Environmental Scientist (2 Roles)

Sydney Water Job Opportunity Sydney Water offers a competitive benefits package, including health and wellness programs & professional development opportunities. Join a dynamic, diverse, and high performing team in an exciting time of growth! 2 x Full-time Permanent Roles located at Parramatta - 13A $130,795.40, base salary. At Sydney Water, we're passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities. About us We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve. About the role Sydney Water's dynamic Environment and Heritage team works across a variety of civil infrastructure projects in the planning phase and fosters an inclusive and supportive learning culture. The Environmental Scientist will deliver environmental planning, assessment and approvals advice that enables infrastructure development activities and environmental outcomes. Responsibilities include: Performing environmental planning, identifying approval pathways and preparing impact assessments in accordance with technical standards, legislative obligations and internal delegations Under supervision, securing appropriate environmental approvals, licences and permits Providing environmental advice to infrastructure project teams and technical audiences, drawing upon experience and established procedures/guidelines Scoping, engaging and managing the provision of specialist technical expertise Supporting and maintaining effective internal and external stakeholder relationships Contributing to innovation, knowledge sharing and provide on-the-job training to less experienced team members What's in it for you Flexible/Hybrid working Use of vehicle for work purposes as required Parking options available Childcare allowances Up to 18 weeks Parental leave Novated lease options Fitness Passport offering access to hundreds of gyms and pools around NSW Flu vaccinations and discounted options on health insurance membership providers. About you You are a passionate advocate for the natural environment, and have practical, hands-on experience as an Environmental Scientist, with experience in environmental impact assessment or environmental planning preferably in an infrastructure utility or consultancy space. You will have: Tertiary qualifications in environmental science/environmental management (or other relevant discipline) and about 3 years experience in a relevant role Proven experience in environmental planning, environmental impact assessment and environmental approvals for infrastructure development projects Sound knowledge of relevant environmental legislation and current environmental issues Competent identification and implementation of actions to manage environmental issues and assure environmental performance for engineering projects Highly developed oral and written communication and negotiation skills Understanding and experience with major water or other similar infrastructure utility Sydney Water welcomes you to #J-18808-Ljbffr