Principal Environmental Consultant, NSW

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Join us and make a positive impact for our clients, our people, and the world around us – working on diverse and interesting projects that matter

Whether you're a recent graduate just starting out in your career, or an experienced professional looking for new opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Joining our team means working with people who care deeply about what they do and why they do it. You'll learn from their experience and insights, while contributing your own unique perspective and skills to our projects

We Invest In You

We seek to work with people who are energetic and passionate. In return, we'll offer you opportunities to build your career in a business that is respectful and encouraging. Our people are our number one asset, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace that supports you.

In addition to offering competitive salaries, you'll be rewarded with a range of additional benefits
We'd love to hear from you. If you would like to send us an expression of interest, if you need assistance with an application or if you'd like to organise a confidential discussion with one of our friendly Recruitment Specialists, simply contact us on [email protected] Principal Environmental Consultant, NSW

Location: Sydney

About The Role

Due to continuous growth, Umwelt Sydney is seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant to lead and manage planning and approval projects, and environmental impact assessments for major renewables, resources and infrastructure sectors throughout NSW.

This role involves handling complex and multi-dimensional environmental assessments and approval processes. Our key services in demand for the NSW Environment team are due diligence assessments, approval strategies, planning and environmental approvals, environmental and technical studies, compliance and auditing, and environmental management. You will have the opportunity to hone your project management skills; leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver great project outcomes for our diverse range of clients.

You will advise our clients across the development spectrum, including initial site feasibility assessments, impact assessments, approvals strategy, planning and environment approvals, development and implementation of environmental management plans and post-approval compliance. Your expertise will be crucial in advancing projects across various sectors, with a primary focus on renewable energy and infrastructure.

Working as part of our National Environmental business will offer opportunities for you to learn and develop your skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Management: Scope, plan, manage, and execute environmental assessment, planning, approvals, 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

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual with 10 years' experience. In this role you will develop your consulting, writing, project management and technical skills through delivering a range of planning and environmental consulting projects.

You will have:

• Qualifications in environmental science, planning, or related degree discipline
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental impact assessment or planning and approvals (NSW experience preferred) – consulting experience is desirable
• 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
• Organised, motivated and self-directed

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, . Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion is Valued and Supported

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 team members from all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging and mutual respect. Our team are privileged to work closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for all of our advertised roles. We're also actively transitioning to the next stage of our RAP journey (from Reflect to Innovate).

Fostering a diverse and inclusive environment isn't only about enriching our workplace culture. It also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do.

Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued

A Focus on Your Career Pathway

Your growth and professional development is greatly valued by the Umwelt team. We strive to be a preferred employer that attracts and retains our people. That's why we offer comprehensive training programs, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a functioning mentorship system to help you flourish in your chosen field, wherever you're at in your career

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