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NSW and ACT Environmental Approvals, Heritage and Ecology Manager

Newcastle, NSW, auFull-time2026-10-08 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Lead AECOM's Sydney, Newcastle, and Canberra environmental and approvals business, guiding multidisciplinary teams in environmental planning, impact assessment, ecology, heritage, and social impact for major infrastructure and energy projects.

Role type

Director-level Sector Manager (Strategy & Business Leadership)

Builds

Integrated environmental solutions and regulatory approvals for clients in transport, energy, water, defence, and urban development.

Domain

Environmental consulting, infrastructure, energy, and regulatory compliance in Australia.

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

People leadership, business development, financial performance management, strategic advisory, change management, stakeholder engagement, team culture development, market analysis, project governance.

Preferred skills

Experience with geographically dispersed teams, professional accreditation in environmental disciplines, track record in professional services consulting.

Responsibilities

Lead and shape the future direction of the NSW & ACT environmental business, provide leadership and guidance to technical specialists, drive business growth and commercial outcomes, develop and mentor future leaders, foster a culture of collaboration and technical excellence, align team needs with client and business objectives.

Seniority

Director, hands-on leadership & strategy