Principal Environmental Consultant - Contaminated Land

You’ll be instrumental in establishing and growing the CLM capability in Queensland, with a focus on both technical delivery and business development. This position suits someone who is commercially astute, technically confident, and motivated by the opportunity to build and mentor a team in a growth phase.

• Provide guidance on waste classification and disposal
• Work on diverse and technically challenging projects across multiple sectors
• Lead and manage Preliminary and Detailed Site Investigations (PSI/DSI)
• Conduct soil, groundwater, and vapour assessments
• Develop Remediation Action Plans (RAPs) and Site Management Plans (SMPs)
• Mentor and develop junior consultants, fostering a culture of collaboration and quality
• Undertake human health and ecological risk assessments
• Shape the development of a new Contaminated Land team in Queensland
• Prepare and review technical reports aligned with NEPM and state regulatory frameworks
• Liaise with clients, regulators, auditors, and project stakeholders
• Contribute to business development, identifying opportunities and expanding client relationships

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Principal Consultant (Contaminated Land Management) to take a leading role in developing and delivering contaminated land projects across infrastructure, industrial, and resource sectors.

You are an experienced and driven environmental professional who enjoys balancing hands-on project delivery with leadership and business growth. You thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are looking for a role where your input genuinely shapes the direction of the business.

• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel occasionally to regional or remote sites
• Solid knowledge of QLD EPA requirements and NEPM / ASC NEPM frameworks
• Excellent reporting, analytical, and client communication skills
• Experience mentoring or managing junior staff
• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Geology, Environmental Engineering, Hydrogeology, or similar
• Proven experience leading complex CLM projects
• Professional accreditation (or working towards) such as CEnvP Site Contamination Specialist or CPEng

They are known for their supportive, collaborative culture, flexibility, and commitment to safety and sustainability. You’ll join a growing team with a national footprint and a genuine focus on professional development, innovation, and quality client outcomes.

• Be part of a growing environmental division with genuine leadership opportunity
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a supportive culture that values work-life balance
• Access career progression pathways and ongoing professional development