Opportunity brief
WSP is hiring for the role of Engineer - Environment Impact Assessment!
Responsibilities of the Candidate:
- Support preparation of approvals documentation including Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) and Environmental Effects Statements (EES), Review of Environmental Factors (REFs)
- Assist with EPBC Act referrals and State-based approvals processes
- Undertake environmental constraints analysis using publicly available data and mapping tools
- Contribute to environmental assessments and reporting with clear, structured outputs
- Undertake reviews of Commonwealth and State regulatory requirements
- Maintain environmental approvals registers and compliance trackers
- Support environmental audits and due diligence activities
- Contribute to project delivery within agreed scope, programme and quality expectations
- Identify emerging risks or issues and escalate to senior team members
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate environmental inputs
- Build understanding of approvals pathways and environmental legislation
- Contribute to team knowledge sharing and continuous improvement
Requirements:
- Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, Ecology or similar - 1–4 years' experience in geospatial, environmental, or related disciplines (flexible depending on level). - Experience in a consulting or project-based environment supporting multidisciplinary work (desirable). - Foundational understanding of Australian environmental and planning frameworks - Strong written communication and analytical ability - Ability to interpret environmental data and constraints - Attention to detail and ability to work across multiple tasks - Experience or exposure to supporting ecology and environmental approvals projects, ideally within sectors such as mining, energy, transport, or water. - Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outputs within agreed timeframes and budgets. - Experience with Australian or Commonwealth environmental projects. - Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within and across multidisciplinary teams. - Demonstrates self-awareness and a willingness to learn, adapt, and incorporate feedback. - Flexible and adaptable, able to respond to changing project requirements and priorities. - Committed to delivering high-quality work, balancing technical accuracy with efficient delivery to timelines and budgets. - Professional and reliable, with the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.