Environmental Scientists/geoscientists/engineers/geologist And Hydrogeologists

AECOM

Job Description

“The unique culture at AECOM is built on trust, communication, and encouraging consistent growth through unique development opportunities. It’s the combination of open dialogue and transparency that makes me genuinely appreciate working at AECOM.”- Dane Mallinson, Sector Manager GRS

AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural workplace. 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

- Deliver contaminated land and hydrogeology investigations and monitoring, combining site work in metro and remote locations with concise analysis and reporting.
- Plan and manage site works and subcontractors while leading safety, quality, and compliance in line with AECOM procedures and industry standards.
- Interpret environmental and hydrogeological data and prepare PSIs, DSIs, SAQPs, validation reports, and RAPs that inform client decisions.
- Support project delivery as a deputy project manager, coordinating with clients and internal teams while assisting with project controls and finances.

Qualifications

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.





- A relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, geoscience, geology, engineering or hydrogeology, with 2+ years experience across contaminated land and/or hydrogeology including PSIs/DSIs, SAQPs, GMEs, QA/QC sampling and USCS logging.
- Proven HSE mindset and safe field practice, with willingness to work on remote client sites, a valid driver’s licence (essential) and ability to obtain Defence security clearance (preferred).
- Confident engagement and coordination of subcontractors (e.g., drilling, wireline, pumping tests), demonstrating clear communication, client service and on‑site leadership.
- Strong data management and analysis using industry tools (e.g., gINT, ESdat/EQuIS, Aqtesolv, Surfer, Grapher), with sound technical reporting plus project and proposal support.

Why you’ll love working with us

- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part‑time, 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.
- Continuous learning and growth – lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities.
- Competitive compensation and benefits programs.
- Robust global well‑being program.

Equal Opportunity

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Location

Fortitude Valley, Queensland

Please send us your detailed CV to apply for this job post.

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