Senior Environmental Scientist/Geoscientist/Engineer/Geologist and Hydrogeologist

“The unique culture at AECOM is built on trust, communication, and encouraging consistent growth through unique development opportunities. It’s the combination of open dialogue and transparency that makes me genuinely appreciate working at AECOM.”   - Dane Mallinson, Sector Manager GRS 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, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage. How you’ll make a difference • Deliver contaminated land and hydrogeology investigations and monitoring, combining site work in metro and remote locations with concise analysis and reporting. • Plan and manage site works and subcontractors while leading safety, quality, and compliance in line with AECOM procedures and industry standards. • Interpret environmental and hydrogeological data and prepare PSIs, DSIs, SAQPs, validation reports, and RAPs that inform client decisions. • Support project delivery as a deputy project manager, coordinating with clients and internal teams while assisting with project controls and finances. The qualities that help you thrive The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. • A relevant tertiary qualification in environmental science, geoscience, geology, engineering or hydrogeology, with 3 - 10 years  experience across contaminated land and/or hydrogeology. • Proven HSEQ mindset and eye for detail, prioritising safe field practice and focusing on quality. • Competent in broad range of site works and collection of environmental data. • Confident engagement and management of subcontractors (e.g., drilling, wireline, pumping tests), demonstrating clear communication, client service and on‑site leadership. • Strong data management and analysis using industry tools (e.g., gINT, ESdat/EQuIS, Aqtesolv, Surfer, Grapher). • Competent in technical report writing, with ownership of deliverables. • Project management experience across all aspects of project delivery. • Experience in client management and collaboration, including business development • Demonstrable team player with a collaborative mindset. Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us. Why you’ll love working with us Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year          Swap public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities 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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