Graduate Environmental Scientist, (Contamination Assessment & Remediation) – Tasmania
In Tasmania, our Contamination Assessment & Remediation team is on the lookout for our next graduate in 2026! Based out of our Hobart office, and with a degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering, your interest in getting out into the field on a wide variety of projects will serve you in valuable stead in this position.
About the role
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Implementing environmental investigations including field investigations, drilling (various rig types), monitoring well and soil vapour installation oversight; coordination of environmental monitoring (soil, sediment, groundwater, soil vapour, surface water);
- Field oversight of contractors;
- Assisting with field scope development, scheduling and budgeting;
- Assisting with data compilation and interpretation;
- Preparing technical environmental reports for senior review;
- Maintaining safety training to conduct environmental contaminated sites work.
Our two‑year Graduate Development Program is designed to give you a smooth start to your consulting career. Alongside peers, managers and mentors, we’ll help you detangle any challenges along the way.
What you will bring to the team
- Graduate by December 2025 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or equivalent;
- 0 to 2 years of experience in environmental consulting;
- Strong interest in chemistry, soil, groundwater, contamination assessment and remediation methods;
- Knowledge of contaminated sites regulation and associated guidance, protocols and guidelines;
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively express technical information to multiple audiences including subcontractors, clients, colleagues, etc.;
- Strong technical writing, data analysis and interpretation skills;
- Valid full driver’s licence and comfort with long‑distance and off‑road driving (training will be provided).
Application process
- Your CV – snapshot of your studies and experiences, both paid and unpaid.
- A cover letter – chance to show where you want to grow within GHD and let your communication skills shine.
- Your transcript – helps us understand what you’ve been learning.
- Screening – we review applications as they come in; bulk screening happens after applications close.
- Video interviews – record answers to a few straightforward questions.
- Meet the team – face‑to‑face or virtual interview with your prospective team.
- Psychometric assessments – quick tests to gauge how you like to work and your strengths.
- Offer – if successful, we discuss salary, start date and background checks.
Inclusive hiring
We’re committed to being as inclusive as possible. If you identify as someone who is neurodiverse or have a disability and need adjustments to any part of the process, let us know in your application form – we’re here to help.
Start dates and opportunities
Most full‑time roles kick off in February 2026, though some teams may have earlier start dates in mid‑2025. Casual work opportunities may also be available throughout your final year of study.
Why join GHD?
We are a multinationally owned, employee‑owned group of 11,000 across 160 offices, committed to sustainable engineering and impactful community projects. Our GHD Foundation supports STEAM education for children in need, and our employee groups foster diversity, equity and inclusion. Join us to make a difference.
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