Senior Environmental Scientist at Core Environmental Projects in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

scope prep

project planning

risk management

project delivery

safety management

team leadership

This is a senior leadership position that will see you managing multidisciplinary teams, building long-term client partnerships, and driving business growth through technical excellence and project delivery. You’ll work with autonomy and influence, supported by a collaborative team culture that values initiative, accountability, and professional integrity.

Prepare and review scopes, proposals, and technical reports that meet or exceed client expectations.
Oversee project planning, financials, and risk management to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes.
Lead the end-to-end delivery of environmental projects, ensuring quality, safety, and commercial success.
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and accountability in every project.
Manage multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior and senior consultants to support career development and technical capability.
Act as a trusted client advisor, maintaining strong professional relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.

Requirements

environmental science

landfill gas

australian standards

client engagement

leadership

10+ years

Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geoscience, or a related discipline.
Experience in landfill gas mitigation or remediation projects will be highly regarded.
Demonstrated understanding of Australian Standards, legislation, and environmental compliance frameworks.
Excellent client engagement and communication skills, with confidence liaising with regulators and contractors.
Strong leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to manage and inspire a multidisciplinary team.
8 to 10+ years’ experience in environmental consulting, ideally from a well-regarded consultancy.
Proven ability to independently manage complex projects across contaminated land and/or construction environments.

Benefits

We believe in more than just a job - we offer a place to grow, connect, and make a real impact.

Live Well: We get that life isn’t all about work. That’s why we offer flexibility, team social events, rostered days off, benefits, and a team that supports you every step of the way.
Grow With Us: Your development matters. We invest in your skills, support your career goals, and back you with opportunities to take on meaningful, challenging projects.

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

AU$800K Saved

Client Cost Savings

One project reduced costs for a client by AU$800,000 through innovative solutions.

Founded 2018

Year Established

The company was established in 2018 as an Australian-owned consultancy specializing in site rehabilitation.

They combine science, engineering and design to investigate, assess, plan and deliver remediation, gas and vapour mitigation systems.
Typical work includes landfill gas risk assessments, soil vapour extraction, sub-slab depressurisation and biofilter installations.
They offer integrated services: environmental assessments, engineering & design, remediation & construction, biogas systems and technical consulting.
Specialist sectors served include property, government, energy, waste and construction markets.
Projects range from residential basement vapour protection to large-scale landfill interception systems.
They’ve tackled unusual challenges like mercury spill clean-ups, basement waterproofing over hydrocarbon plumes, and landfill conversion to public spaces.
Core‑EP often bundles design and construction in single contracts, simplifying delivery and improving quality assurance.

Culture + Values

Technical excellence in environmental fields
Purpose-driven services crafted in the best interest of each client’s short- and long-term objectives
Integrate traditional science and engineering expertise with cutting edge technology and innovative ideas
Customised, science-based approaches grounded in rigorous methods, legislative adherence, best practice and risk management

Environment + Sustainability

200,000 native plants

Ecosystem Restoration Initiative

Restoration of Edgars Creek through extensive planting of native species to enhance biodiversity and ecological health.

30% water reduction

Water Conservation Goal

Targeted reduction in potable water usage as part of sustainable urban development practices.

Specialise in contaminated land management, waste management, remediation, environmental management plans and environmental assessments
Adopt site-specific, science-underpinned approaches meeting engineering, legislative and risk-assessment standards
On New Epping project: residential community will be net zero in operation, maximising renewable energy generation and storage while eliminating operational carbon
Provide biogas and leachate management systems manufactured to highest standards
Deliver environmental monitoring services (groundwater, surface water, leachate and landfill gas) and EPA compliance through rehabilitation, engineered design and after-care management

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Case Studies

Engineering & Design

About Us

Role

Description

scope prep

project planning

risk management

project delivery

safety management

team leadership

Prepare and review scopes, proposals, and technical reports that meet or exceed client expectations.
Oversee project planning, financials, and risk management to ensure consistent, high-quality outcomes.
Lead the end-to-end delivery of environmental projects, ensuring quality, safety, and commercial success.
Promote a culture of safety, quality, and accountability in every project.
Manage multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior and senior consultants to support career development and technical capability.
Act as a trusted client advisor, maintaining strong professional relationships and contributing to business development initiatives.

Requirements

environmental science

landfill gas

australian standards

client engagement

leadership

10+ years

Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Engineering, Geoscience, or a related discipline.
Experience in landfill gas mitigation or remediation projects will be highly regarded.
Demonstrated understanding of Australian Standards, legislation, and environmental compliance frameworks.
Excellent client engagement and communication skills, with confidence liaising with regulators and contractors.
Strong leadership and mentoring experience, with the ability to manage and inspire a multidisciplinary team.
8 to 10+ years’ experience in environmental consulting, ideally from a well-regarded consultancy.
Proven ability to independently manage complex projects across contaminated land and/or construction environments.

Benefits

We believe in more than just a job - we offer a place to grow, connect, and make a real impact.

Live Well: We get that life isn’t all about work. That’s why we offer flexibility, team social events, rostered days off, benefits, and a team that supports you every step of the way.
Grow With Us: Your development matters. We invest in your skills, support your career goals, and back you with opportunities to take on meaningful, challenging projects.

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

AU$800K Saved

Client Cost Savings

One project reduced costs for a client by AU$800,000 through innovative solutions.

Founded 2018

Year Established

The company was established in 2018 as an Australian-owned consultancy specializing in site rehabilitation.

They combine science, engineering and design to investigate, assess, plan and deliver remediation, gas and vapour mitigation systems.
Typical work includes landfill gas risk assessments, soil vapour extraction, sub-slab depressurisation and biofilter installations.
They offer integrated services: environmental assessments, engineering & design, remediation & construction, biogas systems and technical consulting.
Specialist sectors served include property, government, energy, waste and construction markets.
Projects range from residential basement vapour protection to large-scale landfill interception systems.
They’ve tackled unusual challenges like mercury spill clean-ups, basement waterproofing over hydrocarbon plumes, and landfill conversion to public spaces.
Core‑EP often bundles design and construction in single contracts, simplifying delivery and improving quality assurance.

Culture + Values

Technical excellence in environmental fields
Purpose-driven services crafted in the best interest of each client’s short- and long-term objectives
Integrate traditional science and engineering expertise with cutting edge technology and innovative ideas
Customised, science-based approaches grounded in rigorous methods, legislative adherence, best practice and risk management

Environment + Sustainability

200,000 native plants

Ecosystem Restoration Initiative

Restoration of Edgars Creek through extensive planting of native species to enhance biodiversity and ecological health.

30% water reduction

Water Conservation Goal

Targeted reduction in potable water usage as part of sustainable urban development practices.

Specialise in contaminated land management, waste management, remediation, environmental management plans and environmental assessments
Adopt site-specific, science-underpinned approaches meeting engineering, legislative and risk-assessment standards
On New Epping project: residential community will be net zero in operation, maximising renewable energy generation and storage while eliminating operational carbon
Provide biogas and leachate management systems manufactured to highest standards
Deliver environmental monitoring services (groundwater, surface water, leachate and landfill gas) and EPA compliance through rehabilitation, engineered design and after-care management

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Case Studies

Engineering & Design

About Us