* Permanent full-time role with hands-on learning from day one
* Supportive team, structured graduate training, and clear development pathways
* Individual training budget, 50+ hours development, mentoring & more
About The Role
Are you ready to launch your career with one of NSW's largest and most respected Contaminated Land Management teams?
We're looking for a motivated graduate to join JBS&G in our Wollongong office as part of Graduate intake. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in contaminated land management and learn directly from in-house technical leaders. From your very first day, you'll be working alongside experienced consultants on real, diverse projects — from initial site investigations to remediation and closure. You'll build your technical and fieldwork skills, develop confidence in client communication, and get access to structured training, mentoring, and professional development tailored to kick-start your consulting career.
Tasks And Responsibilities
* Develop field experience and knowledge in sampling methodologies for soil, soil vapor, indoor air, ambient air, hazardous materials, groundwater, and surface water.
* Support accurate reporting activities, including maintaining field notes, site descriptions, logs, analytical summary tables, and basic reporting tasks.
* Develop computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office and industry specific programs.
* Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and communicate project updates as required.
* Develop relationships with clients and ensure high quality customer service throughout projects.
About You
* Tertiary qualification in Science or Engineering is essential, with an understanding of earth sciences highly desirable.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to collaborate and work effectively with a range of stakeholders to achieve desirable outcomes.
* Excellent time management and ability to manage and prioritise deadlines.
* Proactive and motivated approach to learning.
* Full drivers licence, and willingness to obtain a police and medical clearance.
About JBS&G
Join JBS&G, a leading environmental consultancy founded in 1996, now expanding rapidly across Australia. JBS&G is proud to be a 100% employee-owned company, and we live by our values of delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients and providing exceptional opportunities for our team. Our services include Contaminated Land Management, Groundwater Remediation, Environmental Assessments and Approvals, Auditing, Due Diligence, Bushfire Management and Stakeholder and Risk Management. With a team of nearly 300 experts and growing offices across Australia, we have a strong reputation in the market for both innovation and quality.
Why work for JBS&G?
At JBS&G, we believe a great career starts with a great environment — and we're proud to offer both. Our culture is built on care and trust, and that's not just something we say — it's how we work every day. We look after each other, deliver real value for our clients, and create opportunities for our people to grow.
As a Graduate at JBS&G, you won't be stuck on the sidelines. You'll be out in the field, developing practical skills, working on real projects, and learning from some of the most respected experts in the industry. Our structured Graduate Program (January 2026) is designed to build both your technical and professional confidence, with plenty of support along the way.
We Also Offer
* A friendly, supportive team environment where people enjoy coming to work.
* Learning and development that's genuinely prioritised - including individual training budgets, 50 hours of professional development time, access to external training, industry events, and an annual Mentoring Program.
* Flexible working arrangements and a purchased leave scheme to help you balance work and life.
* Gender-neutral paid parental leave.
* Wellness benefits, including subsidised gym memberships, annual skin checks, and vaccinations.
* A strong social and environmental ethos that's part of how we do business.
* Access to confidential mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and trained Mental Health Officers To learn more about our Graduate Program, click here: https://www.jbsg.com.au/join-our-team/graduate-program
How To Apply
If this opportunity interests you, please click Apply now. For any questions, please contact Jemimah Hoad on 02 8245 0***.
Please Include
* Your resume; and
* A brief cover letter detailing your suitability for the position.
* To be eligible to apply, you must already have an appropriate Australian work visa.
JBS&G does not accept unsolicited agency-referred applications.
Please note only successful applicants will be contacted.
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