Senior Environmental Scientist - Planning and Environmental Approvals

Senior Environmental Scientist - Planning and Environmental Approvals Full-time State/Province: Victoria Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: Environment Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Melbourne, VIC - 8 Siddeley Str Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

"I've been with AECOM for over a decade, and when I reflect on why I stay with the company it is because of workplace culture and the nature of our projects." Come grow with us. AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage. How you’ll make a difference Work alongside industry specialists to deliver environmental impact assessments and approvals on high-profile, challenging projects. Coordinate multidisciplinary specialist teams on complex environmental approval projects, such as Victorian EES's Support Project Managers to deliver projects within allocated timelines, budgets and regulatory frameworks Build positive connections by representing AECOM in client meetings and across the wider industry Support and mentor early career professionals, helping to create an engaged and capable team.

The qualities that help you thrive The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. Hold a Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related field, with 5+ years experience in environmental impact assessments and planning approvals across various sectors in Victoria. Bring demonstrated experience on complex projects, along with strong project coordination skills and commercial awareness to assist with budgets, timelines and quality. Have a sound understanding of Victorian environmental approvals processes, with knowledge of Commonwealth legislation and other State or Territory frameworks considered beneficial. Be a clear communicator with strong technical skills, a client-focused mindset and the ability to contribute to lasting relationships. Be a collaborative team player with the emotional intelligence to support others and foster positive working environments.

Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year Swap public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better