Senior Environmental Scientist

• Deliver environmental assessments and approvals that enable our capital program  
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, to support business needs across the asset value chain 
• Parramatta location, permanent role, hybrid work arrangements 

 What will you be doing? 

This is a great opportunity for a Senior Environmental Scientist to join a high-performing, collaborative team. You will deliver environmental planning, assessment and approvals across the breadth of our capital program. Your professional expertise will support business needs across the asset value chain (regulation, strategy, planning, design and delivery). 

• Responsibilities include but are not limited to:   
• Undertake environmental planning, establish approval pathways and prepare assessments. 
• Secure appropriate environmental approvals, licences and permits. 
• Scope, engage and manage the application of specialist technical expertise. 
• Provide risk tailored environmental advice for project teams and senior management. 
• Apply innovation, continual improvement and knowledge sharing to ensure quality and gain efficiencies. 

What’s in it for you  

• Flexible/Hybrid working   
• Use of vehicle for work purposes as required 
• Parking options available  
• Childcare allowances  
• Up to 18 weeks’ Parental leave  
• Novated lease options  
• Fitness Passport offering access to hundreds of gyms and pools around NSW  
• Flu vaccinations and discounted options on health insurance membership providers  

Department Overview: Sydney Water’s Engineering and Technical Support group provides technical expertise, design and engineering services to the business. The group focuses on the management and delivery of: 

• modelling and asset analytics 
• concept designs 
• asset data management  
• specialist engineering expertise 
• environment and heritage expertise 
• implementation of asset information 

Who are we looking for?  

You have a passion for the environment, and you enjoy working with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including Project Managers and regulators. You have the ability and desire to resolve environmental issues for a diversity of infrastructure projects. You are comfortable coordinating and mentoring other team members. You enjoy working with a diverse range of stakeholders and being in a team that minimises environmental impacts and enables our capital program delivery.   

You will have: 

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science/Environmental Management (or other relevant discipline) and at least 7 years’ experience in a relevant role 
• Proven experience in environmental planning, environmental impact assessment and environmental approvals for infrastructure development projects 
• Proficient identification and implementation of strategies to manage environmental issues in the planning, delivery and/or operation of large civil engineering projects 
• Understanding and experience with major water or other similar infrastructure utility. 

Does this sound like you? Apply now! 

We support you through the application process and can modify as needed – let us know what you need.   

Closing date: Friday 12th January 2024 

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.   

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information, you can contact ***********@sydneywater.com.au  

Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process.  

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process. 

We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.  

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