Principal Environmental Consultant

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What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

This role will see you enhance your capabilities and the reputation of WSP's Earth & Environment team. You will collaborate with talented professionals working on iconic projects to drive future ready outcomes that will benefit clients and communities.

At WSP you'll find the scale and reach you need to do the kind of work the world needs – and the culture and people that make it the best work of your life.

Earth & Environment

We bring innovation, unparalleled technical expertise, and experience to help our clients address their most pressing challenges and take meaningful action toward a more sustainable world. We challenge ourselves to think differently to deliver solutions that increase value for our clients and ignite positive change in the built and natural environment. With local knowledge and global reach, our multidisciplinary business works alongside our clients to deliver practical and pragmatic advice. Our people help you see around corners. This is why we're the no. 1 global environmental consulting leader and our client's trusted partner.

What You'll Do

We're looking for an experienced Principal Environmental Consultant to join our growing Earth & Environment group, based in Western Australia. In this role, you'll play a key part in leading environmental approvals for mining and resources projects across WA's diverse landscapes. Your day to day will look like;

• Lead and deliver complex environmental impact assessments (EIAs) and approvals for mining and resources projects across WA.
• Develop and implement approvals strategies that meet client objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, communities, Traditional Owners and other stakeholders.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of high-quality environmental documentation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior and mid-level consultants.
• Support business development through proposal writing, client engagement and identifying new opportunities.
  
  

About You

As a Principal, you'll bring deep consulting experience and approvals expertise to guide our clients through all stages of the approvals lifecycle; from strategy and stakeholder engagement to technical assessments and regulator negotiations. We're also hoping you will come with;

• Bachelors Degree in Earth Sciences, Environmental Engineering or Equivalent.
• Extensive consulting experience, with a strong track record delivering environmental approvals for mining projects in WA or similar jurisdictions.
• In-depth knowledge of WA's environmental legislation, policies and approvals pathways (EP Act, Mining Act, Part IV, etc).
• Strong networks within the mining and resources industry, and ideally with regulators and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary projects and work collaboratively across teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A passion for guiding clients to deliver responsible, sustainable outcomes.
  
  

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we've designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can. Apply today.Seniority level

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