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Location: Perth

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior WHS Project Advisor to partner directly with our project teams and field ecologists, helping ensure safe and successful delivery of environmental projects across Western Australia, South Australia and Victoria.

You’ll spend time engaging with ecologists and environmental professionals, supporting remote and regional projects, participating in mobilisations, visiting client sites and helping teams identify and manage risks in dynamic field environments. From flora and fauna surveys in remote locations through to major infrastructure and resource sector projects, you’ll provide practical advice that enables our people to work safely while delivering exceptional outcomes for clients.

Reporting to the Safety, Quality and Integrated Systems Lead, you’ll work closely with project managers, technical specialists and clients to strengthen safety culture, support compliance, develop practical safety solutions and contribute directly to project success across a diverse portfolio of repeat and long term client projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead detailed project risk assessments, identify hazards and work with project teams to implement practical controls for health, safety, environment and quality risks
• Develop and continuously improve practical WHS and quality strategies, policies and procedures aligned with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Deliver engaging training that builds capability, strengthens safety culture and supports compliance across the business and its projects
• Prepare and maintain project specific safety management plans, contribute to mobilisation meetings, and attend client and project sites when required
• Conduct audits and site inspections, verify compliance with relevant standards and requirements, and support teams to close out corrective actions
• Lead incident investigations, identify root causes and lessons learned, and drive timely actions and reporting to prevent recurrence
• Provide trusted, practical advice to project teams and clients, helping them strengthen systems and drive continuous improvement
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, clients, subcontractors and regulators to promote proactive WHS and quality management
• Maintain accurate WHS and quality records, prepare clear reports, and communicate insights and outcomes to relevant stakeholders

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior WHS Projects Advisor who combines strong technical capability with a practical, collaborative approach to safety and quality. You will bring:

• A degree or diploma in Occupational Health and Safety or a related discipline
• At least five years’ experience in a comparable, hands-on WHS role, ideally within consulting, environmental services or another project-based industry
• A strong understanding of national WHS regulations, standards and best practices
• Experience improving WHS and quality management systems aligned with ISO 45001 and ISO 9001, together with demonstrated ability to develop clear, practical policies and procedures
• Experience working within consulting or project delivery teams and providing practical WHS and compliance advice across the project lifecycle
• A strong understanding of compliance and accompanying systems to monitor and measure safety outcomes
• An ability to complete internal auditing and demonstrate risk mitigation techniques
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess WHS and quality issues and develop practical, effective solutions
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines, work effectively under pressure without compromising on safety
• Advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook) & Adobe Acrobat
• A Return to Work (RTW) Coordinator & Mental Health First Aid qualifications (or willingness to obtain)
• Willingness to travel interstate and attend client and project sites across Western Australia
• A current drivers’ licence

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Location: Newcastle

About the Role

As a senior member of our NSW Environmental Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our clients by delivering comprehensive environmental impact assessments, environmental and planning approvals and environmental management projects across various sectors, including renewables, resources and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Scope, plan, manage and execute environmental impact assessment, technical studies and environmental management projects, ensuring integrated outcomes and high quality delivery
• Technical Delivery: Maintain a focus on delivering high-quality project outcomes that meets the needs of our clients
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships, developing high quality proposals to secure new business

About You:

• Qualifications in environmental science, planning, or related degree discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in environmental impact assessment
• Strong knowledge of NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation, regulations, standards and best practices
• Experience managing medium to large projects through the development spectrum, including managing timelines, budgets and resourcing
• Experience working on renewable energy or resources is highly regarded
• Adaptability to undertake a range of technical work based on project requirements
• Interest and aptitude in working across multiple disciplines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain positive team and client relationships

