AddressAbout the Company
Douglas Partners Pty Ltd is an industry-leading geotechnical, environmental and groundwater consulting firm employing over 600 people throughout 19 offices across Australia.
A work culture that is empowering, supportive and inclusive where people matter most!
Visit our website to learn more at www.douglaspartners.com.au
About the Role
Our Perth office is seeking a motivated Environmental Engineer / Scientist who ideally has at least 1- 3 years' experience in contaminated land to join the team. This is a great opportunity to work and make a difference in a unique part of Australia, while building technical knowledge in a variety of fields.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Undertake and assist senior staff on investigations for contaminated sites, groundwater, asbestos, site remediation, acid sulfate soils assessments and waste classification;
- Carry out field investigation works including soil, groundwater, surface water, over-water sediment sampling in connection with site assessments;
- Manage a variety of subcontractors such as drilling rigs, excavators, service locators and traffic control crews to complete the work within allotted timeframes;
- Log the subsurface and contamination conditions whilst undertaking field work;
- Understand and apply relevant WA and Australian guidelines for contamination assessment and remediation;
- Adhere to relevant Work Health and Safety requirements; and
- Prepare proposals and write reports for site investigations and inspections.
What's in it for you
- Gain experience in all sectors of the business;
- Coaching and mentoring from some of the industry’s top leaders;
- Further educational support for tuition fees and study leave;
- Professional bonuses for industry accreditations;
- Opportunities to work across Australia (we have 20 offices in both regional and metropolitan locations!);
- Company provided phone and laptop;
- Flexible work arrangements;
- Enhanced leave and superannuation after milestones;
- Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing;
- Discount offers on your shopping through our Douglas Good Deals.
About the Candidate
- Ideally, 1 -3 years' professional experience as an Environmental Engineer or Scientist with experience in contaminated land management including site investigations and remediation;
- Achieved a Bachelor of Engineer (BE) or Environmental Science (BSc) degree;
- Practically minded and enjoy outdoor work;
- Must hold a current valid full driver licence class C (manual licence highly regarded);
- Ability to work in a team-based environment;
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, contractors and auditors;
- Excellent writing skills;
- Proven problem solving and pattern recognition skills;
- High level of computer skills;
- High commitment to safety;
Application should include
- a brief cover letter demonstrating how you would fulfil this role;
- a resume and any work experience references; and
- a copy of university transcript.
This position is available to Australian citizens or permanent residents.
(Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted)
