To support our growing consultancy, we are looking for an excellent Senior Environmental Planner to join our planning and approvals team.
We are open to candidates based in NSW or Victoria.
Candidates should have experience in environmental planning and a strong and genuine interest in the waste and recycling industry.What you can expect:You will support our MRA's dynamic and multidisciplinary team of professionals, including engineers, scientists, economists, planners, lawyers, social scientists and educators in the delivery of quality project outcomes for our clients.
You can expect to be working in a team on projects for the private and the government sectors.
You can expect to deliver projects including development applications, Waste Management Plans and Environmental Management Plans.
You will be involved in stakeholder management, client liaison, and business development.
You can also expect to be challenged through innovative and compelling projects.You need to be resilient, flexible and able to prioritise and multitask as the role entails:Leading or assisting bid managers to compile bids and proposals for future workProject management of small, medium and large projectsResearch (e.g. into legislation, technology types, development pathways)Report writing, subconsultant management and stakeholder liaisonProblem solving and project adaptationKey capacities and skills:Required:Degree in Environmental Science, Urban Planning or relevant degree in Science or EnvironmentMin.




5 yrs.
experience in Environmental Impact Assessment and/or Development ApplicationsUnderstanding of Planning Policy and Regulation in NSW, Victoria or QueenslandProfound and professional communication skillsVery strong report writing skillsAbility to work independently and in an innovative mannerExcellent time management and prioritising skillsPractical, client focused and highly motivated personalityCultural fit and shared vision are key attributes.Australian Citizenship or rights to work in AustraliaPreferred:Experience in waste management, infrastructure, or industrial development applicationsExperience in complex approvals e.g. EIS or EES applicationsResponsibilities:The main responsibilities of this role include:Assisting the planning team in:Managing small, medium and large projectsEnvironmental impact assessmentPreparation of planning and licensing applicationsCompliance and environmental management documentationManaging and compiling proposals for future workPreparing high quality reports for clients on time and within budget.Preparing responses to development application/licensing submissionsLeading meetingsResearch (e.g. into legislation, waste management, site characteristics or management of potential impacts)Working with the broader MRA team to:Assist with time-sensitive projects or proposalsAssist with research and business development for waste and recycling
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📌 Senior Environmental Planner (New South Wales)
🏢 MRA Consulting Group
📍 New South Wales