Principal Environmental Scientist – Contaminated Land

2 weeks ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Montrose Environmental Group, Inc. Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

Why Great People Join Epic

  • Impact that matters. At Epic you'll work on projects that protect communities, restore environments, and support industries critical to Australia's future.
  • Real collaboration. Our teams are open, approachable, and supportive, you'll have direct access to senior leaders and a culture built on knowledge-sharing, not hierarchy.
  • Growth with backing. As part of Montrose Environmental Group, we offer the resources of a global player while keeping the flexibility and agility of a local consultancy.

Join our Land and Water Team as a Principal Environmental Scientist (Contaminated Land)

Epic Environmental is expanding into the Northern Territory, and we're seeking an experienced professional to lead contaminated land and remediation projects to help shape and expand our existing NT footprint.

What You'll Do

  • Manage contaminated land investigations, risk assessments, and remediation programs for mining, defence, infrastructure, and development projects
  • Lead client and regulator engagement, providing clear technical and strategic advice
  • Drive proposals, tenders, and business development to expand Epic's NT operations
  • Mentor and develop junior staff, while driving the growth of our NT office

What You Bring

  • A tertiary qualification in environmental science, engineering, hydrogeology, or related discipline
  • 15+ years' experience in contaminated land consulting, including remediation strategy and risk assessment
  • Strong understanding of NT and Commonwealth environmental regulations (experience with auditors highly regarded)
  • Proven project management, leadership, and client relationship skills

Perks

  • Work from home options, because flexibility matters
  • Competitive salary + benefits
  • High-profile and unique projects across the Territory
  • National expertise and Montrose Environmental's global support at your back
  • A collaborative, supportive, no-ego culture

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