Company Description
Come grow with us.
AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, post approvals and environmental management advice, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience.
Job Description
“AECOM has given me the opportunities, support and trust to build a career that's aligned with my ambitions and interests.” Lauren Spring - Sector Manager & Growth Lead - Environment, WA
AECOM’s Environment team in Perth is entering an exciting period of growth, supported by new leadership and a strong pipeline of projects across the mining, energy, water and Defence sectors.
We support relocation for experienced environmental professionals to join our busy Perth office across a range of seniority levels and technical disciplines, including:
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Impact assessment and environmental approvals
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Contaminated land and remediation
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Hydrogeology
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Ecology
Why Perth?
Perth offers an enviable lifestyle, combining world-class beaches, a relaxed pace of life, affordable housing compared to many east coast capitals and access to some of Australia's most spectacular natural landscapes. Whether you're seeking more space, shorter commutes, year-round sunshine or greater work-life balance, Perth continues to attract professionals from across Australia looking for a lifestyle upgrade without compromising career opportunities.
At AECOM, you'll be joining a growing team with strong leadership, genuine career pathways and exposure to major projects that are shaping Western Australia's future. From critical minerals and renewable energy developments to Defence infrastructure and water security programs, you'll have the opportunity to work on projects that matter.
Relocation assistance is available to support your move to Perth, helping make the transition as smooth as possible for you and your family.
How you’ll make a difference
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Deliver high-quality environmental services and practical solutions across projects in the mining, energy, water, Defence and infrastructure sectors.
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Collaborate with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams, while contributing to the continued growth and capability of our Perth Environment practice.
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Depending on your level, support project leadership, client relationships, business development and the mentoring of junior team members.
Qualifications
The qualities that help you thrive
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Experience in environmental consulting or a related industry role within impact assessment and approvals, contaminated land, hydrogeology, ecology or a related discipline.
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Relevant tertiary qualifications and strong communication, collaboration and technical skills.
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For more senior opportunities, experience in project delivery, client engagement, business development or team leadership will be highly regarded.
Additional Information
Why you'll love working with us
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Interstate relocation support throughout Australia for you and your family
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Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options
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Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
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Volunteer and representation leave
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Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
Ready to push the limits of what’s possible?
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
