- Role with genuine project ownership & technical responsibility
- Company Vehicle, competitive salary, overtime
- Strong career development with the backing of global Kiwa group
Kiwa ELS is a customer-focused, results-driven risk management consultancy with offices in Brisbane and Sydney. We deliver hazardous materials, occupational hygiene, environmental and risk management consulting services to clients across Australia.
As part of the Kiwa Group—a global leader in testing, inspection and certification with more than 12,000 professionals across 35+ countries—we offer the backing of an international organisation while maintaining a strong local presence.
Working alongside our NATA-accredited laboratory, our Hazardous Materials team provides asbestos, mould and hazardous materials management, assessment and advisory services to an established client base across the construction, facilities management, transport, insurance and government sectors.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking a full-time Senior Hazardous Materials Consultant to join our Brisbane-based team.
Approximately 60% of your time will be spent on site across Southeast Queensland, undertaking hazardous materials and occupational hygiene work. The remaining 40% will be office-based and focused on technical reporting, project management, proposals, quality assurance and supporting the development of other consultants. Occasional travel to regional locations and interstate may also be required.
What you will be doing
- Conduct asbestos, mould and hazardous materials surveys across industrial, commercial and residential properties.
- Undertake clearance inspections and airborne asbestos fibre monitoring associated with asbestos removal work.
- Complete contamination and post-remediation verification assessments for asbestos, mould, moisture and other contaminants.
- Conduct occupational hygiene surveys and monitoring
- Manage projects, including developing scopes of work, preparing fee proposals, coordinating resources and ensuring project objectives and deadlines are achieved.
- Produce clear, accurate hazardous materials and occupational hygiene reports.
- Undertake technical review and quality assurance of reports prepared by other consultants.
- Provide technical guidance, training and mentoring to less experienced consultants.
- Liaise with clients and stakeholders to understand project requirements and provide practical technical advice.
- Perform laboratory analysis, including fibre counting for airborne asbestos, where required.
- Conduct respirator face fit testing when required.
- Ensure client deliverables are completed accurately and within agreed timeframes.
- Quality Assurance support when required
Why work with us?
- Company vehicle provided.
- Competitive salary & overtime based on your experience.
- Senior position with genuine project ownership and technical responsibility.
- Opportunity to mentor and support the development of other consultants.
- Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
- Kiwa Rewards, including discounts on shopping, travel, insurance and more.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Program.
- Supportive local team with the backing of a global organisation.
Experience and qualifications
- 3+ years’ experience in hazardous materials consulting, occupational hygiene or a closely related field.
- A current LAA licence is essential.
- A current Australian driver’s licence is essential.
- Science, environmental or hazardous materials qualifications, including relevant P-Certs, are desirable.
- Professional membership with AIOH, FAMANZ or a similar industry body will be highly regarded.
- Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing technical reports.
- Experience managing projects, developing scopes and preparing fee proposals will be highly regarded.
About you
- Strong asbestos and/or Occ Hygiene background - Technically strong and confident providing advice to clients, contractors and other consultants.
- Comfortable balancing hands-on fieldwork with reporting, project management and technical review.
- Well organised and capable of managing multiple projects, priorities and deadlines.
- Able to communicate clearly and professionally with a broad range of stakeholders.
- Confident mentoring and providing constructive technical feedback to other consultants.
- Practical, safety-focused and detail-oriented.
- Able to work independently while contributing positively to the wider team.
If you are an experienced hazardous materials professional looking for a senior role that combines fieldwork, project ownership and technical leadership, apply now to join the Kiwa ELS team.
