Associate Environmental Scientist

7 months ago


Brisbane, Australia SMEC Full time

Diverse and interesting projects including renewables/ethical client base
- Hybrid work environment with attractive benefits and professional development opportunities
- Based ideally in Brisbane or Sunshine Coast

About SMEC

Delivering exceptional outcomes starts with having exceptional people.

For more than 70 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. We are currently supporting the delivery of transformation solar, hydropower, rail and road projects around the nation. We challenge boundaries to deliver sustainable solutions that help to connect, move and power people and communities.

We are committed to helping our clients innovate towards a more sustainable world, powered by clean and affordable energy. Our diverse global workforce of professionals are highly respected experts in their fields. Challenging boundaries, they look beyond the project scope to help shape a better future. Be part of an organisation that helps design solutions to today’s challenges and contribute to achieving better environmental and social outcomes on the project that we deliver.

The Role

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Environmental Professional to join our Queensland Environment and Social Team who has:

- A degree or post graduate degree in Environmental Science, Planning or Natural Resources Management
- 9+ years post graduate experience in an environment role, preferably with demonstrated experience in environmental impact assessments, preparation of management plans and approvals
- Experience in renewables, transport or water (ideally gained within consulting)
- Excellent reporting and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment with well-developed interpersonal skills
- Strong technical aptitude and project management skills
- Ability to develop and maintain positive client relationships

What we offer
- Flexible work arrangement to support work/life balance
- Ethical client base
- Opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by industry leaders
- Professional Development Programs from graduates to leaders through mixture of inhouse programs and external courses as well as tertiary education financial assistance
- Dynamic career pathways and opportunities to work on projects nationally and internationally
- Purchased additional annual leave
- Generous paid parental leave (primary and secondary)
- Wellbeing benefits

Diversity and Inclusion

SMEC is proud to have been recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) in Australia as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. This citation recognises our active and ongoing commitment to achieving gender equality across our business, and recently we have worked to drive key improvements in flexible work practices, parental leave policies and learning and development programs.

We recognise the value and importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and look for people with different backgrounds, skills and expertise to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

How to apply

All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world



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