Job Description
Principal / Senior Environmental Scientist (Brisbane)
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At Xenith, we provide expert advice and technical solutions across all phases of the mining life cycle. With nearly 20 years of experience in mining, energy, and resources consulting, we work alongside top-tier clients, delivering innovative solutions that drive operational excellence and sustainable outcomes. From exploration to rehabilitation, we pride ourselves on tackling challenges that make a real impact.
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We are currently looking for an experienced Principal / Senior Environmental Scientist to join our highly regarded QLD Environment & Planning team, to work on several state significant development applications and to provide environmental management support for major resource and renewable energy projects across Australia.
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Role Highlights:
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Diverse Projects: Challenge yourself by working on a variety of exciting projects. Influence the strategy of tier-one mining houses, renewable energy projects, and provide expert advice to leading investment firms.
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Autonomy: Manage your own projects and engage directly with clients and industry stakeholders.
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Leadership: Develop your leadership skills, mentor junior professionals and share your expertise within the Xenith team.
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Mentoring: Work with and be mentored by the best in the industry.
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Travel: Project-specific inter-office, site, and international travel opportunities.
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About You:
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Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, natural resource management, environmental law, engineering, or other relevant discipline.
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Experience: 5 to 10 years' experience (Senior) and 10+ years' experience (Principal) in environmental approvals, environmental management and/or consulting, preferably in the resources and/or renewable energy sector.



Experience in QLD State Significant Development and Commonwealth approvals and environmental legislative requirements is highly desirable.
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Technical Knowledge: Understanding of a broad range of environmental technical areas.
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Skills: Excellent communication, report writing, and teamwork skills.
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Legislation Knowledge: Up-to-date knowledge of the latest environmental legislation and industry best practices.
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Autonomy: Ability to work autonomously, manage multidisciplinary projects, and mentor junior professionals.
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Passion: Highly motivated individual with a proactive "can do" attitude, able to engage with clients, regulators, technical consultants, and peers.
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Eligibility: Rights to live and work in Australia
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Our Commitment:
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Employment Type: Full time.
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Remuneration: Market competitive package, including performance incentive, commensurate with experience.
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Work Environment: Work from either our Brisbane Office
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Career development: Expand your knowledge base by working with our expert Exploration, Resource Geology, Business Analysis and Engineering teams. Participate in tailored development programs managed by Xenith's People and Culture Team.
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Career Growth: Steer your career where you want to go and be promoted based on your skills and success.
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If you wish to work for a highly regarded company with the highest achievers in our field of expertise and can picture yourself contributing to a strong, specialised team, then this is a truly outstanding career opportunity.
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Your application will include the following questions:
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Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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What's your expected annual base salary?
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How many years' experience do you have as an Environmental Scientist?
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How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
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What can I earn as an Environmental Scientist

📌 Principal / Senior Environmental Scientist (Brisbane) (Queensland)
🏢 Xenith Consulting
📍 Queensland