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

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

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 cooperative 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
- Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities

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.

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📌 Senior Environmental Scientist - Planning and Environmental Approvals (Melbourne)
🏢 Aecom
📍 Melbourne