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Aurecon

Environmental Consultant

Aurecon

. Lead Land Resource technical scopes supporting Environmental Impact Statements under Queensland and Commonwealth environmental frameworks .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeGladstone • AustraliaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in leading contaminated land investigations and environmental assessments, with a strong focus on compliance with Queensland and Commonwealth environmental frameworks. Proficient in project management, technical writing, and stakeholder engagement, while mentoring emerging professionals in the field.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Contaminated Land InvestigationsEnvironmental Impact StatementsProject ManagementTechnical WritingErosion and Sediment Control Planning

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Hard Skills
Environmental EngineeringSoil SamplingGroundwater InvestigationsTechnical AssessmentsSampling Analysis and Quality PlansAcid Sulfate SoilsEnvironmental Legislation KnowledgeData ManagementHealth and Safety PlanningField Program Leadership
Soft Skills
Stakeholder EngagementCoaching and MentoringClear Communication
Certifications & Qualifications
CPESC AccreditationRSP-ESC Accreditation
Industry Keywords
Environmental Protection Act 1994National Environment Protection MeasuresASC NEPMPFAS NEMPQueensland Contaminated Land Legislation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead Land Resource technical scopes supporting Environmental Impact Statements under Queensland and Commonwealth environmental frameworks
  • Plan and deliver contaminated land, soil and land resource investigations, including acid sulfate soils
  • Support erosion and sediment control planning, monitoring and auditing
  • Develop and implement Sampling Analysis and Quality Plans (SAQPs)
  • Lead field programs including mobilisation, safety planning, drilling, test pitting, soil sampling, and groundwater and surface water investigations
  • Prepare technical assessments and reports aligned with ASC NEPM and PFAS NEMP requirements
  • Manage environmental data and translate complex technical information into clear, practical advice
  • Work with clients, regulators and multidisciplinary project teams
  • Contribute to proposals, project management and project delivery
  • Coach and mentor graduates and emerging environmental professionals

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Degree in environmental engineering, environmental science or a related discipline
  • Approximately 5+ years’ relevant experience in contaminated land, soils and/or Land Resources investigations
  • Sound knowledge of Queensland contaminated land legislation, including the Environmental Protection Act 1994, National Environment Protection Measures and relevant standards and guidelines
  • Experience delivering environmental investigations and producing high-quality technical reports
  • Strong project management, stakeholder engagement and technical writing skills
  • Commitment to health, safety and wellbeing
  • Experience in erosion and sediment control planning and assessment
  • Current open driver licence
  • CPESC/RSP-ESC accreditation advantageous
  • Australian citizenship, or ability to obtain citizenship in the future, highly regarded

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Flexible ways of working
  • Professional development
  • Mentoring
  • Wellbeing initiatives
  • Inclusive career pathways