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Location: Brisbane

About the Role

As a member of the Queensland Environment Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our clients by supporting, delivering and coordinating comprehensive environmental impact assessments, environmental planning advice, approvals processes and environmental management projects across various sectors. You will play a key role in project teams to support documentation/reporting preparation and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Assist in preparing and conducting environmental impact assessments, approval strategies, environmental management and compliance documents, and approval documentation
• Gather, analyse and interpret environmental data from various sources (e.g field studies, surveys, GIS data)
• Ensure that projects comply with local, state and federal environmental regulations, standards and assessment benchmarks
• Assist in planning and coordinating environmental and approval projects, including timelines, meetings, budgets and resourcing
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders (e.g clients, communities, governmental agencies) to gather input, address concerns and deliver practical solutions
• Prepare detailed reports, including findings, recommendations and mitigation strategies, for clients and regulatory bodies

About You:

• Degree qualification in environmental science, planning, or related discipline
• A proactive and solutions focused mindset
• Strong technical aptitude and project management skills
• Adaptability to interpret or undertake a range of technical work based on project requirements
• Interest and aptitude in working across and coordinating multiple disciplines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain positive team and client relationships
• Interest is working across a variety of sectors and clients
• Experience in an Environmental Scientist or Environmental Planner role in a consulting environment is desirable
• Understanding of and demonstrated experience in approvals and environmental assessments under QLD legislation preferable

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Location: Perth

About the Opportunity

We are looking to recruit highly experienced Principal Ecologists specialising in botany or zoology who want to influence major projects across Western Australia.

As a Principal Ecologist, you will provide technical leadership, mentor and develop ecologists, manage key client relationships and lead the delivery of complex biodiversity projects across the renewable energy, resources and infrastructure sectors.

You will be supported by a highly respected national team and have the opportunity to contribute to strategic growth, business development and the continued success of Umwelt’s ecology services in WA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership and expert ecological advice
• Lead complex flora and/or fauna projects across WA
• Review and approve technical reports and assessments
• Build and maintain key client relationships
• Mentor and develop ecologists across the team
• Manage project delivery, budgets and resources
• Support business development and proposal preparation
• Contribute to strategic planning and team growth
• Represent Umwelt with clients, regulators and stakeholders
• Drive high-quality environmental outcomes on major projects

About You

We’re interested in speaking with experienced ecologists who bring a combination of technical expertise, project delivery skills and a passion for achieving positive environmental outcomes.

You will have:

• Extensive experience in ecological consulting and project delivery
• Expertise in either botany or zoology
• Proven experience managing complex projects and client relationships
• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Botany, Zoology or a related discipline
• Exceptional technical report writing and review skills
• Experience mentoring and developing junior and senior ecologist
• Commercial awareness and business development experience
• Strong knowledge of Western Australian environmental legislation and approval processes
• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving
• Willingness to travel and undertake fieldwork when required

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Location: Perth

About the Opportunity

We are seeking experienced Senior Ecologists to join our growing Perth team. Whether your expertise is in fauna ecology or botany, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside some of Australia’s most respected ecological specialists, delivering diverse and technically complex projects across Western Australia.

You will play a key role in planning and delivering ecological assessments, leading field programs, preparing high quality technical reports and providing trusted advice to clients across a range of sectors. You’ll also have the opportunity to mentor junior staff, contribute to business growth and further develop your technical and leadership capabilities.

At Umwelt, you’ll be part of a nationally connected team of respected environmental professionals, with the flexibility, support and development opportunities needed to build a rewarding and sustainable career.

About You

We’re interested in speaking with experienced ecologists who bring a combination of technical expertise, project delivery skills and a passion for achieving positive environmental outcomes.

You will have:

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Botany, Zoology or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in ecological consulting, environmental assessments and field survey programs
• Strong experience in either: Fauna ecology, including fauna survey design, wildlife assessment and monitoring; or Flora/botany, including vegetation mapping, flora surveys and botanical assessments
• Experience interpreting ecological and spatial data and applying findings to project outcomes
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills
• The ability to build trusted relationships with clients, regulators and project teams
• Knowledge of Western Australian environmental legislation and approval processes (highly regarded)
• A proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving
• Willingness to travel and undertake fieldwork when required

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Location: Brisbane

About the Role

Due to continued growth, Umwelt Brisbane is seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Environmental Consultant to lead and expand our QLD Resources Sector.

