Graduate / Project Consultant – Environment

1 week ago


Mackay, Australia SLR Consulting Full time

Graduate / Project Consultant – EMPC - Mackay
About the business and the role

SLR Consulting Australia Pty Ltd (SLR) is an employee-controlled international environmental consultancy with a globally recognised reputation for providing high quality tailored services.  We provide global consultancy advice and support on a wide range of strategic and site-specific issues to a diverse and growing base of business, regulatory and governmental clients.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Environmental Consultant to join our internationally recognised Environmental Assessment & Management team, from our established Mackay office.

Articulate, motivated and reliable, you will have 0-3 years’ experience in Environmental Consulting. Regulatory and/or mining experience will be viewed favourably but is not required, with the right attitude and aptitude we will provide you with training and guidance. 

Our Mackay team are fun loving, friendly and experts in the fields of Environmental Management, Compliance, Mine Planning, Mine Closure and Asset Transfer. You will enjoy undertaking a range of project work whilst learning from this experienced team and developing client relationships throughout the region. You will also collaborate on exciting projects and initiatives with the national team and other teams within our multi-disciplinary business. You will be motivated and our team will empower you to develop your skills in targeted document development, technical understanding and project management.

Job tasks and responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include:
•    Building and maintaining effective relationships with our clients and internal SLR team members
•    Assisting with compliance auditing and reporting
•    Assisting with Environmental Authority amendments
•    Assisting with the development of environmental management plans for mining and industrial projects
•    Assisting with and coordinating the delivery of Mine Rehabilitation and Closure Plans and, Estimated Rehabilitation Cost calculations
•    Undertaking environmental monitoring and sampling for clients within the Mackay and Coalfields region across a range of areas such as surface water, groundwater, dust, traffic and more
•    Environment management & ESG
•    Working within and leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects across a range of sectors
•    Delivering clear and precise, high-quality reports

Skills and experience
To be successful in this role, you will be a positive and engaging character with a great sense of humour as well as have:
•    A degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field
•    0-3 years + experience in Environmental Science, preferably in Consulting.  
•    Knowledge of QLD and National environmental legislation and policies, standards, and guidelines
•    Experience in the regulatory, mining, infrastructure, power and/or agribusiness sectors is highly valued but not a prerequisite.
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•    Experience with Word processing, Spreadsheeting, Database and GIS software. 
•    Australian Citizenship or rights to work in Australia.

Benefits
Our culture is unique where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Whether you’re working in the office, from home or a mix of the two, we recognise that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all, including:
•    Hybrid work model (in-office & from home) - you choose where you work best.
•    Extra paid purchased leave up to 10 days so you can re-energize, help others, support family, or focus on your own professional development.
•    Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents throughout their parenting journey which includes 14 weeks primary carer and 6 weeks secondary carer leave. As well as options for an additional 8 weeks leave if you become the primary carer within the first 18 Months. 
•    Learning and development which includes a mapped career progression path, study assistance and to 2 professional memberships subsidised by SLR.
•    Employee Assistance Program to support your physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
•    Global and regional mobility and recruitment referral bonus for both region and global candidates.
•    Other benefits include regular office social events, service anniversary awards, salary sacrificing (novated car lease) and an online corporate uniform shop with individualised annual budget.
 
Our local team in Mackay are supportive, friendly, and experts in their field. If you are interested in joining them – apply now



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