Environmental Consultant

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Arup is widely recognised for delivering high quality, timely environmental impact assessments and securing regulatory approvals across Queensland. 

In this role you will contribute to a range of environmental projects and statutory approvals, spanning major infrastructure and smaller scale projects across sectors such as energy, water, and local and state government. The role sits within a regional team based in Brisbane and may involve some interstate travel.

The Opportunity

• To provide core environmental input for a broad range of projects, both within the Queensland Environment and Biodiversity team and for multi-disciplinary projects undertaken in the office/region, particularly major transport projects.
   
• To support on a range of projects undertaken by the Sustainability Team.
   
• To provide environmental input to bids and tenders.
   
• To prepare project reports for clients summarising environmental outcomes and strategically advising on best outcomes.
   
• To participate in field work with the ecology team as required.

Is this role right for you?

• 3-4 years relevant industry experience in a consulting, private industry or a government environment.
   
• Recognised relevant tertiary qualifications in Environmental Management, Science, Planning, Engineering or similar.
   
• Ability to support environmental project delivery, with additional experience assisting on sustainability related work (e.g. ESG reporting, supply chain program development, and materiality assessments) on major transport projects.
   
• Experience in ArcGIS, specifically creating figures and analysing spatial data.
   
• Demonstrated experience as a Microsoft Copilot, driving adoption through knowledge sharing and coaching, and contributing to innovative, firm wide initiatives that build AI capability through research and strategic networking.
   
• Demonstrated experience contributing to internal committees, communities or employee networks, supporting initiatives that enhance culture, inclusion and Corporate social responsibility (CSR).

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do. 

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:

• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay and as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
   
• Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer. 
   
• Birthday leave
   
• Annual leave loading
   
• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
   
• International mobility opportunities
   
• Insurances (life & income protection)
   
• Interest free solar energy and bicycle loans  
   
• Novated car lease
   
• Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

Salary range for the role: $80k-90k per annum.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence. 

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.

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