Hydrogeologist / Project Manager / Environmental Engineer or Scientist

2 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year
Overview

Geosyntec Consultants is a world leader in developing innovative solutions and successfully applying them to solve land contamination problems. Our solutions, such as enhanced in-situ bioremediation, result in sustainable outcomes and effective project closure. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated mid-career Hydrogeologist, Environmental or GeoEnvironmental Engineer or Scientist who wants to develop their remediation skills, progress their career and to contribute to the success and expansion of our Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane teams. The is a full-time position.

You will be joining a diverse team of highly qualified professionals, which include industry leaders in soil and groundwater remediation, contaminant fate and transport and soil vapour intrusion. You will be collaboratively delivering projects for clients who own some of the most challenging sites in the country. Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service. Learn more by visiting 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Fieldwork including soil, soil vapour, surface water and groundwater sampling, drilling and contractor oversight, and remediation treatment system operation and maintenance
  • Well installation, aquifer testing, and groundwater monitoring
  • Chemical data and contaminant fate & transport evaluation
  • Groundwater and soil remedy evaluation, cost estimation, design calculations, and implementation
  • Data analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures
  • Preparation of technical reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals
  • Client liaison and project management

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec's culture. You should expect to work closely with experienced professionals, technical experts and Environmental Auditors who will help integrate you into Geosyntec's culture as you advance to this next stage of your career. Based on your current level of experience, you may be asked to take on task-level or project management responsibilities.

Geosyntec provides professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our professionals to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants.  We encourage our professionals to continually develop their interests and skills. Advancement is based on an individual's own performance and initiative.

Here are some other things you should know about this position:

  • Training: This position requires health and safety, first aid and other on-the-job training. We also offer professional development opportunities including in-house seminars, webinars, and mentoring, that allow our employees to build the technical and business skills necessary to become successful consultants. 
  • Fieldwork: Up to 60%
  • Overnight travel: Up to 30%
Education and Licensure
  • Bachelor's degree in geology or environmental, civil, geotechnical or chemical engineering. (required)
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
  • Approx. 5 to 7 years of direct environmental consulting experience.
  • Experience with multi-disciplinary project teams
  • Demonstrated success in teamwork and ability to lead projects
  • Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting deadlines and budgets, and traveling to client facilities as needed
  • Prior research experience in contaminated media or remediation technology (preferred)
  • Experience with software such as ArcView, Microsoft Access, Modflow, and/or EVS (preferred) 
  • Licensed Asbestos Assessor (preferred)
  • Valid NSW, VIC or QLD driver's license and satisfactory driving record for business travel (required)
  • CEnvP-SC (working towards obtaining - desirable)

Who we are:

  • At Geosyntec, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse environment for all our employees, clients, partners, and the communities that we serve.
  • We strive to promote a culture where every employee can bring their whole self to work, where mutual respect and understanding is the cornerstone of our values. We believe that an inclusive workplace enhances our performance and leads to positive outcomes.
  • Geosyntec strives to hire and retain the best and brightest people in their fields. We look for exceptional interpersonal skills, communication skills, and problem-solving abilities, plus the passion for technical excellence and quality. We seek individuals with leadership potential, a commitment to lifelong learning and growth, and the desire to build a long and rewarding career with a growing firm. 
  • Geosyntec is a great place to build a career. If you're looking for an exciting place to work, a place with challenging and rewarding projects, and a place that has been nationally recognized for its employees' quality of life, technical expertise, and business success, then Geosyntec may be the place for you. You can learn more about careers and employment at Geosyntec by visiting 
  • Geosyntec offers excellent compensation packages commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive employee benefits package. 


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