Principal Environmental Scientist at Fyfe

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contaminated land management, Project leadership, Client relationship management, Mentoring, Technical reporting, Business development, Proposal development, Hydrogeology, Risk assessment, Auditing, Environmental consulting, Workplace health and safety, Communication skills, Team collaboration, Project delivery

Industry

Professional Services

Description

Fyfe is a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering engineering, environmental, planning, and surveying services across Australia. Working with clients in the Energy & Resources, Infrastructure, and Property sectors, we are known for providing high-quality, commercially pragmatic solutions with a strong focus on collaboration and client outcomes. Our national environmental team is growing, and we're looking for a Principal Environmental Scientist to join our Adelaide office. This is an opportunity to step into a senior leadership role where your technical expertise, client insight, and mentoring ability will make a real impact. About the Role In this role, you'll play a key part in delivering contaminated land projects – providing project guidance, supporting clients, and mentoring our junior consultants. The position can be tailored to your strengths, whether you're a well-rounded generalist or bring specialist expertise in areas such as remediation, hydrogeology, risk assessment, or auditing. Key responsibilities include Leading and directing complex contaminated land projects Building and maintaining strong client relationships Providing technical leadership, input, and report reviews Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level staff Supporting national project delivery and collaboration Driving business development and proposal dev About You You're an experienced consultant who combines strong technical capability with leadership and commercial awareness. You enjoy working with clients, solving problems, and helping teams succeed. You will bring: A tertiary degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Environmental Management or related qualification 15+ years' experience in contaminated land or a related field Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients and other key stakeholders to ensure thorough environmental advice and successful project delivery Experience in a similar position Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong team player Experience in training and mentoring staff Strong commitment to workplace health and safety Why Fyfe? Fyfe is proud to be an employer of choice, offering more than just great projects. We provide a workplace where people are trusted, supported, and given the flexibility to succeed professionally and personally. What we offer: Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work–life balance Clear career pathways with structured internal and external training to support your progression Exposure to projects across Australia, with opportunities to work nationally A genuinely collaborative, inclusive, and social culture Strong leadership support and an inclusive management style Purchased leave options via salary sacrifice Fyfe embraces diversity and inclusion and is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to fulfil their potential. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. How to Apply If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click APPLY FOR THIS JOB to submit your application. Follow us on LinkedIn to keep up to date with our projects and news. Please note: Only shortlisted candidates and those who are Australian citizens or permanent residents will be contacted Agency applications will not be accepted.

Responsibilities

The Principal Environmental Scientist will lead complex contaminated land projects while providing technical guidance and mentoring junior staff. They are also responsible for driving business development and maintaining strong relationships with key clients.