Environmental Approvals Lead

Want to bring ideas to life?

You’re in the right place. We’ve been a leading design, engineering and advisory company for decades. So why choose Aurecon? It really comes down to one, crucial question: what kind of world do you want to create for the next generation? Truth is, the decisions being made right now will determine the future of everything – from the local community to the sustainability of our clients’ businesses – to the entire planet. One of those decisions is: who do you decide to work for?

How will your ideas contribute to shaping what’s next?

Aurecon’s Western Australian Environment and Planning team have a strong capability from project planning and feasibility to construction on a wide range of development and infrastructure projects across both WA and Australia. We’re currently looking for an Environmental Approvals Lead to join our Perth business. You will play an integral part in a team that ‘bring ideas to life’ for our clients across the energy, resources, transport, land and water, built environment and government sectors.

Here are the key things you will do:

• Use your experience in applying Commonwealth and Western Australian environmental approvals legislation to prepare referrals/approvals documents/licence applications and permits, providing high quality guidance and advice to our clients.

• Have input into preparing fee proposals and tender submissions, assessing and reporting on technical documentation, leading multi-disciplinary project teams, managing sub-consultants, and delivery of projects.

• Interact with internal and external clients, proactively maintain client relationships and business development opportunities, providing sound advice that meets client needs across Energy, Resources, Infrastructure and Land development industries.

• Provide technical direction and oversight to the Environmental Approvals.

What are we looking for from you?

You’ll have a genuine passion for re-imagining problems and continuous learning to help shape the future. To be successful, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, or similar

• Experience in managing and coordinating the process of obtaining necessary permits, licences and approvals. This would ideally include application of the requirements under the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cth) (EPBC Act), Environmental Protection Act WA 1986 (Part IV and Part V), and Mining Act WA 1978.

• Experience in environmental impact assessment and environmental management.

• Experience in project management and/or consulting, with strong project financial delivery acumen.

• Experience in liaising with internal teams, external stakeholders, and government officials to ensure compliance and timely project/approval progression for development projects

• Demonstrated strengths in technical leadership and mentoring, development and growth

• Strong understanding of mining, energy and/or industrial projects would be beneficial.

• Full time preferred.

• Defence clearance eligibility is desirable but not essential.

How will your future be shaped by us?

Join Aurecon and work at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. We champion inclusivity, flexibility and career growth, supporting you with mentoring, training and wellbeing programs, and competitive leave arrangements.

Ready to bring ideas to life? 

Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more at www.aurecongroup.com or you can apply now!