Senior Environmental Consultant

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Arup Full time

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Joining Arup
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

As part of the NSW/ACT Environment team, the role of Senior Environmental Consultant is to deliver work as part of the current and future environment and planning approval pipeline. The primary focus of this role is to support several critical water, transport infrastructure, energy and science/technology projects. In particular we look to continue to build our environmental planning offering in the renewable energy and offshore wind sector and to further develop key strategic relationships with our clients such as Sydney Water, Transgrid and Transport for NSW.

The Opportunity

  • Carry out environmental assessments, development assessments, strategic assessments, technical coordination, design development and nature-based solutions for various projects.
  • Help drive the business' transformational aspirations across Nature Positive, Natural Capital and Net Zero
  • Ensure work aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Work alongside our major clients to create key strategic relationships.
  • Assist others with their work and ensure that deadlines are met.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

  • Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in science, environment, planning, engineering, or similar area.
  • Relevant industry experience (5 years or more) in NSW environment impact assessment or planning approvals.
  • Membership of relevant professional institutions/professional peer bodies or significant credit towards eligibility for membership.
  • Proven working knowledge of relevant NSW and Commonwealth environmental and planning legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and guidelines.
  • Experience in statutory planning (desirable)

What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:

  • Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
  • Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
  • Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer.
  • Birthday leave
  • Annual leave loading
  • Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
  • International mobility opportunities
  • Insurances (life & income protection)
  • Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans
  • Novated car lease
  • Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

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