Environmental Consultant – Early Career

ERM

. Address sustainability challenges through environmental and sustainability consulting .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timePerth • AustraliaJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in environmental science and engineering, with a strong focus on contaminated land remediation and sustainability consulting. Proficient in data management, technical report preparation, and effective communication while managing multiple projects under strict deadlines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Environmental Science DegreeContaminated Land RemediationField Studies and Data CollectionTechnical Report PreparationData Management Software Experience

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Hard Skills

Environmental Data CollectionTechnical Data ManagementReport WritingFieldwork CommitmentAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailTeam PlayerDependability

Tools & Technologies

Data Management SoftwareEnvironmental Sampling Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseAustralian Working Rights

Industry Keywords

Sustainability ConsultingHealth and Safety ProtocolsProject ManagementEnvironmental Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Address sustainability challenges through environmental and sustainability consulting
Work on contaminated land remediation projects
Conduct field studies and collect environmental data and samples at project sites
Record, input, and manage technical data
Prepare technical reports
Handle multiple project assignments and meet strict deadlines
Work with clients on large, complex, long-term projects
Participate in onboarding and core consulting skills training
Collaborate with leading industry professionals through ERM’s global technical network

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary education in environmental science, environmental engineering, or a related degree
Recent graduate to 2 years of experience or looking for a career change
Ability to commit to fieldwork programs, including visiting project sites to conduct field studies and collect environmental data and samples
Strong commitment to safety and ability to follow established health and safety protocols
Effective written and verbal communication
Organizational and analytical skills
Experience recording, inputting, and managing technical data and preparing reports
Understanding of or experience working with data management software/databases beneficial
Attention to detail and ability to multitask
Flexibility, willingness to travel, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to handle multiple project assignments and meet strict deadlines
Dependable, with integrity, respect, positive outlook, and customer focus
Ability to work as a team player
Valid driver’s license and good driving record
Australian Working Rights

Benefits

Comp & perks

Entrepreneurial and performance-driven culture
Professional development opportunities
Career path and training supporting technical and consulting development
Immediate opportunities to work on large, complex, long-term projects
Access to a strong global technical network
Buddy support during the first 12 months
Comprehensive onboarding program
Core consulting skills training through face-to-face and e-learning formats
Access to exciting projects and clients