Environmental Impact Assessment Lead – Relocate to Townsville

About the role

AECOM is seeking a senior environmental professional to lead high‑profile impact assessments and approval processes for energy, water and transport projects in North Queensland. The role combines ecological expertise with strategic approvals to support sustainable development.

Key responsibilities

• Lead environmental impact assessments and manage State and Commonwealth approval processes.
• Apply ecological values and biodiversity risk assessments to develop practical approval strategies.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee preparation of assessments, management plans and documentation.
• Provide strategic advice while managing project scope, budgets, programmes and technical quality.
• Build trusted relationships with clients, regulators and stakeholders and contribute to business development.
• Mentor team members and support growth of the Ecology and Impact Assessment practice.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in ecology, environmental science, natural resource management or related field.
• Significant consulting experience at senior or principal level.
• Experience in ecology and biodiversity assessment with exposure to impact assessment or approvals.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth and Queensland environmental and planning approval frameworks.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, multidisciplinary teams and client relationships.
• Strong communication, leadership and mentoring skills.

Required skills

• Ecology and biodiversity assessment expertise.
• Understanding of Australian Commonwealth and Queensland environmental approval processes.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements including alternative start/finish times, job‑sharing and hybrid options.
• Up to six weeks of additional annual leave purchasable each year.
• Opportunity to swap public holidays for preferred dates.
• Continuous learning through lunch‑and‑learns, professional development courses and paid study leave.
• Relocation assistance to Townsville for the right candidate.