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Environmental Impact Assessment Lead

South Townsville, QLD, au🌐 Remote💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-14 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead environmental impact assessments and state/commonwealth approval processes for energy transition, water security, and transport projects.

Role type

Senior environmental professional (ecology & approvals strategy)

Builds

Environmental assessments, management plans, and approval documentation for sustainable development projects

Domain

Environmental consulting, ecology, regulatory approvals

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Ecology expertise, biodiversity assessment, environmental impact assessment, regulatory framework knowledge, project management, team coordination, strategic advising, business development, mentoring

Preferred skills

Experience at Senior/Principal level, knowledge of Queensland environmental frameworks, ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Lead environmental impact assessments and State and Commonwealth approval processes; Apply ecological values and biodiversity risks to develop practical approval strategies; Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee preparation of environmental assessments and management plans; Provide strategic advice to clients while managing project scope, budgets, and technical quality; Build trusted relationships with clients, regulators, and stakeholders; Mentor team members and support practice growth

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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