Principal Scientist - Environmental Planning and Approvals
Core
Senior environmental specialist providing expert advice on planning, impact assessment, and regulatory approvals for complex projects in Western Australia.
Role type
Senior IC environmental scientist (planning & approvals)
Builds
Environmental approvals strategies, technical reports, and management plans for clients in WA.
Domain
Environmental consulting, regulatory compliance, impact assessment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Environmental planning expertise, impact assessment, knowledge of WA and Commonwealth legislation, technical report writing, stakeholder engagement, project management, mentoring
Preferred skills
Professional certifications, active industry organization involvement
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide environmental approvals advice and develop practical strategies; Deliver senior technical input across planning and impact assessment projects; Prepare and review environmental assessments and technical reports; Coordinate technical inputs from specialists; Engage with clients, regulators, and stakeholders; Support proposal preparation and project planning; Provide technical guidance and mentoring to colleagues
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentoring responsibilities