Graduate Environmental Consultant

About SLR and the role
SLR Consulting is an international environmental consultancy with a globally recognised reputation for providing high-quality tailored services.  With 1200 staff in APAC across 24 Practice Areas, we provide global consultancy advice and support on a wide range of strategic and site-specific issues to a diverse and growing base of business, regulatory and governmental clients.

An exciting opportunity has come up for a Graduate Environmental Consultant to join our team in either our Adelaide CBD or Nuriootpa offices! This opportunity has come about due to the promotion within the team leaving a void at this level. We are seeking someone with up to 2 years of experience in Environmental Consulting. Regulatory and/or extractive industry experience will be viewed favourably but is not required, with the right attitude and aptitude we will provide you with training and guidance. 

This is a diverse team that is constantly growing and has the support of the wider Environmental Approvals, Closure and Management team across Australia. You will enjoy undertaking a range of project work whilst learning from this experienced team and developing client relationships throughout the region. You will be motivated and our team will empower you to develop your skills in targeted document development, technical understanding and project management.

Responsibilities
Taking part in our national Graduate Passport program, this opportunity will see you learn from highly experienced Environmental Consultants in Suoth Australia, as well as across the country.  You will:

• Build and maintain effective relationships with our clients and internal SLR team members
• Support Compliance Auditing and annual reporting
• Assist with the development of Environmental Impact Assessments and management plans
• Assist with the delivery of Mining Lease Proposals, Programs for Environment Protection and Rehabilitation and Mine Operations Plans and Estimated Rehabilitation Cost calculations
• Assist in environmental monitoring across a range of areas such as surface water, groundwater, dust, soils and more
• Work within/support multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects across a range of sectors
• Deliver clear and precise, high-quality reports
• Undertake occasional travel to site for field studies.

Experience
To be successful in this role, you will be a positive and engaging character with a great sense of humour, as well as have:

• A degree in Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field
• 0-2 years + experience in Environmental Science, preferably in Consulting.  
• Working knowledge of SA environmental legislation and policies, standards, and guidelines
• Experience in the mining, infrastructure, power and/or agribusiness sectors is highly valued but not a prerequisite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with Consulting software and intermediate-advanced excel skills.
• Australian Citizenship or rights to work in Australia.

Our Benefits

We are most proud of our diverse, friendly and expert team, who work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients.

Whether you’re enjoying our flexible hybrid work environment, looking to excel through our defined career progression program, or interested in our Global Mobility Program... Our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all.

You can find a comprehensive list here.

Next Steps

If joining a Global Environmental Consultancy with a globally renowned environmental track record, as well as a relaxed and supportive local team excites you, apply now.

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