Principal Environmental Consultant

2 days ago

Sydney, Australia Umwelt Full time

**Location**: Sydney or Newcastle.

Umwelt are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and experienced Principal Environmental Consultant / Environmental Lead Auditor, with lead auditing experience to join their NSW Environmental Management team. This role can be located within either Sydney or Newcastle. Umwelt provide flexible working arrangements.

Working as part of our NSW Environmental Management Team, this role will lead environmental and compliance management projects across a range of sectors whilst also acting as a lead auditor for compliance, environmental performance and due diligence audits. This role will also provide environmental compliance guidance and oversight, on-site environmental support, closure planning, creation and execution of environmental management systems and plans, environmental licensing, and evaluation and supervision of specialist technical studies.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Lead and conduct environmental audits in accordance with relevant regulations and standards
- Develop, implement, and manage environmental management systems
- Provide expert advice and guidance on environmental compliance issues to clients
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver projects

**About You**
- Degree in Environmental Science or Natural Resources Management
- Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, standards, and best practices
- Proven experience in leading environmental audits
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Certified Lead Auditor (ISO 14001) preferred
- Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental consulting / auditing
- Strong people focus and leadership approach, with the ability to balance client, employee, business, and operational needs to deliver high value sustainable outcomes
- An ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including clients, government agencies and the community
- A high level of motivation and self-direction.
- Australian Drivers licence

**Join the Team**
- To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia._

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