Job Description
Our national Hazardous Materials & Occupational Hygiene team comprises licensed asbestos assessors, certified occupational hygienists, senior toxicologists, and laboratory professionals with in‐house NATA‐accredited asbestos laboratories.
We are expanding our NSW Hazardous Materials & Occupational Hygiene team and looking for an Associate or Senior Associate Consultant to take the lead on a major client account.
The role can be based in Central Coast, Newcastle, or our Sydney office.
We work hybrid, allowing flexible work‐from‐home when not required onsite.
What You'll Do
Lead and manage hazardous materials assessments, including asbestos, lead, PCBs, and other regulated substances, from initial survey through to remediation and clearance
Provide occupational hygiene advice, including exposure assessment, risk management, and development of control strategies for chemical, biological, and physical hazards in workplaces
Oversee the development and implementation of hazardous materials management plans and occupational hygiene monitoring programmes
Ensure all work complies with relevant Australian legislation, codes of practice, and industry standards
Prepare high‐quality technical reports, risk assessments, and client communications in a timely manner




Mentor and provide technical guidance to consultants and junior staff, supporting their professional development and knowledge sharing
Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying new business opportunities and contributing to tender submissions
Stay current with industry developments, emerging hazards, and technology trends relevant to hazardous materials and occupational hygiene
About You
You likely hold tertiary qualifications in a scientific field, environmentalmanagement/science,health and safety, or occupational hygiene.
You Will Ideally Bring The Following
Typically 8+ years in hazardous materials management and occupational hygiene consulting
Demonstrated expertise in conducting hazardous materials surveys, risk assessments, and remediation projects
Comprehensive knowledge of relevant Australian and state regulations, codes of practice, and standards
Proven ability to manage complex projects, deliver high‐quality reports, and meet client expectations
Strong leadership, mentoring, and communication skills
Skilled membership or certification, e.g., full membership of the Australian Institute of AIOH, COH, and/or licensed asbestos assessor is highly regarded
Valid Australian driver's licence and willingness to travel to client sites
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📌 Principal Occupational Hygiene Consultant- Newcastle, Nsw (New South Wales)
🏢 WSP in Australia
📍 New South Wales