Junior Auditor Assistant/Experienced Environmental Scientist - Join a Market Leader

About Western Environmental

Western Environmental is a multidisciplinary environmental consultancy with a team of more than 40 professionals across Australia. As an Employer of Choice, our people are our greatest asset. We provide access to flexible working arrangements, attractive remuneration and benefits, and work with a true purpose.

We pride ourselves on innovation and expertise. Our ongoing development of systems, processes and digitization has created efficient workflows and reduced bureaucracy, allowing our team to focus on what they do best - using science to develop solutions to complex problems.

We invest time and energy into research and development and expansion into new markets with purpose, providing pathways for professional development and working on real world solutions, like our patented PFAS remediation technologies for soil and water, and our growth into sustainability and climate change consultancy to tackle the most pertinent issues facing future generations.

We have access to clients and project portfolios across the Defence, aviation, resources, development, infrastructure and government sectors that you would expect from a major engineering firm, while retaining the culture and value set of a smaller independent consultancy.

Western Environmental has an in-house Contaminated Sites Auditing team comprising of a range of professionals, including Auditors accredited by regulators in Western Australia and Queensland and their accompanying Expert Support Teams. Our Auditors are recognised experts in their field and ensure robust, practical outcomes of the highest quality.

Key Services of the Contaminated Sites Auditing team include the following:

• Voluntary and Mandatory Contaminated Sites Audits under WA and QLD legislation.
• Audit Support and expert support services.
• Expert Witness and Litigation Support (Consulting and Testifying Experts).
• Independent/third party technical review and advisory services.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Valuable people come from all walks of life. At Western Environmental, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible workforce as well as equal employment opportunities which reflects the clients and community we serve. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people of culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.

The Role

Due to recent major project wins and a strong pipeline of work, an exciting opportunity has arisen for an Junior Auditor Assistant/Experienced Environmental Scientist to join our Contaminated Land Auditing Team in WA. We are also open to considering interstate applicants looking to capitalise on the benefits of living and working in WA, and those that are willing to work remotely from interstate.

This role will see you involved in:

• Working closely with Western Environmental’s Auditor as part of the audit support team to deliver a variety of contaminated site audits in WA and QLD.
• Undertaking comprehensive reviews of technical reports and assisting in preparation of audit reports.
• Assisting in the internal management of audits.
• Assisting with proposal preparation with opportunities for other business development.

Whilst the role is primarily focused on audit support work, the applicant would be expected to engage in consultancy work in between audit and expert witness support projects to maintain their utilisation if needed. 

Successful applicants must demonstrate strong technical understanding and skills in contaminated land assessment and remediation including data analysis and technical report writing. 

About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science/Engineering or a related field.
• 2 – 4 years’ relevant experience in environmental auditing and consulting, specialising in contaminated land projects.
• Methodical working style with an attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines, a self-starter and highly motivated.
• Working knowledge of local, state and national environmental standards and guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to health, safety, environment and quality.
• Previous experience with project management desirable.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong working relationships with peers and clients.
• Must possess current work rights in Australia, such as a valid working visa, permanent residency or citizenship.

Benefits of Joining Western Environmental

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing:

• Competitive benefits and remuneration packages, with a focus on professional development.
• Genuine flexible working arrangements including work from home and flexible work hours.
• Dynamic working environment and opportunity to grow with the company and shape your team and its strategic direction.
• Mentoring for your own development.
• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff.
• Professional Memberships.
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs.
• Social and team building events.

If you are interested in being part of a great team, then we encourage you to apply. Email applications accepted only. Please submit a cover letter addressing the selection criteria along with your resume to [email protected].