Environment and Planning Consultant

About the role

Aurecon is seeking an Environment and Planning Consultant to join its Mackay team. You will support the delivery of projects that protect ecosystems while contributing to major infrastructure developments across defence, renewable energy, transport and other sectors.

Key responsibilities

• Contribute to Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) and secure environmental approvals.
• Conduct flora and fauna surveys and ecological assessments for a variety of projects.
• Prepare high‑quality ecological reports and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers and multidisciplinary teams to deliver practical environmental outcomes.
• Work on field locations throughout tropical Queensland while supporting nationally significant infrastructure projects.

Required profile

• 2‑3 years of experience in ecology, environmental planning or environmental approvals.
• Relevant qualification in environmental science, ecology or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience delivering surveys, assessments and reporting.
• Working knowledge of the EPBC Act and Queensland environmental legislation.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills.
• Desirable: experience with Significant Impact Assessments, Bushfire Hazard/Risk Assessments, four‑wheel‑drive and First Aid certifications, defence sector exposure and Australian citizenship.

Required skills

• Proficiency with GIS software (ArcGIS or QGIS).

What we offer

• Opportunities to work on high‑impact, nationally significant infrastructure projects.
• Professional development alongside experienced ecologists and environmental specialists.
• A supportive, inclusive workplace recognised as a Best Place to Work.