Senior Environmental Scientist

Why join Epic?

You’ll work on a mix of projects — infrastructure, contaminated land, renewables, and more — with opportunities to undertake fieldwork and reporting.

We’re a down-to-earth team that supports, shares, and celebrates. From day one, you’ll be surrounded by people who want to see you succeed.

With structured development, mentoring, and access to senior leaders, you’ll get the tools and opportunities to take your career to the next level.

Join Our Contaminated Land Team in Sydney

We’re looking for a Senior Environmental Scientist to support and lead the delivery of contaminated land and broader environmental projects in NSW and nationally. This role is perfect for someone with 7-10 years' experience who wants more ownership, variety, and growth.

What You’ll Be Doing

Work on challenging and rewarding projects across Australia, Asia-Pacific, Canada and the United States that contribute to better environmental outcomes

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and senior staff

Leading delivery of PSIs, DSIs, RAPs for complex urban renewal, precinct level design and remediation projects

Overseeing complex fieldwork tasks, including soil, groundwater, surface water and vapour sampling

Preparing technical reports and client deliverables

Leading proposal preparation and project costing

Liaising with clients, subcontractors and regulators

What You’ll Need

Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering or related discipline

7-10 years’ consulting experience in contaminated land

Industry certification (CEnvP or CPSS) or keen interest to pursue this

Solid understanding of NSW and national environmental frameworks (NEPM, NEMP, etc.)

Strong communication and technical writing skills

Confidence in the field, with an eye for detail and technical excellence

A team-first attitude and a proactive mindset

Willingness to learn from others at all career levels

Desire to ask questions and think critically about technical matters

Interest in developing your career!

What’s in It for You

Working closely with contaminated land auditors and industry leaders

Support to be involved in industry bodies

Hands-on mentoring and career development planning

Flexible work options, including WFH

Competitive salary and tailored benefits

Access to diverse, high-profile projects

Regular social events and a strong team culture

Employee Assistance Program

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