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Environmental Scientist / Hydrogeologist / Engineer Location:  Brisbane, QLD (flexible   home,   office   and field-based   role) The Opportunity: We are seeking an early-career environmental professional to join our Queensland team and contribute to the technical delivery of environmental   site   assessment, monitoring,   compliance   and remediation programs. This role is suited to someone who has developed a solid grounding in environmental fieldwork and data analysis and is now looking to broaden their technical capability and work more closely with senior practitioners on complex projects.   This will involve work for   clients   cross   multiple sectors, including oil and gas, chemical and heavy industry, water   resources   and others. The position involves a practical   and flexible   mix of field,   office   and home-based work, with periodic travel to regional locations (typically medium-duration trips). While project delivery is primarily Australia-focused, there may be opportunities to support interstate or international work as your experience develops.   The preferred location is   Brisbane, although other locations will be considered. Typical responsibilities: • Support and progressively take ownership of technical tasks across environmental site assessment,   monitoring   and remediation projects, including: • Planning and implementing environmental field programs, such as: • Groundwater and surface water monitoring • Soil sampling and field assessments • Site inspections and compliance monitoring • Manage,   analyse   and present environmental data sets, including groundwater, surface   water   and soil data • Undertake desktop investigations, background   reviews   and data compilation to support project planning and technical interpretation • Contribute to the preparation of technical reports and project deliverables, including: • Environmental site assessment and monitoring reports • Work plans and sampling and analysis plans • Health,   safety   and environmental documentation • Rehabilitation,   closure   and compliance reporting • Coordinate and supervise subcontractors during field activities (e.g. drilling, excavation and rehabilitation works) • Assist   with project and task management, including scope planning,   scheduling   and budget tracking As experience   develops, there will be increasing opportunities to lead discrete tasks, mentor junior staff, and contribute to higher-level technical interpretation and client interactions. Position Requirements: This opportunity is   suited   for an adaptable,   capable   and   self-motivated individual who   enjoys   practical   implementation of   field programs,   data   analysis and   technical problem solving.   The following attributes are important for success in this role: • Strong   analytical   and critical-thinking skills, with an attention to detail • Clear and concise technical writing ability • Ability to think strategically and conceptually,   and   to   translate strategy into practical and tactical plans • A   practical   and efficient   approach to   fieldwork, with a strong   focus on data quality   and defensible outcomes • Ability to work independently, whilst seeking support from other practitioners at key points • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively within a project team • Appreciation and conscientious application of health,   safety   and environment standards. Qualifications for this role include: • Bachelor’s   or   master’s   degree in   environmental science, environmental engineering, hydrogeology, soil   science   or other relevant science/engineering degree • Approximately 3–5 years’   experience in   environmental consulting or a closely related technical role • Demonstrated   experience in groundwater and soil sampling   and environmental monitoring programs • A developing understanding of environmental and resource regulatory frameworks   and   guidelines • Data management experience   (experience with   R,   Power BI and other database management experience is preferred, but not essential) • Australian experience and a current ability to work in Australia (citizenship or valid visa) is   required • Current Australian state driving license. EHS Support is a specialty environmental consulting firm that provides solutions to complex environmental, health, and safety challenges across a range of market sectors and industries. With experts located throughout the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and South Africa, we form long-lasting partnerships with our clients through a culture of excellence, innovation, work ethic, and integrity. We focus on hiring and retaining talented, motivated people who enjoy collaborating with and delivering value to our clients. Our team does more than identify problems— we provide solutions.