Air Quality Scientist/Engineer at Rwdi in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | AUD100,000-140,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

client consultation

technical leadership

air quality

data modelling

technical reporting

project planning

Consulting with and answering technical questions from clients, project managers, and colleagues
Assisting with the preparation of proposals
Providing technical leadership to improve technical capability and capacity
Conducting air quality assessments for a range of sectors (industry, buildings, infrastructure and transport) throughout Australia
Assisting in business development initiatives to support the air quality team
Taking a lead technical role in internal and external project teams to ensure technical excellence and quality of analysis and reporting
Supervising and assigning data collection, modelling, post-processing, analysis, interpretation, and documentation of technical results
Contributing to RWDI’s global air quality practice initiatives and strategies, and sharing experiences and knowledge with internationally based colleagues
Planning and coordinating technical aspects of projects
Writing technical reports;

Requirements

dispersion modelling

python

gis

post‑graduate

leadership

regulatory knowledge

Proven ability to act as the technical liaison between internal project teams, external clients, and regulators
Aptitude for practical problem-solving and shrewd judgement Drive to continuously improve processes and enhance efficiency Aptitude for creating, and contributing to, technical innovation Ability to travel occasionally
Demonstrated experience in leading air quality projects in NSW and/or QLD
Post-graduate degree or doctorate in subjects relevant to the role
Proven expertise in air quality dispersion modelling (including CALPUFF and AERMOD; GRAL an asset) and meteorological modelling (including TAPM and CALMET; WRF an asset)
current regulatory/planning framework/technical guidance in other Australian jurisdictions
Bachelor’s degree, in applicable engineering or science disciplines.
Proven organisational capability, decision making and coordination skills while working on a number of projects Demonstrated initiative, independent problem-solving methods/capabilities
An eye for detail and an innate desire to get things right Persistence to see a job through to conclusion
Working knowledge of programming, for example Python, R, Linux
Professional qualification (e.g. CAQP, CPeng,..)
Demonstrated leadership/mentoring success
Membership and participation in air quality associations (e.g. CASANZ) and conferences
Thorough knowledge of a variety of engineering analytical tools, GIS (QGIIS) , experience of ERP systems, and MS Word, MS Excel and MS Powerpoint
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong people and team skills
Full understanding of the current regulatory/planning framework/technical guidance in NSW and/or QLD for air quality assessments

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

4 Decades of Expertise

Founding Year

The firm was established in 1972, laying the foundation for its technical expertise and global influence.

$100M+ Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over US $100 million annually through premium climate-performance engineering services.

Evolved into a global engineering innovator, driven by deep technical expertise.
Headquartered in Guelph, Canada, with global expansion across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Employs proprietary tools like CFD, boundary-layer wind tunnels, and platforms such as Orbital Stack.
Consulted on iconic projects like Wind-gate, SkyDome, Burj Khalifa, Taipei 101, and the Freedom Tower.
Offers consulting in climate engineering, environmental noise/air-quality modelling, building science, acoustics, and geoscience.
Incubated spin-outs including Motioneering, Orbital Stack, ClimateFirst, and ParticleOne.
Known for an entrepreneurial culture combining startup agility with multi-decade technical rigor.

Culture + Values

We embrace creativity and the application of cutting-edge technology to solve complex challenges.
We value the contributions of all employees and work together to deliver the best solutions for our clients.
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our professional and personal actions.
We strive for superior performance in all aspects of our work, from technical execution to client service.
We are committed to understanding and addressing the unique needs of each client.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-zero commitment

Aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

Actively integrates environmental sustainability into its projects and internal operations.
Implemented measures to reduce the environmental footprint of its offices and facilities.
Works with clients to incorporate energy-efficient and sustainable solutions in building design and infrastructure projects.
Utilizes advanced modeling tools to support the optimization of building performance and energy use.

Inclusion & Diversity

They have established clear diversity and inclusion goals to improve representation and opportunities for underrepresented groups.
They regularly track and report gender diversity in their workforce, aiming for balanced gender representation.
They offer mentorship and leadership development programs to support women and other underrepresented groups.

