Senior Environmental Scientist / Engineer (Contaminated Site Remediation)

What if you could shape built and natural environments, and the future of those that use them?With us, you can.We are currently seeking to appoint the next great Senior Consultant to Principal level hire.The role will be primarily based in our Brisbane office with the option to work from home 2 days per week, when you're not required on site. We're also open to having someone based in the Gold Coast.Our specialist Remediation team provides advice in the design and implementation of solutions that minimise cost and liabilities to our clients while improving environmental conditions.We have a strong pipeline of long-term remediation projects in the downstream and upstream Oil and Gas, transport, manufacturing and brownfield industrial sectors, including environmental data gap assessment, portfolio assessment and advisory, risk assessment and mitigation, and remediation planning, solution evaluation and implementation.Your focus will be to drive technical excellence, commercial performance, innovation, and client satisfaction while contributing to a culture of continuous growth and development within our team.Day to day, you will:

• Review and quality control pre-divestment environmental site assessments, including all aspects of environmental investigation of soil, groundwater, soil vapour, ambient air, sediment and surface water data
• In the role of Principal Contractor, supervise specialist contractors on remediation sites and ensure safe, compliant and quality field work
• Prepare technical reports (e.g. Validation ESA's, RAPs etc.)
• Develop remediation measures with support from industry-leading technical specialists and an EPA Accredited Site Auditor
• Scope projects and guide junior staff through the selection, design, installation and evaluation of remediation solutions
• Foster strong client relationships
• Commercial management of projects
• Development of local team

About youYou're enthusiastic, reliable, great at building collaborative working relationships and you're keen to take the next step up in your career.You will typically have 7-20 years of experience in delivering substantial projects.We specifically seek individuals with:

• Solid understanding of soil and groundwater contaminants, as well as remediation strategies
• An understanding of the obligations associated with the role of Principal Contractor under WHS Regulations
• Broad knowledge of contaminated land site sampling technique, investigation methodologies and remediation technologies for groundwater, soil and gas
• Tertiary qualifications in environmental engineering or science, geology or related
• A current Australian Driver's License
• Understanding of local regulations pertaining to the management of Contaminated Sites
• A desire to mentor and train junior staff and grow local business

About WSPWSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services firms, bringing together approximately 6,000 talented people across 15 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.At WSP, we want you to 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.To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we've designed to help you thrive, go to our page.Think this could be the opportunity for you? Apply now to begin your journey with WSP.WSP. With us, you can.#LIWSP