Environmental Consultant (Approvals) - ( 260000HH )
Description
About the role
This role will see you working closely with industry specialists to undertake and coordinate environmental approvals for high profile, challenging projects for a range of clients from multinationals to local companies, as well as for government enterprises. Stantec is currently undertaking complex assessments under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA) and Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth).
You will be given the opportunity to utilise your science background within a well-structured team to problem solve, provide technical insight, and communicate with other multi-disciplinary teams of scientists, engineers, drafters, project administrators and contractors, enabling you to further develop your skills working in a fast-paced, consulting environment.
As part of this opportunity, you will gain experience in project management, proposal development and developing relationships with clients and stakeholders on a wide range of small to large projects. You will also support the continued growth of our business and foster the development of environmental approvals capability across our mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
Day to day tasks would involve:
- Support our team by providing specialist environmental approvals advice and assessment services on a range of projects in the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors.
- Provide technical support that ensures project outcomes meet or exceed both client and Stantec’s expectations.
- Plan, coordinate and manage approvals projects where required.
- Work within budgets and timeframes, while providing high quality deliverables for projects.
- Identify opportunities and develop business within the approvals team.
To be successful for this role you’ll need:
- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
- 2 years’ industry experience, preferably working within a consulting environment.
- Knowledge of State (WA) and Federal environmental legislation and approvals framework.
- Experience in mining and/or linear infrastructure projects.
- Experience in the preparation of Native Vegetation Clearing Permits, Environmental Referrals, Works Approvals, and Mining Proposals is highly desirable.
What we offer
Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development and wellbeing is ongoing.
- Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements – Including work from home opportunities, job sharing and part time employment.
- Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave
- Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
- Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
- Professional Registrations and Memberships
- Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
- Service Recognition Awards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their immediate family members
- A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.
Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.
Culture
Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI , neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.
How to apply
If this position is of interest, please apply via the link below.
Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science or related discipline.
Primary Location : Australia-Western Australia-Perth
Organization : BC-3045 EnvSvcs-AU Australia
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Jul 14, 2026, 3:53:31 PM
Req ID: 260000HH
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
