Graduate Environmental Scientist

4 weeks ago

North Sydney, Australia Jacobs Full time

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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

When it comes to environmental consulting, we see the world as our greatest resource. That’s why clients trust Jacobs to help solve their most complex environmental challenges and opportunities. We partner with government agencies, municipalities, private sector companies and leading environmental organisations to deliver proven industry expertise on new infrastructure, sustainability and environmental initiatives around the globe. 

We have an immediate requirement for a Graduate Environmental Scientist to join our Sydney Contaminated Land Assessment and Remediation team. Our current and emerging projects span a variety of sectors including transport infrastructure, power and energy, water, renewables, waste to energy, Defence and industrial. This solid pipeline provides our team with tremendous career opportunities, signature projects and a diversity of invigorating work. With in-house teams covering all environmental, planning, and spatial disciplines as well as other technical/engineering teams, our people have plenty of opportunities for personal and professional growth. Working alongside our Seniors, you will provide meaningful input and we’ll mentor you each step of the way to ensure you’re set up for success.

Here's what you'll need

Ideally you'll already hold a university degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or similar. This is a unique role that requires applicants to hold the right to work in Australia. Bring your creativity, collaborative spirit and strong attention to detail, and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfil what drives you – so we can deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow, together.

In this role you will contribute to the delivery of field sampling programs, contamination assessment report writing and supporting other members of the section with business development activities. The role will include the following tasks that will be performed with support from other members of the team as appropriate:

  • Planning and execution of field sampling programs involving sampling of soils, sediments, surface water and groundwater.
  • Collation, analysis and interpretation of laboratory analytical results and other environmental data, including comparison against defined assessment criteria
  • Preparation of contamination assessment reports with support from relevant team members, requiring research and review of technical / scientific documents
  • Assist with the preparation of proposal documents and other business development activities
  • Collaborating with other Sections to help deliver successful project outcomes for our clients
  • Communicate capacity and actively seeks out work from colleagues

Our Graduate Program

As a Graduate at Jacobs, you’ll be a valued member of our team from Day 1 and work on real projects, bids and tenders from the get-go. From gaining hands-on experience, to participating in networking events and structured learning sessions, you’ll find new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.

Our teams offer a supportive environment to help you to learn, grow and excel. Working under the guidance and mentorship of our experts and industry leaders, you’ll develop the skills and knowledge to deliver the boldest solutions for the extraordinary and the everyday.

We see graduates as the future leaders of our business, which is why we’re delighted to have placed #23 in the Australian Financial Review’s Top 100 Graduate Employers award for ‘Most Popular Employer’ in 2024 and featured in the Top 10 for 'Most Popular Engineering Employer' Award No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

Jacobs. A world where you can.

From our inclusive employee networks, to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our wide range of Global Employee Networks centred on inclusion and diversity – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and Women’s Network – find out more about our employee networks here.

With safety, accessibility and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to delivering ever more innovative and sustainable solutions for clients and communities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. First Nations peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate for a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel, please let your recruiter know in your application. 

If you require support or reasonable adjustments with regards to our recruitment process, please contact the team here.

Successful candidates may be asked to complete pre-employment checks including: Identity, Right to Work, Employment/Education History and Criminal Record. If you are unable to complete these checks or meet the associated criteria, then your offer of employment may be delayed or withdrawn.

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