Full-time or part-time considered. Canberra preferred; other locations subject to negotiation.

This role requires Australian Citizenship and ability to hold a Baseline Security Clearance.

About Us

Why We Exist

Aestra are specialists in designing and implementing enduring environmental and social impact policy solutions for government and industry.

Our purpose is to facilitate instrumental shifts that allow our clients to make positive, lasting change.

What We Do

Aestra is a female founded Australian-owned leader in environmental and social impact advisory services.

Our actions safeguard Australia’s most special places and enact change to address the most pressing environmental and social challenges of our time.

Our clients include Australian, State and Territory governments, and private industry. We also support not-for-profit and charity organisations through our low- and pro-bono work. Our business is growing with new clients and projects, providing a diverse and agile work environment.

Joining our growing highly skilled team you will have the opportunity to apply your skills in a team environment to support the delivery polished products that support client advice across environmental issues, regulatory reform and associated topics.

About You

We are seeking a Graduate EIA Advisor.

This role requires Australian Citizenship and ability to hold a Baseline Security Clearance.

We are looking for a graduate or early career Advisor with a tertiary qualification in a field related to our work (e.g., Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Earth Sciences, Ecology or a related field),



with the aptitude, and curiosity to learn quickly, think critically, communicate effectively, solve problems and build robust relationships.

As a small-medium enterprise, we are also looking for the person who is the right fit for our team. We want people who share our company values. We value respect, diversity and inclusivity; we are a LGBTIQ+ and disability inclusive workplace; we value science-based decision making; and are committed to promoting work-life balance. We are looking for people who share and promote these values.

- Are you a team player who enjoys working collaboratively?
- Are you organised and have a willingness to learn?
- Do you take pride in your work, have an eye for detail, have excellent communication skills?
- Are you committed to fostering a culture of respect and inclusivity?

Key responsibilities – Graduate EIA Advisor

As a member of a small and dynamic team, it is anticipated the position of Graduate Advisor will be responsible for providing input into a broad range of activities being undertaken by Aestra in collaboration with the Director of EIA and other Aestra staff.





The following responsibilities are intended to provide a broad overview of the Graduate Advisor role:

- Support the preparation of strategic advice to clients, including government and industry sectors.
- Utilising critical thinking, judgement and problem-solving skills to support the development and delivery of polished, accurate products for clients, including but not limited to, preparation of regulatory submissions, environmental impact assessment reports, regulatory options papers, and government briefings.
- Apply strong attention to detail when reviewing information, preparing work and completing tasks, identifying errors or inconsistencies and ensuring accuracy.
- Assisting with the preparation and coordination of environmental impact assessment including analysis of impacts to environment and heritage values using statutory criteria under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) and State legislation as required.
- Undertake and support business development activities and completion of administrative tasks as required including preparation of responses to requests for quotation.

This is not a field-based role. However, some limited field work may be possible from time to time depending on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

Working arrangements

While based in Canberra, we primarily work remotely, so it is essential that you have a dedicated office space where you can comfortably work from home.

Travel to Canberra or other locations may be required as part of this role.

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📌 Graduate EIA Advisor (Canberra)
🏢 Aestra
📍 Canberra