At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct site investigations and manage contaminated land projects from start to finish.
- Company: Join AECOM, a leading environmental consulting firm with a focus on sustainability.
- Benefits: Enjoy a supportive culture, career growth opportunities, and a commitment to diversity.
- Other info: Relocate to Canberra for a dynamic work environment with excellent career prospects.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the environment while working on exciting projects across Australia.
- Qualifications: Experience in contaminated land management and strong teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage.
We're committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.
This role is based in our Canberra office.
As a Contaminated Land Consultant, you will join our Geosciences and Remediation Services team, which is part of the broader environment team at AECOM. The role involves working on challenging projects in a range of sectors, with a mix of fieldwork and office work. You will be given the opportunity to work on both local and interstate client sites, collaborating with internal teams, subcontractors and clients.
- Conduct preliminary and detailed site investigations including preparation, sampling and reporting
- Manage data and produce digital reports
- Develop remedial action plans and site validation reports
- Conduct supervision of sub-contractors and remediation contractors during remediation work
- Delivery of contaminated land projects from procurement through to closeout
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
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