Senior Environmental Scientist - Contaminated Lands We are looking for an experienced Contamination Specialist to join our team Environmental team.
This opportunity can be based at either our Brisbane, Sunshine Coast or Gold Coast offices.
This is an opportunity to grow and develop your career whilst working with a great team of environmental experts who provide environmental technical services to support the needs of our clients and the growth of Contamination Land Management (CLM) services by supporting the strategic goals within the Remediation Project Management service line.
You will lead projects, mentor other team members and support projects.
ABOUT THE JOB As a Senior Scientist - Contaminated Sites Consultant, you will: Manage field investigation programs and review laboratory data, including tabulation and interpretation of analytical results to inform appropriate remedial and/or management requirements.
Prepare technical reports for contamination (PSI, SAQP, DSI, RAP, SRV) and Acid Sulfate Soils (ASSDMP, Closure Reports) Assist in HazMat surveys and HazMat clearance inspections and develop HazMat Management Plans (HMMPs) and clearance certificates.
Develop human health and ecological risk assessments.
Conceive, design and manage large projects; Evaluate/analyse field and technical data; Undertake and present independent studies, analysis, interpretations, conclusions and decisions; Coordinate work programs and the use of project resources; Liaise with clients and regulators; ABOUT YOU The successful candidate will be tertiary qualified in Environmental / Earth Science, Chemistry, Geology or a related field who has; Minimum of 8 years' experience in Contaminated Sites / Remediation Experience in the assessment and remediation of contaminated sites in Australia and a sound working knowledge of NEPM 2013, HEPA 2020, DWER 2021 and DoH 2021 guidance; Experience of Acid Sulfate Soils; Experience in HazMat Audit and Removals Supervision Excellent report and proposal writing skills with the ability to prepare; technical reports; Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable experience and qualifications: Certified Environmental Practitioner is desirable Qualifications relating to asbestos management is deemed to be favourable; CPCCBC4051A Supervise Asbestos Removal, CPCCDE3014A Remove Non-friable Asbestos, CPCCDE3015A Remove Friable Asbestos.
Experience with ESdat and Alpha Tracker WHAT'S ON OFFER RPS will provide you with the opportunity to work with some of the most influential and talented industry leaders whilst enjoying the opportunity to broaden your experience in a professional, delivery-focused working environment, where your contribution will be recognised and rewarded.
Competitive Salary Package Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements Professional Membership p.a.
reimbursement Paid Parental and Partner Leave $250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a.
Monthly Phone Allowance Additional annual leave purchase scheme + salary packaging; Professional and technical development programs incl, study assistance and online learning Active social clubs, Employee Assistance Program, Service Recognition and more++ RPS, A Tetra Tech company - representing an exciting new chapter in our business, RPS became a Tetra Tech company in January 2023.
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