Principal Environmental Consultant/Planner

• Work for a leading and growing Australian-owned environmental consultancy
• ​​Flexible working options and benefits to support a healthy work-life balance
• ​Enjoy a strong pipeline of diverse and exciting projects​

About Umwelt:

With over three decades of experience and nine locations nationwide, we are a team of vibrant professionals servicing a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, sustainability, Defence, regulation and policy, critical minerals, and urban development. We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operation, and decommissioning.

About The Role:

Due to continuous growth, our Brisbane team is seeking a Principal Environmental Consultant/Planner to lead and manage planning and approval projects, and environmental impact assessments for major infrastructure, renewables, mining, and government sectors throughout Queensland (with potential opportunities to support projects nationally). This role involves handling complex and multi-dimensional environmental assessments and approval processes. Our key services in demand for the QLD environment team are due diligence assessments, approval strategies, planning and environmental approvals, environmental and technical studies, compliance and auditing, and environmental management. You will have the opportunity to hone your project management skills; leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver great project outcomes for our diverse range of clients.

You will advise our clients across the development spectrum, including initial site feasibility assessments, impact assessments, approvals strategy, planning and environment approvals, development and implementation of environmental management plans and post-approval compliance. Working as part of our dedicated team will offer opportunities for you to learn and develop your skills, as well as to teach by providing support, guidance, and delegation.

This role is suited to an environmental professional or an urban planner looking to expand and diversify their experience and career.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Management: Scope, plan, manage, and execute environmental assessment, planning, approvals and environmental management projects, ensuring integrated outcomes and high-quality delivery
• Team Management: Manage project teams to achieve exceptional project results that meet or exceed client expectations
• Quality Assurance: Maintain a focus on delivering high-quality project outcomes and enhancing client satisfaction
• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong client relationships, developing high-quality proposals to secure new business

About You:

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven individual with 10+ years’ experience. You will be working as part of a highly experienced and dynamic team working on a diverse suite of projects across multiple industry sectors. In this role you will develop your consulting, writing, project management and technical skills through delivering a range of planning and environmental consulting projects. You will have:

• Qualifications in environmental science, planning, or related degree discipline
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in environmental impact assessment or planning and approvals (QLD experience preferred) - consulting experience is desirable
• Strong knowledge of environmental and planning legislation, regulations, standards, and best practices
• Experience managing medium to large projects through the development spectrum, including managing timelines, budgets, and resourcing
• Adaptability to undertake a range of technical work based on project requirements
• Interest and aptitude in working across multiple disciplines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain positive team and client relationships
• Organised, motivated and self-directed

What’s In it For You:

We care about our people and want to help you grow in your career. As part of our team, you will be offered:

• ME Days: We provide our staff with up to an extra day of paid leave each month for mental health and wellbeing.
• Flexible work options to suit your lifestyle
• A role with experienced professionals that can mentor you and help you develop your skills
• Opportunities to work across the country on different and challenging projects
• Opportunities to join Umwelt’s Employee Share Plan
• A learning and development culture, with different training options and assistance
• Wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands on training
• An attractive salary based on your skills and experienced
• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers

Diversity and Inclusion

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.

Join the Umwelt Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at HRManagement@umwelt.com.au.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia.