Principal or Senior Environmental Scientist/Engineer (Contaminated Land)

About the role

We are currently seeking a Senior or Principal level Environmental Scientist, Contaminated Land to join our Geosciences team in WA. You will provide strategic and practical solutions to clients with environmental management challenges and will be responsible for working in and building the contaminated land stream. This will include actively pursuing contaminated land and waste management projects and contributing to the overall strategic goals of the business unit.

This role is based in our Perth office. We offer flexibility such as work from home, staggered hours as well as additional Purchased Leave options to balance your career and family life. Our supportive work environment allows you to tailor your career path ensuring planned investment into your training and development as well as access to long term career opportunities.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Undertaking preliminary and detailed contaminated land assessments, preparing site management plans and remediation action plans
• Conducting investigations including soil, vapour, surface water, wastewater and groundwater assessments
• Preparation and negotiation of bids and fee proposals
• Initiate, plan, lead and execute complex contaminated land/waste projects
• Providing mentoring and technical oversight to the contaminated land/waste team
• Engaging with clients and other disciplinary teams to determine innovative solutions to complex environmental problems
• Provision of commercial oversight to projects to ensure favourable financial results.

To be successful for this role you'll need:

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science/Engineering, Hydrogeology or Geology
• Experience in contaminated land with exposure to a wide range of environmental and engineering situations
• Demonstrated experience in site supervision, managing site investigations and various sampling methods including soil and groundwater
• Knowledge of environmental drawing techniques, field work assignment methodologies and processes
• Knowledge of NEPM as well as health & safety best practice principles
• Strong knowledge of the contaminated land provisions within WA planning and environmental legislation
• Well-developed report writing skills
• Strong business acumen to manage projects commercially and to create meaningful relationships with clients
• Demonstrated experience in use of relevant software e.g Tuflow
• Valid/current driver’s licence and the ability to travel to sites for field work

This position includes both office and field work and applicants must be physically able to stand and work in the field.

What we offer

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

·         Flexible Working Arrangements including purchasing up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.

·         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 Memberships

·         Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

·         Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

·         Service Recognition Awards

·         Employee Assistance Program

About us

The Stantec community unites over 30,000 employees working in over 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. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply

If you are keen for a new opportunity and ready to make a difference, we welcome your interest in our team! Submit your application online using the link provided.

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