At Umwelt Australia, our purpose is to enable change for the better. As a leading Australian environmental consulting business, we are passionate about delivering sustainable outcomes for our clients, communities and the environment. With over 30 years of experience and 8 office locations nationally, Umwelt has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality environmental and social advisory services across Australia. Our people are at the heart of our success and we are proud of the collaborative and supportive culture we have created.
In Queensland, our multidisciplinary team of environmental, ecological, social, water, spatial and heritage consultants delivers high quality outcomes for clients across renewable energy, resources, infrastructure, government and defence sectors. Supported by strong and sustained growth, our QLD business has become a recognised leader in environmental and planning consulting, both within the state and across Australia.
Due to continued growth, Umwelt Brisbane is seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Environmental Consultant to lead and expand our QLD Resources Sector.
In this senior leadership role, you will combine strong technical expertise, commercial acumen and client relationship management to drive growth across Queensland’s resources market. Drawing on your experience in environmental approvals, impact assessment, compliance, environmental management and multidisciplinary project delivery, you will provide strategic advice to clients and lead the successful delivery of complex projects.
You will play a key role in shaping sector strategy, strengthening client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. Working closely with executive leaders and industry stakeholders, you will develop pursuit strategies, lead proposals and bids and grow Umwelt’s presence across the resources sector.
As a senior technical leader, you will provide oversight and review of complex environmental projects, ensuring high-quality, commercially focused outcomes that meet client and regulatory requirements. You may also act as Project Manager or Project Director, overseeing project performance, budgets, resourcing, risk management and delivery.
A key focus of the role is developing people and building capability across the team. You will mentor and support consultants at all levels, foster collaboration and knowledge sharing, and contribute to a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
As part of Umwelt’s national business, you will connect clients with our broader planning, environmental, heritage, social and engagement expertise while upholding our values, safety culture, quality standards and commitment to exceptional client outcomes.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, passionate and driven individual with 15 + years’ experience. In this role you will develop your consulting, writing, project management and technical skills through delivering a range of planning and environmental consulting projects.
Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:
At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.
The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.
If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.
If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at HRManagement@umwelt.com.au
As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.
Umwelt has been trusted by clients and communities for over 30 years.
From our humble beginnings, we’ve proudly grown into a leading Australian, employee-owned environmental and social professional services consultancy, with sustainability at our core.
Our experience spans a range of key sectors including renewables, resources, Defence, infrastructure, urban development, and policy and advisory services. Our national, multidisciplinary team possesses the expertise and applied experience to guide you through every phase and aspect of your project.
With genuine leaders across multiple disciplines, we thrive on exceeding client expectations and delivering improved project outcomes for communities and the planet.
