Senior Environmental Consultant

• One of Australia's largest employee-owned environmental consultancies
• Flexible work arrangements and excellent employee benefits
• Opportunity to work across a range of sectors and on diverse projects

About Umwelt

With over three decades of experience and nine locations nationwide, we are a team of vibrant professionals collaborating with clients across a range of sectors including renewables, resources, infrastructure, defence, regulation and policy, and urban development. We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operations, and decommissioning.

In Western Australia, our team of around 50 environmental, ecological, social, and spatial consultants delivers expert support across major renewable energy, resources, infrastructure, government, and defence projects, both statewide and nationally. Thanks to strong growth in recent years, our WA office is now firmly positioned as a leading consultancy, particularly in the renewable energy and resources sectors.

About the Role

As a member of our Western Australia Environmental Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our clients by delivering comprehensive environmental impact assessments, environmental planning, approvals, and environmental management projects across various sectors, including renewables, resources, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Scope, plan, manage, and execute environmental assessment, environmental planning, and environmental management projects, ensuring integrated outcomes and high-quality delivery
• Technical Delivery: Maintain a focus on delivering high-quality project outcomes that meets the needs of our clients
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships, developing high-quality proposals to secure new business

About You:

• Qualifications in environmental science, planning, or related degree discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental impact assessment or environmental planning (WA experience preferred) – consulting experience is desirable
• Strong knowledge of environmental and planning legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices
• Experience managing medium to large projects through the development spectrum, including managing timelines, budgets, and resourcing
• Experience working on renewable energy, resources, and/or electricity transmission desirable
• Adaptability to undertake a range of technical work based on project requirements
• Interest and aptitude in working across multiple disciplines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain positive team and client relationships

What We Offer

Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:

• A role collaborating with experienced professionals in our WA and National teams to support your growth and development
• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
• Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
• Opportunities to work nationally across diverse and technically challenging projects
• #MeDays – an Umwelt wellbeing initiative offering staff one extra paid day off per month (12 days per year for FTE) to support mental health
• Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits
• Opportunities to join Umwelt's Employee Share Plan (ESP)
• A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
• Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
• A competitive salary based on skills and experience

Diversity and Inclusion

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.

Join the Umwelt Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at HRManagement@umwelt.com.au