Principal Environmental Scientist - Mine Closure & Geoscience

Are you passionate about environmental science and eager to make a significant impact on mine closure and rehabilitation projects across Australia? Join our dynamic Mine Closure Team and lead the way in transforming landscapes and restoring ecosystems!

Our Mine Closure Team comprises of experienced environmental scientists, mine closure planners and geoscientists. We manage a comprehensive pipeline of projects primarily within the Pilbara and Goldfields of Western Australia, as well as across Australia into Queensland and Victoria. We actively engage globally with Stantec mine closure and restoration experts, and locally with State Government regulators and researchers.

Due to growth, we have an opportunity available for an experienced Principal Environmental Scientist to join our team. This position is based in our Perth office, with flexible work from home options. We are interested in candidates with expertise in Mine Closure, Rehabilitation, Soil Science, Geological Science and/or Restoration Ecology to join our Mine Closure & Geoscience team to support our clients across Australia. 

Day to day tasks would involve:

·         Provide technical leadership and support to the team and broader business.

·         Managing the delivery of projects throughout the project life cycle, taking accountability for overall time, cost, and quality of delivery.

·         Prepare mine closure plans, including critical review of feasibility of implementation.

·         Develop pragmatic solutions to support clients.

·         Develop and coordinate technical studies to inform landform design, management of mine waste rock and tailings, and rehabilitation planning including analysis of soil or geochemical data.

·         Conduct site-visits to advise clients on geoscience, closure aspects, and rehabilitation planning.

·         Prepare clear, concise technical reports.

·         Identify and secure market opportunities to shape business strategies, prepare proposals, budgets, and tender documents.

·         Develop and maintain strong client relationships through the delivery of high-quality work and identifying new opportunities for collaboration.

·         Expand your knowledge across various disciplines (terrestrial ecology, mine rehabilitation, remote sensing and environmental approvals), and undertake training and development to drive your career progression.

To be successful for this role you’ll need:

·         Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Soil Science, Restoration Ecology, Geochemistry, Geology, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.

·         Professional experience relevant to the role, preferably with an environmental consultancy or mining company.

·         Working knowledge of international closure standards and guidelines as well as state-based Australian environmental legislation and policies.

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including highly developed technical reporting skills.

·         Well-developed skills in coordination of multidisciplinary studies in mine closure planning, geochemistry,  waste rock and tailings management, or landform design and rehabilitation.

·         Experience in ArcGIS will be highly regarded.

·         Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

·         A keen interest in embracing innovation to continually improve our work.

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing is ongoing.

·         Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment

·         Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave

·         Field Allowance and time in lieu program, to compensate staff for working longer hours during field surveys

·         Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning

·         Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others

·         Professional Registrations and Memberships

·         Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

·         Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

·         Service Recognition Awards

·         Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their immediate family members

·         A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables

About us

The Stantec community unites over 30,000 employees working in 450+ locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

How to apply

If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.