Senior Contaminated Land Environmental Engineer/Scientist
Ewers Environmental Consulting (EEC) is seeking an ambitious and driven Team Leader – Contaminated Land to join our growing Victorian team, supporting projects across VIC, SA, NSW and TAS. This is a leadership role within our Contaminated Land division, responsible for overseeing daily operations, project workflows, staff coordination and resource management. You will play a pivotal role in delivering complex environmental projects, ensuring regulatory compliance, maintaining technical excellence and maximising team efficiency. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining fieldwork, office collaboration (Melbourne & Geelong) and work‐from‐home flexibility.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee daily operations of the Contaminated Land team
* Manage project scheduling, resourcing and workflow coordination
* Mentor and train junior and mid‐level consultants
* Support strategic growth initiatives across Victoria and interstate
* Collaborate closely with site staff and senior leadership
* Provide field support where required: soil sampling, groundwater monitoring, supervision of drilling programs and groundwater well installations
* Work across multiple sites throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria (with potential interstate work)
* Ensure high standards of safety, data integrity and regulatory compliance
* Prepare and review detailed technical reports: Preliminary Site Investigations (PSI), Detailed Site Investigations (DSI – soil, groundwater, soil vapour), Groundwater Annual Monitoring Reports (including Mann‐Kendall analysis), Groundwater Quality Management Plans (GWQMP), DSI reports for EPA audit sites, Soil Classification Reports, Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMP), PFAS assessments
* Deliver projects on time and within budget
* Conduct environmental assessments and support environmental audits
* Provide technical advice to clients regarding compliance and sustainability
* Develop and implement environmental management strategies
* Assist with preparation of tenders and proposals
* Manage subcontractor and supplier selection and performance
* Stay up to date with environmental legislation, industry standards and best practice
* Maintain a strong focus on quality and exceeding client expectations
About You
* A highly capable Environmental Scientist or Engineer with strong contaminated land experience and emerging or established leadership capability.
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering.
* Minimum 6+ years of experience in soil sampling, groundwater monitoring and drilling supervision.
* Minimum 6+ years of project management experience within environmental consulting.
* Proven experience delivering projects for public and private sector clients (e.g., Council, Government, Road, Rail, Development, Industrial, Aviation, Manufacturing).
* Strong technical report writing experience across PSI, DSI, GWQMP, RAP, CEMP, Soil Classification, and PFAS.
* Experience compiling groundwater trend analysis including Mann‐Kendall.
* Proficiency with MS Office, GIS, ESDAT, PIPERPLOT and groundwater logger analysis (depth, pH, EC).
* Strong knowledge of local and national environmental regulations.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work autonomously and within a team.
* Full Australian driver's licence with an excellent driving record.
* Own reliable vehicle.
* Australian citizenship or permanent residency.
What We Offer
* Competitive remuneration package.
* Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
* Ongoing training and development opportunities.
* Strong emphasis on work‐life balance.
* Opportunity to join a rapidly growing national consultancy.
About Us
Ewers Environmental Consulting (EEC) is a leading provider of environmental consulting services in Australia. With over 20 years of industry experience, we have established a reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to a diverse range of clients across the public and private sectors, including urban infrastructure, transportation, land development, waste management and mining. EEC works with clients located across Australia to manage their specific needs for successful outcomes when dealing with contaminated land projects and navigating the complex environmental landscape.
If you are an experienced Environmental Scientist/Engineer in contaminated land who is excited by the prospect of joining a dynamic, rapidly growing and forward‐thinking company, we encourage you to apply now.
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