In this senior leadership role, you will combine strong technical expertise, commercial acumen and client relationship management to drive growth across Queensland’s resources market. Drawing on your experience in environmental approvals, impact assessment, compliance, environmental management and multidisciplinary project delivery, you will provide strategic advice to clients and lead the successful delivery of complex projects.

You will play a key role in shaping sector strategy, strengthening client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. Working closely with executive leaders and industry stakeholders, you will develop pursuit strategies, lead proposals and bids and grow Umwelt’s presence across the resources sector.

As a senior technical leader, you will provide oversight and review of complex environmental projects, ensuring high-quality, commercially focused outcomes that meet client and regulatory requirements. You may also act as Project Manager or Project Director, overseeing project performance, budgets, resourcing, risk management and delivery.

A key focus of the role is developing people and building capability across the team. You will mentor and support consultants at all levels, foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.

As part of Umwelt’s national business, you will connect clients with our broader planning, environmental, heritage, social and engagement expertise while upholding our values, safety culture, quality standards and commitment to exceptional client outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sector Leadership: Lead and shape the growth of Umwelt’s QLD Resources Sector, with a focus on critical minerals, energy transition, mine closure, rehabilitation and sustainability
• Technical Leadership: Provide trusted senior technical advice across environmental approvals, impact assessment, environmental management, compliance and complex multidisciplinary project delivery
• Project Direction: Set the technical direction for resources projects, including scoping, planning, delivery, specialist coordination, issue resolution and quality assurance
• Project and Commercial Delivery: Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high quality outcomes while balancing client, regulatory, commercial, resourcing and timeframe requirements
• Client and Market Growth: Build trusted client and stakeholder relationships, identify new opportunities and support bids, proposals and pursuit strategies
• National Collaboration: Connect QLD resources opportunities with Umwelt’s broader planning, environmental, heritage, social and engagement capabilities
• Team Capability: Mentor and develop team members, setting clear standards and supporting technical excellence, accountability and growth.

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and driven individual with 15 + years’ experience. In this role you will develop your consulting, writing, project management and technical skills through delivering a range of planning and environmental consulting projects.

You Will Have:

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Planning, Management or a related discipline
• Relevant professional accreditation, industry membership or eligibility to obtain (desirable).
• Extensive professional experience in resources project work, environmental approvals and management or impact assessment, preference for experience within a consulting environment, with recognised expertise in the QLD resources sector
• Demonstrated experience providing technical leadership, assurance and peer review across complex projects
• Strong commercial experience developing sector strategies, bids and business development initiatives within the resources or environmental consulting sector
• Extensive working knowledge of relevant Commonwealth and State environmental legislation, regulatory frameworks and approval pathways
• Demonstrated experience leading client engagement, project delivery and proposal development
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and developing technical staff
• Deep technical capability and recognised expertise within the relevant discipline.
• Strong professional judgement in complex, ambiguous or sensitive technical situations
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including authoritative technical advice and client engagement
• Sound commercial judgement, with the ability to balance resources, budgets, risk and competing priorities while supporting strategic growth and business development outcomes
• Strong interest in shaping QLD’s future resources sector, with awareness of emerging opportunities in critical minerals, energy transition, mine closure, rehabilitation and sustainability
• A collaborative, principled leadership style that builds capability and trust across the team and business
• Current unrestricted driver’s licence
• Undertake travel and field visits as required for the role

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Location: Newcastle or Sydney

Umwelt is looking for an experienced, collaborative, and delivery focused Principal Heritage and Archaeology Consultant to join our growing Heritage team in NSW. This role can be based in Newcastle, the Central Coast or Sydney.

This role has a focus on overseeing, leading and working with a team to deliver Aboriginal heritage and archaeology related projects, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring the quality of deliverable, with opportunities to also lead historical heritage and archaeology projects.

