Principal / Senior Environmental Consultant - Melbourne, VIC (Contaminated Land & Audits)
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior or Principal Consultant to join a reputable consultancy and deliver complex EPA Environmental Audit projects, landfill assessments, and Phase 1 & Phase 2 (PSI/DSI) investigations across a variety of sites.
About The Company
They are an Australian-owned and operates across both public and private sectors. They bring deep industry-specific knowledge and a full-service offering in environmental and safety consulting, including contaminated land management, soil/groundwater assessments, asbestos/hazardous materials, and occupational hygiene.
They are certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and AS/NZS 4801, which underscores their commitment to quality, environment and safety.
With offices in Melbourne (and recently expanding interstate), they're geared for growth and delivering technically rigorous work.
The Role - What You'll Be Doing
* Lead and deliver EPA Environmental Audit projects and comprehensive landfill assessment programs.
* Manage Phase 1 & Phase 2 (PSI/DSI) contaminated land investigations across diverse site types (residential, commercial, industrial, infrastructure).
* Provide clients with strategic technical advice and ensure regulatory compliance and best-practice outcomes.
* Work closely with clients, regulators and internal specialist teams to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
* Mentoring and guiding junior team members (especially at Principal level).
* (For Principal) Contribute to business development activities, client relationship management and planning for growth.
What You'll Bring - Your Experience & Skills
* Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Geology or related discipline.
* Proven experience in contaminated land investigations, landfill assessment and/or environmental auditing (ideally in Victoria or comparable jurisdictions).
* Strong understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks (EPA audits, contaminated sites, landfill risk exposure).
* Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills — able to interact confidently with clients, regulators and internal teams.
* For Principal level: demonstrable track record in leading projects, managing clients, mentoring staff and contributing to business growth.
* Valid driver's licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required.
What's On Offer
* Competitive salary package ($100K-$160K + Super, depending on level).
* Genuine leadership opportunity — step into a role where you can make a visible impact on technically complex and diverse projects.
* A high calibre, established team with strong client relationships and a reputation for excellence.
* Professional accreditation and development support (in an ISO-certified firm).
* Flexible working arrangements (office + site fieldwork) and an inclusive, supportive culture that values innovation and growth (the business emphasises being "first to answer new challenges" and "bring new thinking" to complex EH&S issues).
If you're a Senior Consultant looking to elevate your career or a Principal Consultant ready for a fresh challenge in Melbourne, i'd love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and send it to