Wsp
WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Senior Environmental Scientist
Environmental scientist conducting contaminated site investigations, reporting, and data analysis
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Develop interpretive or factual reports for statutory authorities. • Scope and conduct contaminated site investigations. • Perform site walkovers and collect soil, gas, and groundwater samples; install monitoring wells; manage asbestos in soil. • Collaborate effectively with individuals at all organisational levels, both internal and external. • Prioritise conflicting demands, meet deadlines, and see responsibilities through to completion. • Work collaboratively within matrix‑type team structures. • Use EQuIS, EnviroInsite, RBCA Toolkit, and similar software. • Apply GIS tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS. • Produce professional reports in MS Word and presentations in MS PowerPoint. • Analyse and visualise data using R, Microsoft Excel, PowerBI, and related tools. • Develop code or scripts in VBA, Python, SQL, JavaScript, or similar languages.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸site investigation
- ▸sampling
- ▸gis mapping
- ▸data analysis
- ▸scripting
- ▸report writing
What You Bring
• Understand international contaminated land guidelines and New Zealand legislation such as NESCS. • Demonstrate strong data management, analytical skills, and attention to detail. • Adapt to change and ambiguity while delivering results aligned with strategic priorities. • Communicate ideas and advice clearly to diverse audiences. • Exhibit exceptional oral and report‑writing abilities.
Requirements
- ▸nescs
- ▸data management
- ▸analytical
- ▸adaptability
- ▸communication
- ▸report writing
Benefits
Working at WSP offers access to global scale, landmark projects, and connections with leading minds in the field, enabling individuals to do the best work of their lives. The environment celebrates new ideas, diverse perspectives, and personal career pathways. The Hybrid Working Module provides a flexible, agile yet structured environment that balances collaboration, product quality, and cultural integrity. It supports community engagement, productivity, and efficiency through a blended work model.
Work Environment
Field