Principal Contaminated Land Specialist

About the role

Onterris is seeking a Principal Environmental Scientist to lead its Contaminated Land and Water team in Brisbane. The role involves directing highly complex projects, providing technical support to clients, and mentoring junior staff while contributing to the company’s mission of sustainable environmental solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Act as Project Director on highly complex contaminated land and water projects.
• Provide technical support to associates and seniors during client meetings.
• Develop and review new quality management systems.
• Sign off on complex reports and deliverables.
• Train junior staff in business development and client management processes.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Management or a related field.
• 15+ years of experience in contaminated land and water within an environmental consultancy.
• Strong understanding of Queensland and national environmental frameworks.

Required skills

• Industry certification such as CEnvP or CPSS (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience with quality management system development.
• Technical knowledge of contaminated land and water assessment methodologies.