Graduate Environmental Consultant

Permanent full-time role with hands-on learning from day one
Supportive team, structured graduate training, and clear development pathways
Individual training budget, 50+ hours of development, mentoring & more
About the role
Are you ready to launch your career with one of NSW's largest and most respected Contaminated Land Management teams?
We're looking for a motivated graduate to join JBS&G in our Wollongong office as part of our Graduate intake.
This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in contaminated land management and learn directly from in-house technical leaders.
From your first day, you'll work alongside experienced consultants on diverse projects — from initial site investigations to remediation and closure.
You'll build your technical and fieldwork skills, develop confidence in client communication, and access structured training, mentoring, and professional development to kick-start your consulting career.
Tasks and responsibilities

Develop field experience and knowledge in sampling methodologies for soil, soil vapor, indoor air, ambient air, hazardous materials, groundwater, and surface water.
Support accurate reporting activities, including maintaining field notes, site descriptions, logs, analytical summary tables, and basic reporting tasks.
Develop computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office and industry-specific programs.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and communicate project updates as required.
Develop relationships with clients and ensure high-quality customer service throughout projects.

About you

Tertiary qualification in Science or Engineering is essential, with an understanding of earth sciences highly desirable.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate and work effectively with a range of stakeholders to achieve desirable outcomes.
Excellent time management and ability to manage and prioritise deadlines.
Proactive and motivated approach to learning.
Full driver's license, and willingness to obtain police and medical clearances.

About JBS&G
Join JBS&G, a leading environmental consultancy founded in 1996, now expanding rapidly across Australia.
JBS&G is proud to be a 100% employee-owned company, committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for clients and providing opportunities for our team.
Our services include Contaminated Land Management, Groundwater Remediation, Environmental Assessments and Approvals, Auditing, Due Diligence, Bushfire Management, and Stakeholder and Risk Management.
With nearly 300 experts and offices across Australia, we are known for innovation and quality.
Why work for JBS&G?
We believe a great career starts with a great environment.
Our culture is built on care and trust, and we work every day to support each other, deliver value to clients, and foster growth.
As a Graduate, you'll be out in the field, developing practical skills, working on real projects, and learning from industry experts.
Our structured Graduate Program (January 2026) aims to build your technical and professional confidence with ample support.
We also offer:

A friendly, supportive team environment.
Genuine learning and development opportunities, including individual training budgets, 50 hours of professional development, external training, industry events, and an annual Mentoring Program.
Flexible working arrangements and a purchased leave scheme.
Gender-neutral paid parental leave.
Wellness benefits, including subsidised gym memberships, skin checks, and vaccinations.
A strong social and environmental ethos integral to our business.
Access to confidential mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and trained Mental Health Officers.

How to apply
If interested, please click "Apply now".
For questions, contact Jemimah Hoad at 02 8245 0.
Please include:

Your resume
A brief cover letter explaining your suitability

To be eligible, you must have an appropriate Australian work visa.
JBS&G does not accept unsolicited agency applications.
Note: Only successful applicants will be contacted.
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