Senior Environmental Scientist (Contaminated Land)
Senior Contaminated Land Consultant
Location: Brisbane, Queensland
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About Our Client
A specialist environmental consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality contaminated land and remediation services across Brisbane. With a team of experienced scientists, engineers, and project managers, they are known for their technical depth, practical solutions, and client-focused approach.
They have built a loyal client base across infrastructure, property, energy, and government sectors over the decade and are looking to expand the team.
The Role
This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced contaminated land professional to lead and deliver complex site assessment and remediation projects. You'll work closely with clients, regulators, and internal teams to manage environmental risk and unlock land for safe, sustainable use. This is for individuals looking to take the next step in their career.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead contaminated land investigations, including Preliminary and Detailed Site Investigations, Remedial Action Plans, and Validation Reports.
- Provide technical oversight and quality assurance across all stages of project delivery.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities (e.g., NSW EPA) and manage stakeholder communications.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal capability development.
- Support business development through proposal writing and client relationship management.
- Stay current with evolving legislation, guidelines, and industry best practices.
Why Join This Team?
- Work with a respected, agile consultancy that values technical excellence and integrity.
- Be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth team with a strong environmental mission.
- Flexible work arrangements and a supportive leadership team.
- Competitive salary and clear career progression.
- Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact projects across NSW.
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