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Role

Description

client consultation

technical leadership

air quality

data modelling

technical reporting

project planning

Consulting with and answering technical questions from clients, project managers, and colleagues
Assisting with the preparation of proposals
Providing technical leadership to improve technical capability and capacity
Conducting air quality assessments for a range of sectors (industry, buildings, infrastructure and transport) throughout Australia
Assisting in business development initiatives to support the air quality team
Taking a lead technical role in internal and external project teams to ensure technical excellence and quality of analysis and reporting
Supervising and assigning data collection, modelling, post-processing, analysis, interpretation, and documentation of technical results
Contributing to RWDI’s global air quality practice initiatives and strategies, and sharing experiences and knowledge with internationally based colleagues
Planning and coordinating technical aspects of projects
Writing technical reports;

Requirements

dispersion modelling

python

gis

post‑graduate

leadership

regulatory knowledge

Proven ability to act as the technical liaison between internal project teams, external clients, and regulators
Aptitude for practical problem-solving and shrewd judgement Drive to continuously improve processes and enhance efficiency Aptitude for creating, and contributing to, technical innovation Ability to travel occasionally
Demonstrated experience in leading air quality projects in NSW and/or QLD
Post-graduate degree or doctorate in subjects relevant to the role
Proven expertise in air quality dispersion modelling (including CALPUFF and AERMOD; GRAL an asset) and meteorological modelling (including TAPM and CALMET; WRF an asset)
current regulatory/planning framework/technical guidance in other Australian jurisdictions
Bachelor’s degree, in applicable engineering or science disciplines.
Proven organisational capability, decision making and coordination skills while working on a number of projects Demonstrated initiative, independent problem-solving methods/capabilities
An eye for detail and an innate desire to get things right Persistence to see a job through to conclusion
Working knowledge of programming, for example Python, R, Linux
Professional qualification (e.g. CAQP, CPeng,..)
Demonstrated leadership/mentoring success
Membership and participation in air quality associations (e.g. CASANZ) and conferences
Thorough knowledge of a variety of engineering analytical tools, GIS (QGIIS) , experience of ERP systems, and MS Word, MS Excel and MS Powerpoint
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong people and team skills
Full understanding of the current regulatory/planning framework/technical guidance in NSW and/or QLD for air quality assessments

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

4 Decades of Expertise

Founding Year

The firm was established in 1972, laying the foundation for its technical expertise and global influence.

$100M+ Revenue

Annual Revenue

The company generates over US $100 million annually through premium climate-performance engineering services.

Evolved into a global engineering innovator, driven by deep technical expertise.
Headquartered in Guelph, Canada, with global expansion across North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia.
Employs proprietary tools like CFD, boundary-layer wind tunnels, and platforms such as Orbital Stack.
Consulted on iconic projects like Wind-gate, SkyDome, Burj Khalifa, Taipei 101, and the Freedom Tower.
Offers consulting in climate engineering, environmental noise/air-quality modelling, building science, acoustics, and geoscience.
Incubated spin-outs including Motioneering, Orbital Stack, ClimateFirst, and ParticleOne.
Known for an entrepreneurial culture combining startup agility with multi-decade technical rigor.

Culture + Values

We embrace creativity and the application of cutting-edge technology to solve complex challenges.
We value the contributions of all employees and work together to deliver the best solutions for our clients.
We uphold the highest ethical standards in all our professional and personal actions.
We strive for superior performance in all aspects of our work, from technical execution to client service.
We are committed to understanding and addressing the unique needs of each client.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net-zero commitment

Aims to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

Actively integrates environmental sustainability into its projects and internal operations.
Implemented measures to reduce the environmental footprint of its offices and facilities.
Works with clients to incorporate energy-efficient and sustainable solutions in building design and infrastructure projects.
Utilizes advanced modeling tools to support the optimization of building performance and energy use.

Inclusion & Diversity

They have established clear diversity and inclusion goals to improve representation and opportunities for underrepresented groups.
They regularly track and report gender diversity in their workforce, aiming for balanced gender representation.
They offer mentorship and leadership development programs to support women and other underrepresented groups.

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