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An established and highly respected environmental consultancy is seeking a Principal Environmental Scientist to lead mine closure and rehabilitation projects across Australia. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to nationally significant projects while enjoying flexible work arrangements and a strong, values-driven culture.
About the Organisation
Our client is a multidisciplinary firm with a national footprint and a global outlook, known for delivering high-impact environmental and infrastructure projects. Their work spans the resources, water, energy, transport, and built environment sectors, with a growing reputation in mine closure and geoscience.
The Opportunity
Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team focused on practical, science-based solutions for mine closure and land rehabilitation. You'll be involved in complex projects across Western Australia with opportunities to contribute to projects in Queensland and Victoria. The team actively partners with research institutions and industry to improve outcomes for post-mining land use.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead technical delivery across the mine closure lifecycle, from strategy through to implementation.
* Prepare and review mine closure plans and supporting studies.
* Design and coordinate multidisciplinary technical investigations (e.g. geochemical, ecological, geotechnical).
* Translate scientific insights into actionable strategies for clients.
* Support business development, prepare proposals, and foster client relationships.
* Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal capability building.
* Conduct site-based assessments and provide expert advice.
* Prepare high-quality technical reports and communicate findings clearly to stakeholders.
About You
You are a senior professional with deep expertise in mine closure and environmental rehabilitation. You are comfortable operating across strategy, science, and stakeholder engagement, and enjoy collaborating with peers across disciplines.
You bring:
* A tertiary qualification in environmental science, geoscience, engineering, soil science, or a related field.
* Significant consulting or mining industry experience in mine closure.
* Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and best practice closure standards.
* Proven ability to lead projects, manage teams, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
* Excellent technical writing and client communication skills.
* Experience with GIS tools (e.g. ArcGIS) and landform design is advantageous.
* A collaborative mindset and a passion for sustainability in the resources sector.
* Full Australian working rights.
To learn more:
Please contact Kate Faulkner at Advance Careers – Powered by Brunel.
0455 667 863
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Consulting, Project Management, and Engineering
* Industries
Mining, Environmental Services, and Environmental Quality Programs
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