Key responsibilities: 

• Leading the delivery of heritage and archaeology projects. This includes overseeing project teams, planning and delivery of fieldwork, managing budgets and timelines, and ensuring that project goals are met.
• Engaging with clients to understand their project requirements, provide expert advice on heritage and archaeological matters, and develop tailored solutions that meet client needs while adhering to regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Effective stakeholder engagement with both internal and external stakeholders relevant to the role.
• Presenting technical findings and relaying information to non-technical persons, including clients and community
• Well versed in heritage and archaeological legislation, regulations, and guidelines, and apply this knowledge to assess significance, develop conservation strategies, and mitigate impacts on heritage and archaeological values.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff, helping to develop their skills and expertise in heritage and archaeological management and consultancy. 

The ideal candidate for this role will have strong stakeholder engagement, experience in providing advice and advocacy on heritage and archaeological matters to clients, government agencies and community groups, as well as the ability to prepare and review high quality technical reports.

Key Requirements: 

• A degree in Cultural Heritage Management, Archaeology, Anthropology or related field
• Preferably experience in a consultancy environment
• Knowledge of relevant State and Commonwealth heritage legislation and associated regulations and guidelines, with experience in other Australian states and territories highly regarded
• Demonstrate leadership experience, including project management and team coordination
• Interest and experience with client relationship management
• Australian Drivers licence (ideally with 4WD experience)

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Location: Brisbane

We are seeking to appoint a Water Engineer to be based in our Brisbane office. This position supports the internal Water Services team to deliver technical surface water and groundwater assessments for a diverse client base.

This role involves working closely within the Water Services team, while also collaborating with other technical disciplines across the business. You will be responsible for delivering high quality technical work and supporting Technical Leads, Principals and Managers on projects. The successful candidate will be capable of working to scope, budget and schedule to contribute to successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Undertaking research, data analysis and technical assessments to support project outcomes
• Preparing high quality reports and deliverables in line with professional and regulatory standards
• Assisting with surface water and groundwater investigations
• Building your technical expertise across relevant legislation, policy and environmental science
• Supporting project delivery by working to scope, budget and timelines
• Following Quality Management System (QMS) procedures and project management requirements
• Collaborating with Project Managers, Directors and Senior team members to deliver successful outcomes
• Maintaining accurate project documentation and utilising systems such as SharePoint
• Using Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) to support project work
• Review, analyse and interpret surface water data
• Utilise relevant surface water software for flood modelling, water quality analysis and bore logs

About You: 

• Degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Hydrology or related field
• Experience in surface water assessments (consulting experience desirable)
• Exposure and/or interest in surface water software modelling tools hydrology (ie WBNM, RORB, URBS), hydraulics (HEC-RAS, TUFLOW), stormwater design (Music, SWMM), water balance models (GoldSIM) and water quality analysis, visualisation (i.e. AutoCAD) and GIS software (i.e.QGIS).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Sound data analysis and investigation skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A proactive team player with a willingness to learn and grow

Join the Team  

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Location: Townsville

As our project portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking expressions of interest from passionate and motivated Ecologists at all career stages, from Graduate and Early Career Ecologists through to Senior, Associate Principal, Principal and Technical Director level professionals.

At Umwelt, you’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects across sectors including renewable energy, transport, resources, water and urban development, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of environmental experts.

About the Opportunity

We are interested in hearing from professionals with experience in:

• Flora and/or fauna assessments and surveys
• Biodiversity impact assessment and environmental approvals
• Ecological monitoring and management
• Threatened species assessments
• Environmental reporting and stakeholder engagement

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications in Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology, Botany or a related discipline
• Field survey and technical reporting experience (level-dependent)
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A passion for delivering high-quality environmental outcomes

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable. 

