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Salary- Diverse and interesting projects including renewables/ethical client base
- Hybrid work environment with attractive benefits and professional development opportunities
- Based in Townsville
Delivering exceptional outcomes starts with having exceptional people.
For more than 70 years, SMEC has built a reputation as a trusted partner on major transport and energy infrastructure projects around the world. We are currently supporting the delivery of transformation solar, hydropower, rail and road projects around the nation. We challenge boundaries to deliver sustainable solutions that help to connect, move and power people and communities.
The Role
We are looking for an Associate Environmental Scientist in Townsville to join our team! You will work closely with our Queensland/Northern Territory team to build a team in Townsville and increase our environmental capabilities in Far North Queensland. We are a large multidisciplinary company with iconic projects across renewables, environmental studies, dam and hydropower, solar power projects, energy transition and inland rail.
Due to continued business growth and the award of new projects in the Townsville area we are seeking and Associate Environmental Scientist with a minimum of 7 years’ experience. You will assist in delivering complex environmental planning and assessment projects with key clients across Far North Queensland.
- A degree or post graduate degree in Environmental Science, Planning or Natural Resources Management
- 7+ years post graduate experience in an environment role, preferably with demonstrated experience in environmental impact assessments, preparation of management plans and approvals
- Experience in renewables, transport or water (ideally gaining within consultancy)
- Excellent reporting and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment with well-developed interpersonal skills
- Strong technical aptitude and project management skills
- Ability to develop and maintain positive client relationships
- Flexible work arrangement to support work/life balance
- Ethical client base
- Opportunity to work alongside and be mentored by industry leaders
- Professional Development Programs from graduates to leaders through mixture of inhouse programs and external courses as well as tertiary education financial assistance
- Dynamic career pathways and opportunities to work on projects nationally and internationally
- Purchased additional annual leave
- Generous paid parental leave (primary and secondary)
- Wellbeing benefits
SMEC is proud to have been recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) in Australia as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. This citation recognises our active and ongoing commitment to achieving gender equality across our business, and recently we have worked to drive key improvements in flexible work practices, parental leave policies and learning and development programs.
We recognise the value and importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace and look for people with different backgrounds, skills and expertise to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.
How to apply
All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Helen Kruimel, helen.kruimel@smec.com or phone on 0460 410 225
All recruitment activities go through our Recruitment & Talent function and currently, this role doesn’t require agency input. Please do not forward resumes directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
