Passionate about contaminated land and ready to make a meaningful impact?
Join our growing Contaminated Land team in South Australia and work alongside some of Australia’s leading consultants. This is an opportunity to lead complex, high-impact projects across sectors including Defence, mining, energy and infrastructure, while contributing to the continued growth of a highly regarded practice.
We are seeking an experienced Principal Environmental Consultant to join our Adelaide team. In this role, you will lead technically complex projects, build trusted client relationships and help shape the future direction of our Contaminated Land practice. You will be part of a collaborative team that values technical excellence, strong leadership, genuine teamwork and ongoing professional development.
About the role
As a key member of the Adelaide Contaminated Land team, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality outcomes for clients across Australia. You will apply your technical expertise, leadership and commercial insight to solve complex environmental challenges, support team capability and strengthen our market presence.
What you will do
- Deliver high-quality technical and strategic advice on complex environmental challenges.
- Lead major projects, ensuring strong delivery, commercial performance, risk management and client satisfaction.
- Build and maintain trusted client relationships and identify opportunities for long-term value.
- Drive business development through new work, proposals, key account growth and market engagement.
- Lead, mentor and support team members, building capability and a high-performing team culture.
- Contribute to the leadership and growth of the practice through technical excellence and continuous improvement.
About you
- Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Engineering or a related field, with earth sciences expertise highly regarded.
- Significant experience in contaminated sites assessment, remediation and management, ideally in a consulting environment.
- Strong proposal, reporting and review skills, including scoping and pricing complex works.
- Proven ability to build trusted client relationships and deliver high-quality professional service.
- Established client, industry and regulator networks, with the ability to generate opportunities and win work.
- Strong commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development and project performance.
- Current driver’s licence and willingness to complete police and medical clearances as required.
About us
At JBS&G, A Geosyntec Company, we believe work should be rewarding, flexible and engaging. We have built a Care and Trust culture that we are proud of, one where people are encouraged to grow, share ideas and do their best work. Whether you are in the field, in the office or somewhere in between, you will be supported by a team that values innovation, technical quality and collaboration.
When you join us, you will enjoy:
- Flexible start and finish times, so you can shape your workday around what works best for you.
- The opportunity to purchase additional leave.
- A fun, friendly and supportive workplace, with regular social events and philanthropic initiatives that bring our team together.
- A culture that values excellence and delivering high-quality outcomes on complex and rewarding projects.
- Mentoring programs and access to industry memberships to support your development.
- 50 hours of dedicated professional development time and clear career progression pathways.
- A comprehensive wellbeing program, because when you are supported, work feels better.
At JBS&G, A Geosyntec Company, you will find more than just a role, you will find the opportunity to shape the next stage of your career. For experienced Principal Consultants, we offer the platform to lead high-impact work, build trusted client relationships and influence strategic outcomes across projects, teams and markets. With access to challenging project opportunities, strong leadership support, national collaboration and continued investment in professional development, we are committed to helping you expand your impact and grow your career at a senior level.
Our culture is built on trust, flexibility and collaboration, where good ideas rise quickly and everyone has a hand in shaping the future of our business.
Join us and create your impact.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and able to thrive, no matter their background, identity or life experience. If you are passionate about what you do and excited by the opportunity to make a difference, we would love to hear from you.
People from all walks of life are encouraged to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and people with disability.
JBS&G – A Geosyntec Company does not accept unsolicited agency-referred applications.
