Environmental Consultant – Contaminated Land & Occupational Hygiene

Looking for variety, career growth and meaningful work? Join our growing environmental consulting team.

Environmental Group Australia (EGA) is on the lookout for passionate and talented Environmental Consultants ready to take their careers to the next level.

If you're enthusiastic about making a real impact, enjoy working on a diverse range of projects, and thrive in a role that combines field work, technical reporting, client interaction and project management, we'd love to hear from you.

Join a supportive and collaborative team where you'll gain exposure to contaminated land, hazardous materials, occupational hygiene, environmental planning and compliance projects, while benefiting from genuine career progression, ongoing mentoring and opportunities to develop your technical expertise.

About Us:

At EGA, we're a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy committed to delivering practical, high-quality solutions to clients across Australia. Our expertise spans contaminated land, asbestos and hazardous materials, occupational hygiene, environmental planning, and environmental compliance.

With a strong focus on technical excellence, innovation and exceptional client service, we pride ourselves on delivering practical outcomes while fostering a cooperative and supportive workplace where our people can grow and succeed.

About the Role

As an Environmental Consultant, you'll manage and deliver a diverse range of environmental projects while building long-term relationships with clients across multiple industries.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Undertaking Preliminary and Detailed Site Investigations (PSI & DSI) and environmental impact assessments.




- Conducting asbestos and hazardous materials inspections and occupational hygiene monitoring.
- Air monitoring and asbestos clearance inspections.
- Coordinating sample intake.
- Preparing high-quality technical reports, Environmental Management Plans, approvals documentation and client correspondence.
- Carrying out site investigations, environmental monitoring and data collection.
- Interpreting environmental data and providing practical recommendations.
- Managing small to medium-sized projects from proposal through to completion.
- Working closely with clients to understand their requirements and provide practical, innovative solutions.
- Assisting with environmental planning, environmental management, compliance monitoring and reporting.
- Supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships.
- Coaching and mentoring junior consultants as your experience develops.
- Ensuring all projects are delivered safely, sustainably and in accordance with relevant legislation and industry standards.

This role involves regular travel throughout the Sydney metropolitan area, with occasional regional and interstate travel.

About You:

You'll ideally have:

A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Occupational Hygiene or a related discipline.

At least two years' experience in environmental consulting or a related field.

Licensed Asbestos Assessor preferable, or willingness to obtain (training supported by EGA).





Previous experience within environmental consulting.

Strong report writing and technical communication skills.

Excellent organisational and project management skills.

A proactive attitude and strong work ethic.

The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

A current unrestricted C Class Driver's Licence.

You'll also be someone who:

Enjoys working directly with clients.

Is adaptable and keen to learn new skills and technologies.

Builds positive working relationships.

Communicates professionally and confidently.

Is flexible with working hours when projects require early site starts or occasional weekend work.

We are looking for a candidate who is motivated, responsible, respectful, and a team player. We take extreme pride in our work and team, offering a fun, flexible work environment you can be proud of, and where you can develop your technical skills and confidence in contaminated land management.

Why Join EGA?

We're committed to investing in our people and creating an environment where you can build a long-term career.

We offer:

Competitive salary package.

Structured mentoring and career development.

Exposure to contaminated land, occupational hygiene, hazardous materials and environmental consulting projects.

Paid professional memberships and ongoing technical training.

Clear career progression pathways.

Flexible and supportive team culture.

Regular social events, team-building activities and an annual team weekend away.

Modern office in Sydney's Inner West.

Nine-Day Fortnight following successful completion of probation.

Applicants must hold a current Australian driver's licence and have unrestricted Australian working rights.

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📌 Environmental Consultant – Contaminated Land & Occupational Hygiene (Inner West Council)
🏢 Environmental Group Australia
📍 Inner West Council