Senior Environmental Consultant – (Mine Closure or Approvals)

• One of Australia’s largest employee-owned environmental consultancies 
• Opportunity to work across a range of sectors and on diverse projects 
• Additional Benefit of #ME Days (Paid Wellbeing Days) 

About Umwelt  

At Umwelt Australia, our purpose is to enable change for the better. As a leading Australian environmental consulting business, we are passionate about delivering sustainable outcomes for our clients, communities and the environment. With over 30 years of experience and 8 office locations nationally, Umwelt has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality environmental and social advisory services across Australia. Our people are at the heart of our success and we are proud of the collaborative and supportive culture we have created. 

In Western Australia, our multidisciplinary team of environmental approvals, closure, ecological, social and spatial consultants delivers projects across the mining, renewable energy, infrastructure, government and Defence sectors throughout WA and nationally. As demand for our services continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant/s to join our Perth Environment team. 

About the Role:  

As a Senior Environmental Consultant you will play a key role in delivering complex environmental projects and providing trusted advice to clients across the mining, renewables and infrastructure sectors. 

We are particularly interested in professionals who bring experience in Western Australia in either or both: 

• WA Mine Rehabilitation | Closure Planning and/or 
• WA Mining Environmental Approvals | Impact Assessment & Operations Compliance 

Depending on your expertise, you will work on a diverse portfolio of mining and related projects predominantly in Western Australia, supporting clients through environmental approvals, impact assessments, mine closure planning, rehabilitation strategies, environmental management and operational compliance. 

This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded team, work on some of Western Australia’s most challenging and rewarding projects, and contribute to delivering sustainable, enduring outcomes from mining. 

Key Responsibilities:  

Mine Rehabilitation & Closure Planning Focus 

• Prepare and review/update Mine Closure Plans, closure strategies and cost estimates 
• Support progressive mine rehabilitation, compliance monitoring and post-closure activities 
• Integrate practical environmental, social and operational considerations into closure planning 
• Provide advice to clients on their closure knowledge base, risks/priorities, regulatory requirements and leading practice 
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver integrated and sustainable closure solutions 

Mining Environmental Approvals & Compliance Focus 

• Develop/execute mining environmental impact assessments and approvals strategies 
• Prepare approvals documentation and coordinate related technical studies/inputs 
• Navigate complex State (Western Australia) and Commonwealth regulatory frameworks 
• Develop/secure environmental management plans and other secondary approvals to enable mining 
• Advise/support clients through regulatory approvals processes and compliance management during operations 
• Liaise with clients, regulators and other key project stakeholders 

General Responsibilities 

• Manage projects, including scope, budget, schedule and resourcing 
• Deliver consistent high-quality technical work and project outcomes 
• Build and maintain strong client relationships 
• Prepare proposals and contribute to business development activities 
• Mentor junior consultants and support team capability development and growth 

About You 

You will be an experienced environmental or related professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, building effective and valued client relationships and reliably delivering high-quality work. 

You will bring: 

• A degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Planning or a related discipline. 
• Approximately 5+ years’ experience in mining in industry, environmental consulting and/or regulation. 
• Demonstrated experience in mining in Western Australia in: Environmental approvals, impact assessment and strategy; and/or Closure planning/execution, progressive rehabilitation and strategy 
• Strong understanding of relevant WA environmental legislation, policies and regulatory frameworks 
• Experience managing projects, budgets and client relationships 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• The ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams 
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and commitment to technical excellence 

What We offer:  

Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:  

• A role working alongside highly experienced professionals that can support you to grow and develop professionally
• Opportunities to work nationally across a range of sectors on diverse and technically challenging projects
• #MeDays: an Umwelt wellbeing initiative offering staff extra paid days off
• Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
• Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits
• Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
• Opportunities to join the company’s Employee Share Plan (ESP)
• A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
• Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
• A competitive salary based on skills and experience

Diversity and Inclusion  

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are 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.