Renewables Environmental Approvals Specialist

2 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ERM Full time $104,000 - $130,878 per year

We are seeking experienced environmental impact assessment practitioners, from
Principal Consultant
to
Technical Director
level, to be based in our Melbourne office (hybrid working available).

You will play a leadership role in ensuring that major projects are developed in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner, with a focus on renewable energy projects in both onshore and offshore environments. You will be supported by a large cohort of industry leading technical specialists and environmental professionals.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior professional looking to advance their career level with a global environmental leader.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Lead EIS/EES projects and approvals strategies on major projects, both offshore and onshore.
  • Lead and manage a range of projects within scope and budget, and ensure team and stakeholder relationships are maintained to an exceptional standard.
  • Collaborate with technical team leads to develop and deliver superior outcomes for our clients.
  • Support Account Directors in maintaining existing client relationships and develop strategies to pursue and win new business opportunities.
  • Contribute to a positive team culture and mentor junior team members to develop their skills.

If you have the following, we want to hear from you:

  • 10+ years' experience in environmental planning and impact assessments, including 5+ years' experience in environmental consulting – experience in marine and offshore environments highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated experience in Commonwealth and Victorian environmental legislation and their application to the delivery of complex and major projects. Broader experience in other jurisdictions highly desirable.
  • Excellent project management and project delivery skills, including budgeting, resourcing, scheduling, risk management, and communications.
  • Demonstrated experience in building and sustaining excellent relationships with clients, stakeholders and teams.
  • Tertiary degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Planning or a related discipline.
  • Authorisation to work in Australia.

Who We Are:
As the world's leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
ERM can accommodate flexible working arrangements, and provides quarterly Wellness Days, public holiday swaps, secondary carer's leave, purchased leave options and study assistance.
ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.



  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Erm: Environmental Resources Management Full time

    OverviewERM established a presence in Australia in 1994 and has since grown to offices located in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Newcastle and Canberra.Offices have been strategically located to service our key clients across a range of sectors.The breadth of our experience enables us to provide full life cycle services to our clients, both at...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ERM: Environmental Resources Management Full time

    OverviewERM established a presence in Australia in 1994 and has since grown to offices located in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Newcastle and Canberra. Offices have been strategically located to service our key clients across a range of sectors. The breadth of our experience enables us to provide full life cycle services to our clients, both...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia ERM: Environmental Resources Management Full time

    OverviewERM established a presence in Australia in 1994 and has since grown to offices located in Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Newcastle and Canberra. Offices have been strategically located to service our key clients across a range of sectors. The breadth of our experience enables us to provide full life cycle services to our clients, both...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeRenewables Full time $180,000 - $250,000

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Senior Renewables Approvals Specialist to lead and manage an approvals and planning team to secure major project approvals for clients in the renewable, mining, infrastructure, and industrial space.


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeEnvironmental Full time $150,000 - $307,614

    Senior Environmental Approvals LeaderWe are seeking a senior environmental approvals leader to join our team. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of large, complex impact assessments for key infrastructure projects.This is an excellent opportunity for a technical leader to take on a high-impact,...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Arup Full time

    Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.Join our friendly, vibrant Environment team at Arup, where we're passionate about delivering technically excellent environmental assessments that make a real difference to communities. We have a strong track record in Victoria and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Epic Environmental Full time

    OverviewPrincipal Environmental Assessment & Approvals Consultant — Epic Environmental is seeking a senior environmental professional to lead strategy, shape projects and influence the approvals landscape for high-profile clients across Victoria and beyond. You'll be based in Melbourne and work as part of our Environmental Planning & Approvals Team to...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Epic Environmental Full time

    OverviewPrincipal Environmental Assessment & Approvals Consultant — Epic Environmental is seeking a senior environmental professional to lead strategy, shape projects and influence the approvals landscape for high-profile clients across Victoria and beyond. You'll be based in Melbourne and work as part of our Environmental Planning & Approvals Team to...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeEnvironmental Full time $150,000 - $307,614

    We are seeking a seasoned professional to lead our environmental approvals team in Victoria.Job OverviewThis role involves managing complex environmental projects, leading project teams and communicating with clients and regulators.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the development and delivery of environmental approval projects such as EES' in Victoria.Lead project...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeEnvironmental Full time $150,000 - $170,000

    Job OverviewThis is a key opportunity to lead the delivery of complex environmental impact assessments for major infrastructure projects.You will manage multidisciplinary teams and guide projects within tight timelines, regulatory frameworks, and budgets.Main ResponsibilitiesDeveloping and delivering large-scale environmental approval projects.Leading...