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Environmental scientist/engineer – contaminated land

Newcastle
Aecom
Posted: 4 June
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"What I enjoy most about working within the Hunter GRS team is the diversity of projects and the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced people who are willing to share their knowledge. The team is heavily involved in delivering local Hunter-based projects, while also drawing on a strong technical network nationally and internationally, which provides exposure to a broad range of experience and technical approaches. It is a collaborative environment with strong learning opportunities and exposure to complex contamination and remediation projects across a range of industries." – Greg Matthews, Team Manager – Geosciences and Remediation Services

We have a unique opportunity for an Environmental Scientist or Environmental Engineer to join our \"Geoscience + Remediation Services\" Team based in Newcastle and to take the next step in their career.

This position will provide experience and a greater level of responsibility working on a diverse array of high profile, major infrastructure assessment projects across a range of sectors, including Department of Defence, mining, transport (road/rail/ports/air), water utilities, energy, oil and gas, and urban renewal property sectors.

Working amongst a team of peers and alongside our clients, while learning first‐hand from our in-house national and international senior advisors and technical leaders. You will primarily assist with fieldwork and reporting aspects of multiple concurrent contamination investigations and remediation projects of varying size and complexity.

You will be involved in:
* Preliminary and Detailed Site Investigations
* Data Management and Digital Reporting
* Remedial Action Plans
* Site Validation Reports
* Waste Classifications
* Site supervision and contractor management
Qualifications

What will a day in this role look like:

Flexibility and a pro‐active attitude will be key to your success in supporting the Newcastle office and the wider business. You will have demonstrable qualifications and experience, including some or all of the following:

* Experience in preliminary and detailed site investigations for soil, vapour, and groundwater
* Experience in data management software (ESDAT / Equis) and preparation of environmental reports
* Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
* Exposure to project management principles and processes
* Bachelor's degree in an appropriate discipline such as environmental science, engineering, geology, or earth science
* Full Australian drivers licence
* Due to the requirements of certain Defence projects, Australian citizenship would be highly regarded
Benefits

Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‐time, job‐sharing and hybrid work options.

* Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
* Swap public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
* Continuous learning and growth – lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.

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