Senior Environmental Scientist/ Planner & Environmental Scientist/ Planner

• Multiple Environmental roles available working on Environmental Impact Assessments
• Environmental Scientist/Planner $151,670.00 inclusive of super, Senior Environmental Scientist/Planner competitive remuneration based on skills/ experience
• Hybrid working – Parramatta based
•  Join our growing team at Sydney Water, as Australia’s largest water utility, providing water, wastewater, recycled water and stormwater services to Greater Sydney 

Everyday Sydney Water is providing world-class water and wastewater services to over 5 million people who call Greater Sydney home. We have an extensive capital delivery program to ensure we can continue to deliver for our customers, both now and in the future.

This is a great opportunity for multiple Senior Environmental Scientists and Environmental Scientists to join the high-performing and collaborative Environment and Heritage Services team. You will be responsible for delivering environmental planning and management advice to support the needs of the business in regulation, advocacy, strategy, planning and delivery to improve business, customer and environmental outcomes. You will also be responsible for assessing environmental impacts and securing statutory approvals along the asset value chain.

Senior Environmental Scientists Roles:

About you

• Approximately 7 years relevant industry experience, including the successful delivery of environmental impact assessments, environmental approvals and environmental planning outcomes for projects within NSW
• Tertiary qualifications in environmental science / environmental management/ environmental planning (or other relevant discipline)
• Experience in coaching, mentoring and providing on-the-job training of less experienced environmental professionals
• Technical competency and experience in delivering environmental assessment and related approvals, within risk, cost and business drivers
• Applied knowledge of relevant NSW environmental legislation, policy and industry standards
• Organisational skills and success in prioritising competing requirements and meeting program schedules in a high-volume work environment
• Highly competent report writing skills needed for preparation of environmental assessment documentation
• Proven ability to identify, develop and implement strategies for the management of environmental issues associated with the planning, delivery and/or operation of large infrastructure projects

Environmental Scientist Roles:

About you:

• Approximately 3 years’ relevant industry experience, including preparation of environmental impact assessments and facilitation of environmental approvals for projects within NSW
• Tertiary qualifications in environmental science / environmental management/ environmental planning (or other relevant discipline)
• Applied knowledge of relevant NSW environmental legislation and current environmental issues
• Highly competent report writing skills needed for preparation of environmental assessment documentation
• Experience delivering environmental assessments and approvals considering risk, cost and performance drivers
• Understanding and experience with major water utility or similar
• Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and develop effective working relationships
• Effective oral and written communication and negotiation skills.

 Why our team like working at Sydney Water:

• Huge multi-billion-dollar program of work which shapes Australia’s largest city
• Contribute to the overall liveability of our city by providing essential water services to protect public health and the environment in Sydney
• Be part of a committed, highly skilled and supportive team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney

Dive into Our Great Benefits: 

• Competitive Salary. We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately
• Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being
• Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success
• 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our Employee Assistance Program portal
• Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans
• Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance
• Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW
• Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

Closing Date: Friday 21st February at 11:59PM AEST

Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check. 

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. You also need to reside within Sydney Water’s area of operations (or within commutable distance).

At Sydney Water, we are passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. We have a proud heritage and progressive future providing world class drinking water and services that are vital to our customers’ quality of life and safeguarding Sydney’s future. We see the world is changing, so we are changing too. 

Our vision is to create better lives through world-class services, and we believe that starts with our people. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. Our diverse skills, mindsets and backgrounds work together on exciting and challenging projects that make a difference and help ensure Sydney remains one of the most iconic and liveable cities in the world.

We welcome and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. We will also use your personal information to establish a LiveHire talent profile in our Talent Community.

We look at our Talent Community first when new opportunities come up when you apply for a role. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with LiveHire’s Terms, Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement – Job Application

Please submit your resume, cover letter outlining your experiences and respond to the screening questions as part of the application. Previous applicants for these roles need not apply.

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.