Location: Melbourne

As a member of the Victorian Environment Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our clients by delivering comprehensive environmental impact assessments, environmental planning advice and approvals, and environmental management projects across various sectors, with a focus on renewables, resources, and infrastructure. This role offers a blend of project management and technical delivery across planning and environmental impact assessment (EIA) projects. You will work on complex, multi-disciplinary approvals, including Environment Effects Statements (EES), Environment Reports, Ministerial Planning Permits and Planning Scheme amendments.

We have a strong client base and key client framework, which provides opportunities to work on state and nationally significant projects contributing to the national and state energy targets and transition to renewables. With access to strong technical mentorship, you will also have the opportunity to grow your skills whilst supporting and developing others within the team. Beyond technical work, Umwelt provides pathways to grow your skills in business development and operational leadership, allowing you to shape the role to your strengths and interests.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Scope, plan, manage and execute environmental planning strategy and approvals, environmental assessment and management projects, ensuring integrated outcomes and high-quality delivery. Coordination of technical specialist teams including management of scope, budgets and schedule, and leading client communication. We have opportunities to lead on large-scale renewable energy and major infrastructure projects for an experienced project manager.
• Technical Delivery: Lead the production of planning approvals (strategy and approval documents) on projects, with a focus on high-quality technical delivery to meet current and consider emerging regulatory requirements. Demonstrated experience working within the Victorian Planning Scheme and application in the renewables sector advantageous.
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client and regulator relationships, developing high-quality proposals to secure new business and attending industry events to maintain and grow a professional network.

About You:

• Qualifications in planning, environmental science or related degree discipline
• 8+ years of experience in environmental planning (Victorian experience essential)
• Substantial experience in a consulting environment with project management application
• Experience managing aspects of, or working on Ministerial planning permit applications, planning scheme amendments and/or Environment Effects Statements or Environment Reports in Victoria
• Strong knowledge of environmental and planning legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices at Victorian and Federal level
• Experience managing medium to large projects through the development spectrum, including managing timelines, budgets, and resourcing
• Enjoy working as part of a committed team and contributing to the technical development of others
• Proactive approach to tasks and adaptability to undertake a range of technical work based on project requirements
• Interest and aptitude in working across multiple disciplines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain positive team and client relationships

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.

Location: Perth

In Western Australia, our multidisciplinary team of environmental approvals, closure, ecological, social and spatial consultants delivers projects across the mining, renewable energy, infrastructure, government and Defence sectors throughout WA and nationally. As demand for our services continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant/s to join our Perth Environment team.

About the Role

As a Senior Environmental Consultant you will play a key role in delivering complex environmental projects and providing trusted advice to clients across the mining, renewables and infrastructure sectors.

We are particularly interested in professionals who bring experience in Western Australia in either or both:

• WA Mine Rehabilitation | Closure Planning and/or
• WA Mining Environmental Approvals | Impact Assessment & Operations Compliance

Depending on your expertise, you will work on a diverse portfolio of mining and related projects predominantly in Western Australia, supporting clients through environmental approvals, impact assessments, mine closure planning, rehabilitation strategies, environmental management and operational compliance.

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded team, work on some of Western Australia’s most challenging and rewarding projects, and contribute to delivering sustainable, enduring outcomes from mining.

Key Responsibilities

Mine Rehabilitation & Closure Planning Focus

• Prepare and review/update Mine Closure Plans, closure strategies and cost estimates
• Support progressive mine rehabilitation, compliance monitoring and post-closure activities
• Integrate practical environmental, social and operational considerations into closure planning
• Provide advice to clients on their closure knowledge base, risks/priorities, regulatory requirements and leading practice
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable closure solutions

Mining Environmental Approvals & Compliance Focus

• Develop/execute mining environmental impact assessments and approvals strategies
• Prepare approvals documentation and coordinate related technical studies/inputs
• Navigate complex State (Western Australia) and Commonwealth regulatory frameworks
• Develop/secure environmental management plans and other secondary approvals to enable mining
• Advise/support clients through regulatory approvals processes and compliance management during operations
• Liaise with clients, regulators and other key project stakeholders

General Responsibilities

• Manage projects, including scope, budget, schedule and resourcing
• Deliver consistent high-quality technical work and project outcomes
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Prepare proposals and contribute to business development activities
• Mentor junior consultants and support team capability development and growth

About You

You will be an experienced environmental or related professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, building effective and valued client relationships and reliably delivering high-quality work.

