Environmental Scientist

2 days ago

Greater Sydney Area, Australia Epic Environmental Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Why join Epic?
You'll work on a mix of projects — infrastructure, contaminated land, renewables, and more — with opportunities to undertake fieldwork and reporting.

We're a down-to-earth team that supports, shares, and celebrates. From day one, you'll be surrounded by people who want to see you succeed.

With structured development, mentoring, and access to senior leaders, you'll get the tools and opportunities to take your career to the next level.

Join our contaminated land team in Sydney
An exciting opportunity to join our contaminated land team as an Environmental Scientist/Engineer. Under the direction of our Team Leaders, Principal staff and NSW EPA accredited Contaminated Land Auditor, you will support the delivery of contaminated land projects and remediation programs. This position offers diverse tasks and will see you involved in:

  • Driving the delivery of a variety of projects across multiple sectors requiring Contaminated Land investigations and assessments
  • Undertaking field investigations, data interpretation, and report preparation
  • Supporting the delivery of PSIs, DSI, RAPs, Due Diligence assessments and more
  • Supporting various remediation tasks, developing your skills in remediation design, and assisting on complex remediation sites
  • Assisting in the preparation of proposals and bids
  • Engaging with internal and external clients and subcontractors to plan and deliver high quality outcomes
  • Preparing written reports including a high level of attention to detail, using an objective driven focus
  • Participating in strategy and innovation within the company to foster continued improvement
  • Participating in internal and external presentations to demonstrate learning and knowledge
  • Opportunity to develop team leadership skills

What you will bring:
To be considered for this position, you will need to possess the following:

  • Tertiary qualifications from a recognised institution in environmental science, hydrogeology, geology or environmental engineering or similar relevant degree.
  • A minimum of 12 months contaminated land consulting in Australia
  • Demonstrated understanding and application of the national technical framework and working knowledge of NSW Environmental legislation and relevant contaminated land guidelines.
  • Proficient written and verbal skills, with the ability to communicate complex issues concisely
  • Experience in supporting key aspects of project management and administration, as well as subcontractor and HSE management
  • Fieldwork experience with an eye for detail and technical excellence
  • A team-first attitude and a proactive mindset
  • Willingness to learn from others at all career levels
  • Desire to ask questions and think critically about technical matters
  • Interest in developing your career

Perks

  • Working closely with contaminated land auditors and industry leaders
  • Support to be involved in industry bodies
  • Hands-on mentoring and career development planning
  • Flexible work options, including WFH
  • Competitive salary and tailored benefits
  • Access to diverse, high-profile projects
  • Regular social events and a strong team culture
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Birthday day off

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