SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A degree in Environmental Science/Management, Town Planning, Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in environmental roles in consulting, industry or regulation
• Experience working on Road / Rail projects, with experience working with or for TMR seen as highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience working on or leading multidisciplinary projects
• Demonstrated client management expertise and business development skills advantageous
• Demonstrated knowledge of QLD & Commonwealth environmental legislation and policies, standards and guidelines.
• Experience in the linear infrastructure, mining/resources, renewables, power and/or agribusiness sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Australian Citizenship or rights to work in Australia

ABOUT THE BUSINESS AND THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Environmental Consultant to join SLR Consulting in Brisbane. Our internationally recognised Environmental Approvals, Closure and Management team based in Brisbane is made up of 10 consultants locally and over 70 across Australia. Due to recent wins and a strong pipeline, we’re seeking a Senior Associate with infrastructure experience. The team provides a wide range of project management, environmental impact assessment, environmental advisory services across multiple sectors and clients. If you take up this opportunity, you’ll immediately be working on a range or road and rail projects across QLD. You’ll be managing project teams, liaising with clients, and putting your environmental skills to use.
SLR Consulting is an international environmental consultancy with a globally recognised reputation for providing high quality tailored services. With 1000 staff in APAC across 23 Disciplines, we provide global consultancy advice and support on a wide range of strategic and site-specific issues to a diverse and growing base of business, regulatory and governmental clients.
Articulate, motivated and reliable, you will have a 5-10 years’ experience in consulting, government or industry. You will enjoy undertaking project work whilst mentoring junior members and developing client relationships. . You will also collaborate on projects and initiatives with the national EAC&M Group (circa 70 staff across 10 offices) and other teams within our multi-disciplinary business. The successful applicant will be pivotal to the continued development of the EAC&M team in QLD.

JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing advice regarding best practice environmental impact assessment and management principles to clients and internal SLR team members
• Project Management of environmental approvals projects across multiple industries, with a focus on Infrastructure (road, rail, water)
• Assisting in the development and implementation of team business plans and strategies
• Developing, facilitating and enhancing effective relationships with our clients and internal SLR team members
• Working within multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects
• Delivering clear and precise, high-quality reports
• Occasional travel to undertake field assessments/ site familiarisation walkovers

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A degree in Environmental Science/Management, Town Planning, Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in environmental roles in consulting, industry or regulation
• Experience working on Road / Rail projects, with experience working with or for TMR seen as highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience working on or leading multidisciplinary projects
• Demonstrated client management expertise and business development skills advantageous
• Demonstrated knowledge of QLD & Commonwealth environmental legislation and policies, standards and guidelines.
• Experience in the linear infrastructure, mining/resources, renewables, power and/or agribusiness sectors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Australian Citizenship or rights to work in Australi