You will bring:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5+ years’ experience in mining in industry, environmental consulting and/or regulation.
• Demonstrated experience in mining in Western Australia in: Environmental approvals, impact assessment and strategy; and/or Closure planning/execution, progressive rehabilitation and strategy
• Strong understanding of relevant WA environmental legislation, policies and regulatory frameworks
• Experience managing projects, budgets and client relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and commitment to technical excellence

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia. 

Location: Newcastle and Brisbane

Umwelt is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Flood Modeller to join our team, as we continue to grow and expand our Water Services group.

About the Role

This role will see you independently delivering high quality surface water assessments and flood modelling, while driving continuous improvement of processes and systems in collaboration with the Surface Water Lead and Water Services Manager.

As a principal member of the team, you will be responsible for delivering technical work to scope, schedule, and budget, strengthening client relationships, identifying new project opportunities and building your professional standing in the industry. You will also play a key role in supporting and mentoring junior modellers, helping them develop their skills and capabilities, while effectively managing projects, budgets, timeframes, and resources to ensure successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership through the delivery of flood/surface water modelling projects, and support the growth and success of water modelling
• Eagerness to innovate and establish efficient and effective modelling systems and processes in collaboration with the groundwater modelling team
• Demonstrate and deliver on technically accurate flood/surface water modelling, analysis and reporting
• Prepare high quality technical work as per the scope and timeframes, as well as developing innovative solutions for clients
• Manage projects from proposal to delivery, including team coordination, client relationships, and oversight of scope, budget, and schedules
• Provide positive leadership and guidance to junior staff, fostering a collaborative, productive and fun work environment

About You:

• Degree qualifications in Engineering or a similar degree
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in water/environmental consulting
• Expertise with water modelling software (i.e. WBNM, XP-Rafts, RORB, URBS, Tuflow, HEC-RAS) and application of ARR (Australian Rainfall and Runoff) 2019
• Experience in visualisation and GIS software (i.e. GlobalMapper, AutoCAD, QGIS, ArcGIS)
• Preferred NER (National Engineers Register), Registered Professional Engineer (RPEQ) or working towards obtaining these registrations
• Strong leadership with a people focus, thriving in a fun, friendly environment that values work-life balance, while delivering innovative, high-quality technical work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving, and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Extensive knowledge and experience within the hydrologic technical field
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced consulting environment

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.

Location: Newcastle or Brisbane

Now is an exciting time to join Umwelt and be an integral part of the journey, as we expand the Water Services group, which includes integrated groundwater and surface water technical services.

Umwelt is looking to appoint an experienced Principal Hydrogeologist to join our team, as we continue to grow and expand our Water Services group.

About the Role

As a Principal Hydrogeologist, you will play a pivotal role in leading groundwater projects, offering expert guidance on the broad range of hydrogeological work, from field testing to groundwater impact assessments. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, oversee data collection and analysis, and provide strategic advice to clients on groundwater sustainability and regulatory compliance. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys guiding junior staff, can prioritise tasks and find innovative solutions to help address technical or project challenges, and thrives on delivering great technical work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership through the delivery of groundwater projects, and support the growth and success of the groundwater team
• Contribute to business development activities and continual improvement
• Demonstrate and deliver on technically accurate groundwater data analysis and reporting
• Lead small to large-scale projects, from proposal to completion, building strong client relationships and communication
• Work across a broad range of project types, from water/groundwater management plans, compliance reporting, trigger or water supply/security investigations, ecohydrological assessments, impact assessments and mine closure studies
• Provide expert advice on groundwater/water issues, regulations, and best practices
• Collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, and other technical disciplines (i.e. ecology, social, cultural heritage and spatial analysis) to develop innovative and tailored solutions
• Provide positive leadership and guidance to junior staff, fostering a collaborative, productive and fun work environment

