Junior Environmental Scientist/Engineer (Contaminated Land)

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The demand for land is rising. As greenfield sites become scarce, there is a need to rehabilitate existing sites for new uses. In dealing with the impact of site contamination while mitigating potential risks to human health and the environment, we are prioritising sustainable long-term solutions.
To support us on this journey, we're looking for a recent Graduate or an entry-level Consultant to join our Contaminated Land Management (CLM) team as an Environmental Scientist/Engineer in Adelaide. We are open to both full-time and part-time arrangements.
What you'll do
Most of your work will involve conducting fieldwork to gather environmental data across many different media types including soil, sediment, groundwater, surface water, soil vapour, ambient air, and landfill gas sampling. You will subsequently help interrogate and interpret large data sets based on information collected in the field and support development of client deliverables.
At WSP, we are committed to nurturing and developing the next generation of Changemakers through mentorship and structured development programs. This opportunity will expose you to a broad range of activities laying a strong foundation for your future career development, including:

• Interacting with clients and internal stakeholders
• Environmental monitoring and sample collection
• Managing contractors
• Analysis data and preparing technical reports
• Contributing to project planning and budget management
• Drafting project proposals

Some of the key projects/programs we're involved in:

• Transport, Property and Water clients - WSP work with several government, infrastructure and developer clients to remediate and repurpose land. This ranges from simple waste classifications to site remediation programs for a wide range of simple to recalcitrant chemicals. We work nationally and internationally to provide the best most pragmatic solutions to our clients.
• Mining/Defence clients (various) - PFAS investigations, supporting general contamination investigations and monitoring, remediation and supporting Progressive Rehabilitation and Closure Plans for mined land.
• Downstream petroleum portfolios - SA CLM services all of the major petroleum companies, providing services such as Environmental Site Assessments, routine monitoring, emergency response services, underground storage tank removal and upgrade works, remediation works and Principal Contracting roles on demolition and upgrade works for service stations, depots and refineries across SA and NT.

About you
The successful candidate will be a recent graduate or currently studying in an Environmental or Earth Science / Engineering discipline and be a passionate, curious and adaptable team player.
You will also bring the following skills and attributes:

• Some understanding of geology, chemistry, site assessment protocols, sampling and survey techniques
• You thrive in outdoor settings, demonstrate strong time management and problem solving skills
• Hold a current Australian Driver's License and are willing to undertake statewide and national travel
• You are motivated, enthusiastic, and ready and willing to embrace new challenges
• You're a team player with a passion for environmental engineering, remediation and developing solutions for land contamination.

About WSP
WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services firms, bringing together approximately 6,000 talented people across 14 offices in Australia. We are technical experts who design and provide strategic advice on sustainable solutions and engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.
As a member of WSP's 'Emerging Professionals Network', you will embrace your curiosity and work in a culture celebrating different perspectives. With access to global scale and reach, you'll connect with the brightest minds in the field to make the best work of your life.
We want here to be a place where you'll always find new ways to grow - where you'll design your own path and do what truly matters to you.
We believe that in imagining a better future for us all, you'll imagine a better future for you.
We are recognised as a GradAustralia Top 100 employer and an AAGE Top 75 graduate employer. To find out more about our Graduate Program and community click .
Think this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with WSP.
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