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We seek to work with people who are energetic and passionate. In return, we’ll offer you opportunities to build your career in a business that is respectful and encouraging. Our people are our number one asset, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace that supports you.

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Environmental Consultant / Planner, QLD

Location: Brisbane

About the Role

As a member of the Queensland Environment Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our clients by supporting, delivering and coordinating comprehensive environmental impact assessments, environmental planning advice, approvals processes and environmental management projects across various sectors. You will play a key role in project teams to support documentation/reporting preparation and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

- Assist in preparing and conducting environmental impact assessments, approval strategies, environmental management and compliance documents, and approval documentation




- Gather, analyse and interpret environmental data from various sources (e.g field studies, surveys, GIS data)
- Ensure that projects comply with local, state and federal environmental regulations, standards and assessment benchmarks
- Assist in planning and coordinating environmental and approval projects, including timelines, meetings, budgets and resourcing
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders (e.g clients, communities, governmental agencies) to gather input, address concerns and deliver practical solutions
- Prepare detailed reports, including findings, recommendations and mitigation strategies, for clients and regulatory bodies

About You:

- Degree qualification in environmental science, planning, or related discipline
- A proactive and solutions focused mindset
- Strong technical aptitude and project management skills
- Adaptability to interpret or undertake a range of technical work based on project requirements
- Interest and aptitude in working across and coordinating multiple disciplines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to develop and maintain positive team and client relationships
- Interest is working across a variety of sectors and clients
- Experience in an Environmental Scientist or Environmental Planner role in a consulting environment is desirable
- Understanding of and demonstrated experience in approvals and environmental assessments under QLD legislation preferable

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, .



Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

Diversity and Inclusion is Valued and Supported

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where team members from all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging and mutual respect. Our team are privileged to work closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for all of our advertised roles. We’re also actively transitioning to the next stage of our RAP journey (from Reflect to Innovate).

Fostering a diverse and inclusive environment isn’t only about enriching our workplace culture. It also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do.

Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone’s unique perspectives and contributions are valued.

A Focus on Your Career Pathway

Your growth and professional development is greatly valued by the Umwelt team. We strive to be a preferred employer that attracts and retains our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive training programs, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a functioning mentorship system to help you flourish in your chosen field, wherever you’re at in your career.

📌 Environmental Consultant / Planner, QLD (Brisbane)
🏢 Umwelt
📍 Brisbane