Position
Associate or Senior Associate Consultant – Hazardous Materials & Occupational Hygiene
Location
Central Coast, Newcastle or Sydney office (hybrid). Relocation support available.
Overview
We’re expanding our NSW Hazardous Materials & Occupational Hygiene team and are looking for an Associate or Senior Associate Consultant to take the lead on a major client account.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage hazardous materials assessments, including asbestos, lead, PCBs, and other regulated substances, from survey through to remediation and clearance.
* Provide occupational hygiene advice, including exposure assessment, risk management, and the development of control strategies for chemical, biological, and physical hazards.
* Oversee the development and implementation of hazardous materials management plans and occupational hygiene monitoring programs.
* Ensure compliance with relevant Australian legislation, codes of practice, and industry standards.
* Prepare high‑quality technical reports, risk assessments, and client communications in a timely manner.
* Mentor and provide technical guidance to consultants and junior staff, supporting their professional development.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, identify recent business opportunities, and contribute to tender submissions.
* Stay current with industry developments, emerging hazards, and technology trends relevant to hazardous materials and occupational hygiene.
Qualifications
* 8+ years in hazardous materials management and occupational hygiene consulting.
* Demonstrated expertise in conducting hazardous materials surveys, risk assessments, and remediation projects.
* Comprehensive knowledge of relevant Australian and state regulations, codes of practice, and standards.
* Proven ability to manage complex projects, deliver high‑quality reports, and meet client expectations.
* Robust leadership, mentoring, and communication skills.
* Professional membership or certification, e.g., full membership of the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists, Certified Occupational Hygienist, and/or Licensed Asbestos Assessor.
* Valid Australian driver’s licence and willingness to travel to client sites.
Advantages
* Hybrid work model, relocation support, opportunities for overtime, mentoring and training, and participation in WSP’s Employee Share Purchase Plan.
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