Environmental Specialist

3 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Umwelt Full time
About Umwelt

Umwelt is a leading environmental consultancy with over three decades of experience and a strong presence across Australia. Our team of experts provides comprehensive environmental and social assessment and management services to various sectors, including renewables, infrastructure, defence, regulation, and policy, resources, and urban development.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic Environmental Planner or Scientist to join our dynamic team in Victoria. As an Environmental Planner or Scientist, you will contribute to delivering environmental impact assessments and environmental planning work across various sectors, including renewables and infrastructure. You will have the opportunity to work on high-profile and complex projects, collaborating with our dedicated team of environmental planners, scientists, ecologists, social consultants, and archaeologists.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in preparing and conducting environmental impact assessments
  • Gather, analyze, and interpret environmental data from various sources
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations and standards
  • Assist in planning and coordinating environmental projects, including timelines, budgets, and resources
  • Engage with stakeholders to gather input and address concerns
  • Prepare detailed reports, including findings, recommendations, and mitigation strategies
  • Assist in the development and implementation of environmental management plans
  • Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor environmental conditions and compliance
  • Assist in writing proposals for new projects
About You
  • Degree qualification in environmental science, planning, or related discipline
  • 1-5 years' experience, ideally as an Environmental Scientist or Planner in a consulting environment
  • Strong technical aptitude and project management skills
  • 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
  • Understanding of and demonstrated experience in approvals and environmental assessments under Victorian legislation
What's In It For You?
  • ME Days: We provide our staff with up to an extra day of paid leave each month for mental health and wellbeing
  • Flexible work options to suit your lifestyle
  • A role with experienced professionals that can mentor you and help you develop your skills
  • Opportunities to work across the country on different and challenging projects
  • Opportunities to join Umwelt's Employee Share Plan
  • A learning and development culture, with different training options and assistance
  • Wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands on training
  • An attractive salary based on your skills and experience
  • Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
Diversity and Inclusion

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We're 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.



  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Environmental Resources Management (ERM) Full time

    Renewables Environmental Approvals Specialist - Leadership RoleWe are seeking experienced environmental impact assessment professionals to lead our team in Melbourne (hybrid working available). As a senior leader, you will play a key role in ensuring major projects are developed sustainably and environmentally responsibly, focusing on renewable energy...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Environmental Resources Management (ERM) Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Environmental Impact Assessment Leader to join our team at Environmental Resources Management (ERM). As a key member of our team, you will play a leadership role in ensuring that major projects are developed in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner, with a focus on renewable energy projects in both...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Opal Full time

    Environmental Sustainability SpecialistWe are seeking a highly skilled Environmental Sustainability Specialist to join our team at Opal. As a key member of our Environment & Sustainability team, you will play a crucial role in implementing and maintaining our environmental management systems, conducting audits, and developing sustainability projects.Our...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Tetra Tech Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental Scientist to join our team in Southbank, Melbourne. As a key member of our specialist team, you will be responsible for delivering large-scale ESIA projects for local and multi-national clients.Key ResponsibilitiesLead/contribute to the delivery of environmental and social impact...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Opal Full time

    Opal Group Environmental Management SystemWe are seeking an Environmental Sustainability Specialist to implement and maintain our environmental management system, ensuring compliance across our sites.The key focus of this role will be to:Implement and maintain the Opal Group environmental management systemSupport sites to implement appropriate environmental...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Tetra Tech Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental Scientist to join our team as a Senior Environmental Specialist. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading and contributing to the delivery of large-scale environmental and social impact assessments, technical studies, and technical reports.Key...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Tetra Tech Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental Scientist to join our team as a Senior Environmental Specialist. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading and contributing to the delivery of large-scale environmental and social impact assessments, technical studies, and technical reports.Key...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia cimic Full time

    About North East LinkThe North East Link Project is a major infrastructure development in Melbourne, Victoria, aimed at improving the city's freeway network and reducing congestion. The project involves the construction of twin three-lane tunnels and key interchanges, which will provide a significant boost to the region's economy and quality of life.About...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Tetra Tech Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental Scientist to join our team as a Senior Environmental Specialist. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading and contributing to the delivery of large-scale environmental and social impact assessments, technical studies, and technical reports.Key...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Https:www.energyjobline.comsitemap Full time

    Role OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled Environmental Planning Specialist to join our team in Victoria. As a key member of our Planning & Approvals team, you will play a critical role in delivering projects that improve the communities where we live, work, and play.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport and deliver environmental assessment and planning projects,...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Osborne Richardson Full time

    Osborne Richardson is a leading provider of Environmental Health services in Australia and globally. Our team has extensive experience in undertaking Environmental Health Inspection Projects, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality results. We are now seeking a skilled Environmental Health Specialist to join our team on a contract basis.The...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Https:www.energyjobline.comsitemap Full time

    Job Title: Senior Environmental Approvals SpecialistAt Https:/www.energyjobline.com/sitemap, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Environmental Approvals Specialist to join our team in Sydney, Melbourne, or Tasmania. As a key member of our environmental consulting team, you will provide expertise, leadership, and strategic advice to clients in the water...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia cimic Full time

    Job Title: Environmental Coordinator/AdvisorCimic is seeking an experienced Environmental Coordinator/Advisor to join our team for the North East Link project. As an Environmental Coordinator/Advisor, you will be responsible for ensuring project compliance with relevant environmental legislation, regulations, and contractual obligations.Key...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Tetra Tech Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental Scientist to join our team as a Senior Environmental Specialist. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for leading and contributing to the delivery of large-scale environmental and social impact assessments, technical studies, and technical reports.Key responsibilities...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Umwelt Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking an enthusiastic Environmental Planner or Scientist to join our dynamic team at Umwelt. As an Environmental Sustainability Specialist, you will contribute to delivering environmental impact assessments and environmental planning work across various sectors, including renewables and infrastructure.In this role, you will assist in...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Opal Full time

    Unlock Your Potential...We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Environmental Sustainability Specialist to join our team at Opal, a leading manufacturer of goods that you see, touch, and use every day.As a key member of our Environment and Sustainability team, you will play a critical role in implementing and maintaining our environmental...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia WSP Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Environmental Planning Specialist to join our Planning & Approvals team in Victoria. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in delivering projects that improve the communities where we live, work, and play.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport and deliver environmental assessment and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia WSP Global Inc. Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Consultant to join our Planning and Approvals team in Victoria. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in delivering environmental assessment and planning projects, including environmental impact assessment and land use planning projects.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Jj'S Waste & Recycling Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Environmental Sustainability Specialist to join our team at Jj'S Waste & Recycling. As a key member of our environmental team, you will play a critical role in ensuring our operations are compliant with legislative requirements and regulatory approvals.Key Responsibilities:Develop, update, and implement...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ERM Full time

    Offshore Wind Environmental SpecialistWe are seeking a highly experienced environmental specialist to lead our offshore wind projects in Australia and globally. As an offshore wind environmental specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring that our projects are developed in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.Key Responsibilities:Lead...