There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.
Join us as we strive for a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.
Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.
Who are we looking for?
We’re looking for an experienced Environmental Scientist to join our NSW/ACT Impact Assessment business group. This role can be based in Sydney, Canberra or any of our regional NSW offices, with flexibility to support the way you work best.
You’ll work alongside supportive technical directors and specialist teams, contributing to a broad range of multidisciplinary projects that help shape communities and deliver better environmental outcomes. You’ll support approval strategies and provide trusted advice to clients across major infrastructure, future energy, water, transport, resources and urban development projects.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, globally connected team where diverse perspectives are valued, and you’ll have access to leading technical specialists, designers and project delivery experts across Australia and the APAC region.
Working with an energetic, supportive and high-performing team, this role offers variety, connection and the opportunity to grow your impact through:
- Supporting environmental impact assessment and approvals processes on projects of various scales across NSW & ACT, including State Significant Infrastructure and Development
- Helping develop practical approvals strategies that balance regulatory requirements, project timelines and stakeholder expectations
- Collaborating with clients, project partners and regulators to provide clear advice on environmental risk, compliance pathways and project feasibility
Sharing your knowledge through mentoring junior consultants and helping build capability across the team
-
What you will bring to the team:
- A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Planning or a related field
- Around 5–12 years of experience in an Environmental Impact Assessment or Approvals role from within a consulting or government setting, with scope to shape the position around your senior or intermediate level of experience
- A sound understanding of NSW, ACT and federal environmental approvals legislation
- Strong time and project management skills, with the confidence to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams
Clear communication skills, including writing, presenting and building trusted relationships with stakeholders
-
Interested? Apply now with your CV and a cover letter.
Contact:
Paul Inglis
Ph +61 3 8687 8619
GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.
GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive. This supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office.
We’re open to discussing full time or part time options.
We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.
#LI-PI1
Come together and make a meaningful impact.
We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD.
Let's drive real change.
Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today.
See where your commitment could take you.
That’s the #PowerOfCommitment
Who we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.
