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Principal/director - environment impact assessment (defence)

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Posted: 8 March
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Principal/Director - Environment Impact Assessment (Defence)

"Our teams deliver environmental work that directly support Defence capability across major national programs. With recent program growth we are expanding our multidisciplinary team, offering the opportunity to contribute to complex projects that balance Defence operational requirements with long term environmental stewardship outcomes" - Lauren Spring, ANZ Defence Environment Lead

Come grow with us.

Our national Defence capability is well established and continuing to grow, backed by strong leadership, investment and a track record of success. We are delivering major, complex programs across the country through a genuinely multidisciplinary model, working closely with our Buildings + Places team to bring the full breadth of our expertise to every project.

As our Defence portfolio expands, so does our team. This is an opportunity to join a high performing, collaborative group that is building real momentum in the market. If you are looking for a long term home where you can contribute to significant projects, lead teams and be part of a national team that is winning and delivering meaningful Defence work, we would love to hear from you.

We are a passionate team of environmental impact assessors working within an organisation creating meaningful change both in Australia and around the globe.

Our team are connected to our colleagues across Australia and New Zealand, and globally across the world, which allows our team members to take up opportunities to work on exciting projects in a variety of regions on both a short term and long-term basis.
This role can be based in any of our Australian offices.

How you'll make a difference
* Working closely with industry specialists to undertake and coordinate environmental impact assessments and approvals on Defence projects
* Work alongside Management Teams, to ensure environmental matters are appropriately considered and managed at all stages of design development and project construction
* Project manage, develop bids and develop relationships with clients and stakeholders on a range of projects
* Coordinate and provide guidance to multidisciplinary teams, helping identify risks, resolve issues, and manage change through planning, design and approval stages
* Support the continued growth of our business and foster the development of environmental planning and approvals across the region
The qualities that help you thrive

The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

* A degree in environmental science (or a related field), with solid experience in environmental impact assessments and planning approvals across a range of sectors
* Strong experience working on Defence projects in Australia – you'll need to hold a Baseline clearance at a minimum and have a solid understanding of the Defence environment framework
* Demonstrated experience in the assessment of impact to environment and heritage values on the Defence estate
* Strong coordination skills with the ability to manage budgets, timelines and deliverables, while building trusted client relationships and contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture
* Understanding of the EPBC Act 1999 and how it applies to environmental impact assessment and Defence projects
About us

As the world's most trusted infrastructure consulting firm,we'recommitted to managing our business with the utmost responsibility and to always strive for better– reducingemissions, creating social value, or diversifying our senior leadership and workforce.

We understand both the urgency of the challenges facing our society and our responsibility to respond in an impactful and enduring way. Armed with this consciousness,we'releading the change toward a more sustainable andequitablefuture, partnering with those who want to make a positive difference in the world.

We'relistening to clients and the communities we serve to improve lives and livelihoods, and to create sustainable legacies for generations to come. Thinking without limits is what keeps us at the vanguard. Ideas have no borders, and this ethos is embedded in our culture. The full scope of our globalexpertiseis available to anyone who needs it, wherever they are based.

We'retrusted advisors — planners, designers, engineers, consultants, and program and construction managers — delivering professional services spanning cities, transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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