Principal Environmental Scientist – Contaminated Land

6 days ago

Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia Montrose Environmental Group 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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