Graduate Environmental Scientist

1 day ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Jacobs Full time

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Our NSW Planning and Environmental Approvals team works closely with specialists across multiple disciplines to deliver proven industry expertise in environmental impact assessment, development planning, regulatory approvals and environmental management for our clients. With a strong pipeline of work in the water, renewable energy, energy storage and transport sectors, the team is growing.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Environmental Consultant / Graduate Environmental Planner to join our Sydney or Newcastle (NSW) Planning & Environmental Approvals team in 2026. Start your career as part of a leading environmental consulting provider as you develop both your technical and consulting skills through delivering a range of planning and environmental consulting projects. You'll work with multi-disciplinary teams to assist in undertaking environmental impact assessments, synthesising environmental approvals documentation, develop effective environmental management and mitigation strategies and work with clients to understand their requirements and deliver innovative solutions. We'll mentor you each step of the way as part of our Graduate Development Program to ensure you're set up for success.

Here's what you'll need

Ideally, by January 2026 you'll hold a university degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning, Environmental Engineering. This is a unique role that requires applicants to hold the right to work in Australia. Bring your curiosity, collaborative spirit and strong communication skills, and we'll help you grow, pursue and fulfil what drives you – so we can make big impacts on the world, together.

Our 2026 Graduate Program

As a Graduate at Jacobs, you'll be a valued member of our team from Day 1 and work on real projects, bids and tenders from the get-go. From gaining hands-on experience, to participating in networking events and structured learning sessions, you'll find new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

Our teams offer a supportive environment to help you to learn, grow and excel. Working under the guidance and mentorship of our experts and industry leaders, you'll develop the skills and knowledge to deliver the boldest solutions for the extraordinary and the everyday.

We see graduates as the future leaders of our business, which is why we're delighted to have placed #23 in the Australian Financial Review's Top 100 Graduate Employers award for 'Most Popular Employer' in 2024 and featured in the Top 10 for 'Most Popular Engineering Employer' Award No matter what drives you, you'll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Jacobs. A world where you can.

From our inclusive employee networks, to our positive mental health champions – we're committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. We know that if we are inclusive, we're more connected, and if we are diverse, we're more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and Women's Network – find out more about our employee networks here.

With safety, accessibility and flexibility always top of mind, we've gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You'll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to delivering ever more innovative and sustainable solutions for clients and communities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. First Nations peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate for a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel, please let your recruiter know in your application.

If you require support or reasonable adjustments with regards to our recruitment process, please contact the team here.

Successful candidates may be asked to complete pre-employment checks including Identity, Right to Work, Employment/Education History and Criminal Record. If you are unable to complete these checks or meet the associated criteria, then your offer of employment may be delayed or withdrawn.

To be considered for this role, please apply via the link and attach your CV, cover letter, proof of working rights (e.g., passport) and academic transcript to your application. Applications close Sunday 30th March 2025 at 11.59 PM AEST.

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Locations

City: North Sydney, State: New South Wales, Country: Australia

City: Newcastle West, State: New South Wales, Country: Australia

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