Environmental Management Consultant
Environmental Management Consultant
Brisbane or Townsville | 24-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Fyfe is a leading Australian consultancy delivering engineering, environmental, planning and surveying services across the Energy & Resources, Renewables, Infrastructure and Property sectors.
As demand for sustainable infrastructure continues to grow, we are seeking an Environmental Management Consultant to join our Environmental team on a 24-month fixed-term contract. This role can be based in either Brisbane or Townsville and offers the opportunity to work on some of Australia's most significant renewable energy, transport and infrastructure projects.
The Opportunity
Working within a collaborative national team, you will support the delivery of environmental management and compliance services throughout the construction and operational phases of major projects.
This is a hands-on role combining office-based project delivery with fieldwork and site inspections. You will work closely with project managers, contractors, regulators and clients to ensure environmental obligations are met while supporting successful project outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Construction environmental compliance and auditing
- Preparation and implementation of Environmental Management Plans (EMPs)
- Development of Construction Environmental Management Plans (CEMPs)
- Preparation of SSEMPs, ESCPs and EMP-related documentation
- Environmental monitoring and field-based project delivery
- Contaminated land investigations and management
- Site inspections and compliance assessments
- Preparation of monitoring reports and environmental assessments
- Participation in project environmental management meetings
- Client and stakeholder engagement throughout project delivery
- Supporting environmental approvals and post-approval management requirements
About You
You will be an environmental professional who enjoys working across diverse projects and balancing technical reporting with practical field-based work.
Ideally, you will have:
- A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline
- Experience in environmental compliance, monitoring, auditing or environmental management within construction, infrastructure, resources or renewable energy projects
- Strong report writing and communication skills
- Knowledge of relevant environmental legislation and compliance frameworks
- Experience preparing environmental management documentation and monitoring reports
- GIS experience (highly regarded)
- Construction White Card
- IECA Advanced Erosion and Sediment Control Training (advantageous but not essential)
- A willingness to undertake site work and occasional travel as required
Why Join Fyfe?
At Fyfe, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering projects that shape Australia's future. We pride ourselves on maintaining a collaborative culture where people are trusted, supported and encouraged to grow their careers.
We offer:
- Exposure to large-scale renewable energy, transport and infrastructure projects
- A supportive and experienced environmental team
- Opportunities to work across multiple sectors and project types
- Professional development and career growth opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development support including memberships, conferences, and training
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
- A strong culture built on Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Responsiveness and Passion
Fyfe embraces and fosters a culture that supports diversity, inclusion and respect, where people are empowered to fulfil their potential. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. We are dedicated and committed to attracting and recruiting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and encourage applications from people with disability, people that identify as LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
How to apply
If you believe you meet the above criteria and would like to join our team,
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Please note only shortlisted candidates and those who are Australian Citizens, hold permanent residency will be contacted.
Agency applications will not be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.