minimal travel

Job summary

ADE Consulting Group in Newcastle is expanding its contaminated-land team and is seeking a Senior to Associate Environmental Consultant who wants real influence and a strong regional presence.

You will lead projects across the Hunter and NSW, mentor junior staff, deliver technically robust reports, and build close client relationships with a practical, multi-disciplinary approach.

The role offers a collaborative, flexible environment with minimal travel and opportunities to shape team growth.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of experience in contaminated land or environmental consulting.
• Local presence in Newcastle, Hunter or Central Coast.
• CEnvP (or equivalent) is preferred.
• Strong field and technical capability across soil, groundwater, vapour, and air.
• Solid understanding of NSW regulatory frameworks (NEPM, CLM Act, council requirements).
• Leadership ability—mentoring, reviewing, guiding field programs.
• Established network with developers, councils, and industry (desirable).
• Multi-disciplinary capability—contaminated land, geotechnical, hazmat, hygiene, monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Leading contaminated-land investigations (PSI, DSI, groundwater, vapour, remediation, validation).
• Managing projects including budgets, scheduling, and subcontractors.
• Producing and reviewing reports that are clear, defensible, and aligned with NSW regulatory expectations.
• Mentoring junior consultants and supporting capability development.
• Engaging with clients to maintain relationships and deliver practical advice.

Skills

Fieldwork

Leadership

Mentoring

Client relationships

Regulatory knowledge

Education

CEnvP (or equivalent)

Job description

Senior to Associate level Environmental Consultant - Scientist/Engineer

• Extensive local network and currently/previously resident in Newcastle/Hunter
• Desire to manage and lead a team
• Demonstrated proficiency in fieldwork

ADE Consulting Group is growing its contaminated‑land team in the Hunter, and we're looking for an energetic and dedicated Senior or Associate Consultant who wants to step into a role with real influence, strong regional presence, and a supportive multi‑disciplinary environment.

About the role:

You'll lead contaminated‑land projects across the Hunter and broader NSW, working closely with our geotechnical, hazmat, and occupational hygiene teams. This role suits someone who enjoys technical delivery, mentoring junior staff, and building strong client relationships.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading contaminated‑land investigations (PSI, DSI, groundwater, vapour, remediation, validation).
• Managing projects including budgets, scheduling, and subcontractors.
• Producing and reviewing reports that are clear, defensible, and aligned with NSW regulatory expectations.
• Mentoring junior consultants and supporting capability development.
• Engaging with clients to maintain strong relationships and deliver practical advice.

What we're looking for:

• 8-10+ years of experience in contaminated land or environmental consulting.
• Local presence - currently living in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter or Central Coast;
• CEnvP (or equivalent) — General preferred.
• Strong field and technical capability across soil, groundwater, vapour, and air.
• Solid understanding of NSW regulatory frameworks (NEPM, CLM Act, council requirements).
• Leadership ability — mentoring, reviewing, guiding field programs.
• Established network with developers, councils, and industry (desirable).
• Multi‑disciplinary capability — contaminated land, geotechnical, hazmat, hygiene, monitoring.
• Working with an in-house, local (also based in the Charlestown office) Certified Environmental Practitioner - Site Contamination specialist;
• Strong regional footprint across Newcastle, Hunter, Illawarra, and Sydney.
• Technically robust contaminated‑land practice with a reputation for practical, defensible work.
• Integrated contamination, hazardous building materials and geotechnical delivery for efficient project outcomes.
• Flexible working and a genuinely collaborative team environment.

What's in it for you:

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunities to shape team growth and project direction
• Work close to home with minimal travel

Ready to make an impact?

If you're a senior contaminated‑land practitioner looking for a role with autonomy, strong regional presence, and a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

No agency applications please.

Location: Charlestown NSW, Australia

Category: Science & Technology - Environmental, Earth & Geosciences

Position Type: Permanent

Job Reference: LC000131