Senior Environmental Planning Specialist

2 months ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Umwelt Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Environmental Planner or Scientist to join our team at Umwelt. As a Senior Environmental Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our clients by delivering comprehensive environmental impact assessments, environmental planning, and environmental management projects primarily within Victoria, and occasionally interstate.

Your expertise will be crucial in advancing projects across various sectors, with a primary focus on renewable energy and infrastructure. This role focuses on complex and multi-dimensional environmental assessments and planning approvals, including Environment Effects Statements (EESs), Ministerial planning permits, and planning scheme amendments.

Key Responsibilities
  • Project Management: Scope, plan, manage, and execute environmental assessment, environmental planning, and environmental management projects, ensuring integrated outcomes and high-quality delivery
  • Team Management: Manage project teams to achieve exceptional project results that meet or exceed client expectations
  • Quality Assurance: Maintain a focus on delivering high-quality project outcomes and enhancing client satisfaction
  • Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships, developing high-quality proposals to secure new business
About You
  • Qualifications in environmental science, planning, or related degree discipline
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental impact assessment or environmental planning (Victorian experience preferred) Consulting experience is desirable
  • Experience managing aspects of (preferred) or working on Environment Effects Statements and/or Ministerial planning permit applications or planning scheme amendments in Victoria
  • Experience working on energy sector related projects, including renewable energy and/or electricity transmission
  • Strong knowledge of environmental and planning legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices
  • Experience managing medium to large projects through the development spectrum, including managing timelines, budgets, and resourcing
  • 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
What's In It For You?
  • Professional Growth: We care about our people and want to help you grow in your career. As part of our team, you will be offered opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Flexible Work Options: We provide flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle
  • Mentorship and Support: A role with experienced professionals that can mentor you and help you develop your skills
  • Opportunities for Advancement: Opportunities to work across the country on different and challenging projects
  • Employee Benefits: Opportunities to join Umwelt's Employee Share Plan
  • Wellbeing and Support: A learning and development culture, with different training options and assistance
  • Attractive Salary: An attractive salary based on your skills and experience
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers

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