Environmental Scientist, Contaminated Land

Environmental Scientist, Contaminated Land - ( 250002IL )

Description

About the role

We're looking for a hands-on Environmental Scientist to join our Contaminated Land team, with a strong focus on field-based investigations and site work. Our team is passionate about improving community health and wellbeing through environmental site assessments and remediation projects.

In this role, you'll be actively involved in planning and executing fieldwork, including soil, groundwater, and vapour sampling, hydrogeological investigations and contractor supervision. You'll work closely with an experienced Project Director to deliver practical solutions to complex environmental challenges across a variety of sites – from industrial and Defence locations to greenfields and brownfield redevelopments.

This position is based in either our Melbourne CBD or Geelong office, with regular travel to project sites. We offer strong support for your professional development through mentoring, training, and opportunities to attend industry events and conferences.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Lead and coordinate fieldwork activities for contaminated land projects, including sampling, drilling supervision, remediation oversight, and contractor management.
• Ensure safe, efficient site practices during fieldwork.
• Data management and interpretation of data against regulations and the clients objectives
• Assist with the preparation of technical reports, focused on presenting information in a clear and logical manner, supported by appropriate interpretation of technical data in accordance with relevant guidelines and legislation.
• Provide mentoring and training to graduates throughout the delivery of your projects.
• Scope, design, and cost field investigations for soil, groundwater, and vapour assessments.
• Assist with the management of project budgets, timelines, and client communications with a focus on field execution.

To be successful for this role you'll need:

• Degree in Environmental Science/Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology, Environmental Chemistry or related field.
• 2 - 6 years' experience in contaminated land assessment, with a strong background in field investigations.
• Strong analytical, reporting and verbal communication skills.
• A client service focus with strong interpersonal skills and an ability to work effectively in team environments.
• Valid/ current driver's licence and willingness to travel regularly to field sites.

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including flexible hours, work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, external courses, online learning and on-the-job learning.
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• Career development and assistance to progress towards technical specialist, reporting or PM roles
• A friendly and supportive team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

How to apply

If this position is of interest, submit your application online.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.

Qualifications

Primary Location : Australia-Victoria-Melbourne

Other Locations : Australia-Victoria-Geelong

Organization : BC-3045 EnvSvcs-AU Australia

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Sep 15, 2025, 11:47:08 PM

Req ID: 250002IL

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