Environmental Planning and Approvals Lead
3 days ago
Lead Environmental Approval Specialist
About the RoleThe successful candidate will lead complex multidisciplinary assessments and approvals across various sectors. They will provide expert technical direction, expand market presence through leadership, and advise clients on regulatory engagement.
Main Responsibilities- Strategic Project Leadership: Lead complex multidisciplinary assessments and approvals across renewables, ports, defence, transport, and infrastructure.
- Technical Authority: Provide expert technical direction across major infrastructure and marine developments, championing best practice and innovation within the team and profession.
- Client Partnership and Influence: Expand market presence through leadership and advise clients on regulatory engagement, impact strategies, and approvals confidence.
- Team and Talent Development: Inspire, mentor, and develop a high-performing national team, shaping a culture that values collaboration, learning, and leadership.
- Commercial and Strategic Growth: Identify opportunities to grow our service offering, secure flagship projects, and influence how we evolve as a business technically, commercially, and culturally.
- A minimum of 15 years' experience in environmental planning, impact assessment, and regulatory approvals.
- A degree in environmental planning, science, engineering, or a related discipline and relevant professional certification.
- Deep knowledge of Commonwealth and state regulatory frameworks (EPBC Act, NSW planning and environment legislation).
- A track record of success delivering complex approvals and navigating sensitive regulatory contexts.
- Confidence engaging with regulators, clients, and stakeholders.
- National or regional recognition as a technical leader and an active voice in your industry.
- A collaborative, pragmatic approach and a genuine passion for mentoring, capability-building, and shaping teams.
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