Principal Human Health/Ecological risk assessor
Epic Environmental
Lead high-level human health and ecological risk assessments for contaminated sites in Australia.
2 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
150 Employees
Service Specialisms
Contaminated Land Services
Ecological Services
Environmental Approvals & Management
Mine Closure & Rehabilitation
Groundwater and Surface Water
Property Due Diligence
Sector Specialisms
Mining
Oil and Gas
Construction
Property Development
Role
What you would be doing
risk assessment
data interpretation
conceptual models
criteria review
client advising
business development
- Advising clients, auditors and regulators on site management strategies
- Supporting business development and proposal writing
- Delivering detailed human health and ecological risk assessments for contaminated sites
- Mentoring and training emerging risk assessors within the team
- Interpreting toxicological, site, and exposure data to inform health/ecological risks
- Leading the development of Conceptual Site Models (CSMs) and exposure assessments
- Reviewing or preparing site-specific risk-based criteria
What you bring
nepm
crc care
enhealth
risk assessment
environmental science
multidisciplinary
- Strong technical knowledge of NEPM, CRC CARE, enHealth and relevant state-based frameworks
- Confidence working with multidisciplinary teams and clients
- Experience working on complex industrial or contaminated land sites
- Solid experience in risk assessment roles (consulting or regulator)
- Degree in Environmental Science, Toxicology, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry or similar
- Work from anywhere — Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide or remotely
- Competitive salary + tailored perks
- Leadership pathway with national visibility
- Supportive team of experts who back each other to succeed
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Company
Overview
2014
Year Founded
Established in Brisbane as a specialist consultancy focusing on environmental science and engineering.
2024
Year Acquired
Acquired by Montrose Environmental Group, expanding its global reach and capabilities.
- Operates offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Darwin, Mudgee, Geelong and Casuarina, tackling projects nationwide.
- Delivers services in environmental planning, contaminated land management, waste management and remediation, plus audits.
- Typical projects include industrial redevelopment, mine closure planning, groundwater remediation and ecological assessments.
- Sector strengths span industrial, energy, infrastructure, water resources, mining, waste management, contaminated land and ecological services.
- Boasts ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications underpinning its disciplined project delivery.
- Known for combining technical depth with client‑focused collaboration to deliver long‑term environmental outcomes.
- We are down to earth
- We create value for our client
- We embrace our differences
- We never stop learning
- We work together
- We leave a positive legacy
217 Trees
Planted for Reforestation
A meaningful contribution to offset deforestation and restore ecosystems globally.
- Carbon Neutral Partner since June 2022
- Backed by Montrose Environmental Group – global solutions driving climate impact
- Engage in innovative, science‑based environmental outcomes across projects
- Committed to delivering better environmental outcomes via challenging, rewarding projects
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