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Project Contaminated Land Scientist

JOB LOCATION /

BNE

EXPERIENCE /

APPLICATIONS CLOSE / 

2 - 5

14 FEBRUARY 2025

WE ARE EPIC

As a premier environmental consultancy, we merge personal aspirations with professional growth opportunities. Backed by one of the world's foremost environmental services firms, Montrose Environmental, we foster a collaborative team culture aimed at delivering innovative solutions for our clients and the environment. Elevate your career in an environment that encourages innovative thinking and continuous growth.


We are currently seeking talented individuals to join our dynamic team. By joining Epic, you will contribute to the delivery of projects across Australia, with potential ventures extending to Asia-Pacific, the US and Canada.


Let's redefine environmental excellence together.

EPIC ESSENTIALS

We currently have an exciting opportunity to join our growing team. If you are an Environmental Scientist / Engineer with 2-5 years’ experience, we’d like to hear from you!


We have a strong pipeline of projects across all market sectors and are looking to grow our project delivery team. The role will see you will be involved in the delivery of contaminated land management investigation and remediation projects while developing your project management and leadership skills.


Based in our Brisbane office you will be integrated in one of Queensland’s largest contaminated land focussed teams of 18 professionals and will interface with technical specialists including:

  • Two contaminated land auditors based in Brisbane and certified in QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, NT and TAS

  • Three Certified Environmental Practitioner Site Contamination Specialists (CEnvP-SC)

  • Numerous general CEnvP practitioners

Epic strongly believes in supporting individual development. In addition to delivering project work you will be supported and encouraged to undertake continuing professional development including active involvement in industry groups and relevant training courses.


As a member of the Contaminated Land Team, this position offers diverse tasks and will see you involved in:

  • Assisting in the delivery of a variety of projects across multiple sectors requiring Contaminated Land investigations and assessments

  • Undertaking field investigations, data interpretation, and report preparation

  • Supporting and managing the delivery of PSIs, DSI, RAPs, Due Diligence assessments and more

  • Supporting various remediation tasks and developing your skills in remediation design and managing complex remediation sites

  • Gaining exposure to preparing proposals and tenders to support our winning strategy

  • Preparing written reports including a high level of attention to detail, using an objective driven focus

  • Participating in strategy and innovation within the company to foster continued improvement

  • Participating in internal and external presentations to demonstrate learning and knowledge

  • Demonstrating your industry knowledge and experience to develop and maintain client relationships

  • Developing your project management skills

  • Opportunity to develop team leadership skills

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

To be considered for this position, you will need to possess the following:

  • 2 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role ideally with at least 1 year operating in Australia

  • Tertiary qualifications from a recognised institution in environmental science, soil science, hydrogeology, geology or environmental engineering or similar relevant degree

  • Keen interest in contaminated land and assessing and managing contaminated sites

  • Knowledge of relevant QLD Environmental legislation and relevant contaminated land guidelines such as the NEPM (Assessment of Site Contamination)

  • Exposure to report writing and developing innovative approaches to solving client problems

  • Understanding and experience in sampling methodologies for soil, surface water and groundwater

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Demonstrated team player and able to self-motivate and take ownership of and be accountable for the delivery of contaminated land tasks and projects

  • Keen interest in professional development and continual learning

OUR VALUES

  • We are down to earth

  • We create value for our client

  • We embrace our differences

  • We never stop learning

  • We work together​

EPIC PERKS

  • Work on challenging and rewarding projects across Australia, Asia-Pacific, Canada and the United States that contribute to better environmental outcomes

  • Purchased leave of up to 10 days, to give you some extra time to rest and refresh

  • Paid primary and secondary carer leave

  • Feel trusted and empowered to take ownership of your projects and provide innovative technical solutions

  • Work in a team with highly skilled, certified, and respected professional consultants

  • Strong commitment to professional development including a structured buddy and mentoring system, support for further studies, attaining certification and professional memberships working with industry leaders

  • Opportunities to shape not only your career but the direction of the company by involvement in designing and implementing the businesses’ strategic plan

  • Enjoying working in a friendly and welcoming environment with a collaborative team culture that values flexibility and fun

  • Regular social events and activities for team building

  • Salary sacrificing options

  • Employee Assistance Program

  • Birthday day off!

Learn more about us!
https://au.linkedin.com/company/epic-environmental-pty-ltd

NEXT STEPS

If you think you are Epic material:

IMPORTANT DETAILS

  • The closing date for this is Friday, 14 February 2025

  • An attractive salary in line with level and experience can be negotiated

  • We appreciate all responses to this advertisement, however please note that only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

  • If you have any questions call 1800 779 363 and ask for Camden McCosker for a confidential discussion

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