Senior Scientist - Contaminated Land

Are you based in WA or Are you looking to relocate to WA?

We are looking for an experienced Contamination Specialist to join our team in Perth. This opportunity can also be based at our Margaret River office once training is complete after the first 6 months. 

This is an opportunity to grow and develop your career whilst working with a great team of environmental engineers, scientists, geologists, hydrologists and hydrogeologists, providing Contaminated Land assessment and remediation consulting on a wide range of projects.

ABOUT THE JOB

As Scientist/Senior Scientist - Contaminated Sites Consultant, you will:

• Manage field investigation programs and review laboratory data, including tabulation and interpretation of analytical results to inform appropriate remedial and/or management requirements.
• Prepare technical reports for contamination (PSI, SAQP, DSI, RAP, SRV) and Acid Sulfate Soils (ASSDMP, Closure Reports)
• Assist in HazMat surveys and HazMat clearance inspections and develop HazMat Management Plans (HMMPs) and clearance certificates.
• Develop human health and ecological risk assessments.
• Conceive, design and manage large projects;
• Evaluate/analyse field and technical data;
• Undertake and present independent studies, analysis, interpretations, conclusions and decisions;
• Coordinate work programs and the use of project resources;
• Liaise with clients and regulators;

ABOUT YOU

The successful candidate will be tertiary qualified in Environmental / Earth Science, Chemistry, Geology or a related field who has;

• 3-10+ years' experience in Contaminated Sites / Remediation
• Experience in the assessment and remediation of contaminated sites in Australia and a sound working knowledge of NEPM 2013, HEPA 2020, DWER 2021 and DoH 2021 guidance;
• Experience of Acid Sulfate Soils;
• Experience in HazMat Audit and Removals Supervision
• Excellent report and proposal writing skills with the ability to prepare; technical reports;
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Desirable experience and qualifications:
• Certified Environmental Practitioner is desirable
• Qualifications relating to asbestos management is deemed to be favourable; CPCCBC4051A Supervise Asbestos Removal, CPCCDE3014A Remove Non-friable Asbestos, CPCCDE3015A Remove Friable Asbestos.
• Experience with ESdat and Alpha Tracker

WHAT'S ON OFFER

RPS will provide you with the opportunity to work with some of the most influential and talented industry leaders whilst enjoying the opportunity to broaden your experience in a professional, delivery-focused working environment, where your contribution will be recognised and rewarded.

• Competitive Salary Package
• Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements
• Professional Membership p.a. reimbursement
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave
• $250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.
• Monthly Phone Allowance
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme + salary packaging;
• Professional and technical development programs incl, study assistance and online learning
• Active social clubs, Employee Assistance Program, Service Recognition and more++

If this role sounds like you, please APPLY today!