Team Lead – Environmental Approvals Queensland

Team Lead – Environmental Approvals Queensland What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you. Overview The Team Lead – Environmental Approvals Queensland reports to the Regional Executive QLD – Ecology, Environmental Approvals and Engagement. This leadership role emphasizes technical excellence and strategic influence, combining project delivery with strong influence. You’ll lead a team that provides high‑quality, industry‑leading approvals, impact assessment, and planning services. The role can be based in our Brisbane or Sunshine Coast offices, with the option to work from home up to two days per week for a healthy work‑life balance. Responsibilities Collaboratively develop and implement the Environmental Approvals strategy within the team Provide day‑to‑day leadership by example to guide and motivate team members Mentor and support consultants and emerging professionals within the team Promote a team culture of technical excellence, learning and innovation Connect the team with internal knowledge platforms and resources to enhance capability Foster the development of technical skills and encourage continuous improvement at all levels within the team Ensure team adherence to technical methodologies, procedures, and accreditation requirements Support participation in technical associations and encourage team involvement in knowledge‑sharing activities Drive practical innovation in project delivery, including using tools such as digital EIS and GIS platforms Provide technical input and conduct quality reviews on team projects and deliverables Contribute to team planning and collaborate with other team leads and stakeholders to achieve strong outcomes Assist in resource coordination and project delivery to support the team’s pipeline of work About You You’ll have typically 20+ years’ experience as an environmental professional, including in leadership positions. Qualifications Recognition as an industry expert in a technical discipline that is relevant to Environmental planning and approvals Market eminence and positive client experience endorsement in any of our key sectors: transport infrastructure, renewable energy, transmission, defence, or mining Proven ability to prepare and review complex technical project reports, pursuits and proposals Experience with growth and a keen understanding of retention of technical talent Prior experience of building technical capability of others and transfer of technical expertise within an organisation A growth mindset with a strong ability to influence others Thought leadership with a skill for applying insights to industry trends, solving current problems, and shaping strategy Extensive experience in developing strong client relationships (external and internal) that builds contracted backlog Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world. An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page. With us, you can. Apply today. #J-18808-Ljbffr