Principal Environmental Scientist / Engineer (Contaminated Land)

Description

About the role

Are you ready to lead and shape the future of contaminated land management? Join our growing Geosciences team as a Principal Environmental Scientist / Engineer, Contaminated Land and be a part of building and growing this critical service stream. In this senior role, you’ll deliver strategic solutions to complex environmental challenges, mentor a talented team, and actively pursue contaminated land and waste management projects to drive business success.

This position is based in our Perth office and offers flexible working arrangements, including work-from-home options, staggered hours, and additional Purchased Leave to support your work-life balance. You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative workplace that values your expertise and invests in your professional development, offering tailored training and long-term career growth opportunities.

As part of the Contaminated Land team, you will:

- Initiate, plan, lead and execute complex contaminated land and groundwater projects.

- Preparation and review of technical reports, including bespoke PSI, SAQP, DSI, RAP, and SRV reports.

- Provide technical direction to enable cost-effective and pragmatic solutions for our clients and other disciplinary teams.

- Contribute to the mentoring and technical oversight of junior team members.

- Preparation and negotiation of bids and fee proposals.

- Provision of commercial oversight to projects to ensure favourable financial results.

- Engage in client liaison and business development to help build and secure future workload.

To be successful for this role you’ll need:

- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Engineering, Hydrogeology or Geology.

- 10 years of experience leading complex contaminated land projects, with exposure to diverse environmental and engineering challenges across multiple sectors.





- Proven capability in directing site investigations, supervising multidisciplinary teams, and applying advanced sampling methodologies for soil, groundwater, and other media.

- Comprehensive understanding of NEPM guidelines and health & safety best practices, with the ability to embed compliance into project delivery.

- Deep familiarity with WA planning frameworks and contaminated land provisions, enabling strategic advice and regulatory navigation.

- Exceptional technical writing skills, producing high-quality reports and documentation for senior stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

- Strong commercial acumen, with a track record of managing project financials driving profitability, and fostering long-term client partnerships.

- Technical expertise and experience in hydrogeology or acid sulfate soils would be beneficial.

- Valid/current driver’s licence and the ability to travel to sites for field work, if required.

This position is intended to be predominantly office based; however, applicants will be required to undertake site visits when necessary and therefore must be physically able to stand and work in the field.

What we offer

Along with a competitive remuneration package commensurate with skills and experience, we offer a number of benefits to ensure ongoing professional development and well-being:

- Part of a broader Environment and Geoscience Team with support across Australia, and the opportunity to diversify your skill set nationally and globally.

- Learning and talent development programs - including global programs, online learning, and on-the-job learning.

- Penalty rates and time in lieu for extended field work in remote locations.

- Career development, with opportunities to expand your knowledge across various ecological disciplines, attend conferences and undertake training.

- Flexible work arrangements, including changes to patterns of hours worked, and opportunities to work from home.

- Ability to purchase up to four weeks of additional l

📌 Principal Environmental Scientist (Australia)
🏢 Stantec
📍 Australia