About You:

• Degree qualifications in Hydrogeology, Engineering, Geology or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in water/environmental consulting
• Sound capabilities in managing hydrogeological projects
• Familiarity with numerical groundwater modelling preferred by not essential
• Strong leadership with a people focus, thriving in a fun, friendly environment that values work-life balance, while delivering innovative, high-quality technical work
• Strong analytical and problem-solving, and project management skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely
• Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced consulting environment

Join the Team 

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.

Location: Brisbane

Our national biodiversity team is known for our wide ranging and extensive technical expertise and our robust biodiversity assessments. Our services are in high demand and continue to grow on the back of new and exciting projects, including within the renewable energy, infrastructure and resource sectors. At all times, our goal is to use our expertise to provide specialist advice to balance development, impact avoidance and offsetting results that achieve the best possible environmental outcome.

About the Role

Our ideal candidate is an experienced Senior Ecologist with strong skills in ecological surveys, assessments, and reporting. You will be passionate about fieldwork and committed to delivering high quality outcomes. Umwelt offers opportunities to grow your technical expertise, flexible working arrangements and recognition for your contributions within our supportive and collaborative teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and deliver ecological assessments, surveys and reporting across a range of projects
• Manage project timelines, budgets and client relationships to ensure successful outcomes
• Provide technical expertise in either flora, fauna and habitat assessments, including regulatory approvals
• Mentor and support junior ecologists, fostering team capability and development
• Oversee field programs, including planning, logistics, and site based risk assessments
• Contribute to business development through proposal writing, client engagement and networking

About You

We are looking for an experienced Senior Ecologist who has the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, botany, zoology, environmental science
• 6+ years relevant experience
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and environmental policies
• Terrestrial flora and/or fauna survey experience, including the capacity to plan surveys and coordinate field teams
• Demonstrated experience in project managing medium and large-scale development and/or biodiversity projects
• Experienced in developing and maintaining positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including clients, government agencies and fellow team members
• Demonstrated experience in the collection and interpretation of ecological and spatial data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including experience in preparing and reviewing reports – with a willingness to take responsibility for delivery of reports to final quality
• Highly motivated with a strong team commitment
• Be willing to work flexible hours and travel for work

Join the Team 

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia

Location: Sydney

About the Opportunity

As a Principal Ecologist / Team Leader, you will spearhead our ecological initiatives, providing leadership and technical expertise to guide projects from inception to completion. With a focus on innovation and excellence, you will lead by example, using your technical skill sets to manage and mentor staff and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Your role will involve a variety of field and office-based activities, with the opportunity to travel across the nation as a member of a truly national team. You will be responsible for the delivery of field survey programs, often on logistically complex and remote sites, and the preparation of high-quality deliverables. Your role will also involve cultivating client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and contributing to the growth and success of our consultancy firm. You will be willing to play a key role in the development and implementation of the growth strategy for the ecology workstream in NSW.

Key Requirements and Responsibilities:

• 10+ years of relevant ecological experience
• Degree qualified in ecology, environmental science, zoology, botany or a related discipline
• Accreditation under the NSW Biodiversity Offset Scheme is highly desirable
• Demonstrated experience in managing medium and large-scale ecological assessment and management projects
• Provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues, leveraging emotional intelligence and pragmatic attitudes.
• Lead and support your team to lead proposal preparation within your relevant work area
• Experienced in developing and maintaining positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including clients, government agencies and fellow team members
• Proven track record of leading ecological assessments, habitat surveys, and impact analyses
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and environmental policies
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including experience in preparing and reviewing reports. Willingness to take responsibility for delivery of reports to final quality
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences, which include clients, government agencies and internal staff
• Demonstrate leadership abilities, including project management and team coordination
• Current Australian driver’s license

Join the Team 

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.

