Environmental Scientist Consultant - Ground Water & Surface Water

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

Formerly known as Epic Environmental, the Australian arm of Onterris has kept the strong culture we are well known for. The team continues to work closely with clients, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes without an overemphasis on KPIs   and w e offer flexible working arrangements where the role permits to support   a positive   work-life balance .

Our teams   have the opportunity to   work alongside industry leaders, auditors,   and professionals   with vast experience within our industry, while enjoying regular social events and collaborative work that bring the team together. Onterris also supports career development through relevant internal opportunities and individual one-on-one career conversations focused on growth and progression.

We are seeking an Environmental Scientist Consultant to join our Strategic Water Services team, working out of our   thriving Brisbane  office where you will   be responsible for   a full range of activities including:

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Regularly   participating   in field work, sometimes in remote locations

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Working with interdisciplinary teams across the business

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Using   previous   experience and knowledge to complete installations and processing of pressure transducers to groundwater hydrographs

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Undertaking field investigations, data   interpretation   and report preparations

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Engaging with internal and external clients and subcontractors in planning and delivering   high quality   outcomes

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Preparing written reports, including   a high level   of attention to   detail   and using objective driven focus

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Using   previous   experience and knowledge for permeability testing of aquifers and groundwater modelling

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• 1-2 years of experience in an environmental consultancy

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental   Management   or a related discipline

• Working knowledge of relevant QLD and NSW environmental legislation

• Experience in groundwater sampling techniques (peri-pump, bladder,   hydrosleeve ) essential

• Experience in geological logging and interpretation   required

• D emonstrated experience in the d esign and installation of groundwater monitoring bores

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com .

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.