Principal Environmental Consultant

3 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia ClearCompany Full time

Senior Environmental Consultant – Approvals & Compliance (Renewable Energy & Infrastructure)

Location: Sydney NSW / Flexible Hybrid

Salary: $150,000–$200,000 + super (flexible depending on experience)

About the Role

Join a leading consultancy delivering high-profile renewable energy and infrastructure projects across Australia. In this senior role, you will lead environmental approvals, compliance, and planning for nationally significant wind, solar, and transmission projects.

You’ll mentor mid-level consultants, influence project delivery, and play a pivotal role in shaping Australia’s renewable energy future. This role is ideal for a senior consultant with the experience and ambition to operate at a Principal-level in the near future, or for the right candidate come in at a Principle level.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead environmental approvals and compliance for large-scale renewable energy and infrastructure projects

- Prepare and review EIA reports, management plans, and regulatory submissions

- Mentor and develop mid-level consultants, providing technical guidance and leadership

- Liaise with regulators, clients, and stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery

- Influence project strategy and contribute to business development initiatives

Requirements

- 8+ years’ experience in environmental consultancy or client-side project delivery

- Proven experience in approvals, planning, and compliance for renewable energy or Tier 1 infrastructure projects

- Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills

- REAP (Registered Environmental Assessment Practitioner) accreditation desirable but not essential

- Candidates with proven experience in approvals and environmental assessment will be strongly considered

Why Apply

- Lead nationally significant renewable energy projects with real impact

- Mentor and develop a team of environmental specialists

- Flexible hybrid working options

- Opportunity to operate at a Principal-level for the right candidate

How to Apply

If you are an experienced consultant with the relevant credentials, please send your updated resume to georgina.laki@acrworld.com.

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