Location: Newcastle

We are seeking expressions of interest from Field Ecologists wanting to start or further their career in ecological consulting. Be a part of a supportive, skilled, and growing team!

The biodiversity sector continues to grow on the back of new and exciting projects in Umwelt’s portfolio as NSW shifts into a renewable energy future and seeks to balance development with strategic conservation and offsetting outcomes. This growth brings with it amazing opportunity for a passionate early carer ecologist to join a team with secure workflow and incredible project variety. To support our growth, and to deliver on our vision to make a difference, we are seeking Field Ecologists who are looking to start or progress their career in ecological consulting with our NSW ecology team. Our ideal candidate is a graduate that has some prior experience in conducting ecological field work and is motivated to be mobile and develop their technical skills in vegetation and flora identification and targeted species surveys. The successful applicant will strive for quality outcomes, technical excellence and effective communication in a team.

While this opportunity is for a primarily field-based role, the nature of our work is varied and adaptable and Umwelt will support your progression into reporting, project management and technical expertise as your career evolves.

Please note – whilst this role is advertised in Newcastle, we would also consider applications from individuals located in Sydney and Canberra.

About you

We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic Field Ecologists who meet the following criteria:

• A degree/post-graduate qualification in environmental science, botany, zoology environmental science (or similar)
• A strong desire to work flexible hours and travel for ecological fieldwork including possible trips of extended duration (one week or greater) in rural or remote regions
• Experience in undertaking ecological surveys and a demonstrated passion for flora and/or fauna
• Prior experience or knowledge of NSW Plant Community Types will be highly regarded
• Experience in developing and maintaining positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including peers, clients, and government agencies
• Ability to work in a professional team as well as autonomously
• Capability to effectively communicate with team members
• Experience in GIS and electronic data capture
• Appreciation of the importance of WHS matters

Join the team

If you believe you meet the criteria, please apply via the link. Your application should include a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the above essential criteria and your CV outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have unrestricted legal work rights to work in Australia.

Location: Sydney and Newcastle, NSW

This is a great opportunity for a Senior Ecologist to join our team due to the strong growth & forward pipeline of work for our business. Be a part of a supportive, skilled, and growing team!

Our biodiversity services continue to grow on the back of new and exciting Projects, including within the renewable energy, Defence, infrastructure, and resource sectors. To support this growth, we are seeking a Senior Ecologist who is looking to progress their career in ecological consulting, with our Sydney ecology team. Our ideal candidate would have previous experience as an ecological consultant, would enjoy dealing with clients and managing projects, and would have sound ecological survey, reporting and assessment skills. You would have a passion for field work and a drive for delivering high quality outcomes. At a national level, you would participate or drive technical working groups and contribute to the delivery of ecological field programs and reporting.

As a Senior Ecologist, you will work closely with our NSW Ecology Manager and other key personnel to deliver quality project outcomes.

About you

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Senior Ecologist with approximately 5+ years of experience (or similar) who has:

• A degree/post graduate qualification in environmental science, botany, zoology, environmental science (or similar)
• Terrestrial flora survey experience and strong botanical identification skills, including the capacity to plan surveys and coordinate field teams, is desirable
• Prior experience and demonstrated knowledge of NSW Plant Community Types is highly regarded
• A willingness to support the team on all ecological survey types, including fauna surveys
• Demonstrated experience in planning and management of ecological surveys for large scale development or environmental offsetting projects
• Project management skills will be highly regarded
• An ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including clients and government agencies, as well as other staff
• Demonstrated experience in the collection and interpretation of ecological and spatial data
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including experience in preparing and reviewing reports. Willingness to take responsibility for delivery of reports to final quality
• A high level of motivation and self-direction
• Be willing to work flexible hours and travel for work

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link. Your application should include a Cover Letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your Resume outlining your previous experience.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.