Environmental Scientist/Engineer - Contaminated Land

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll  

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries.  

Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture & Landscape. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we help shape the societies of tomorrow.  

How we act is core to our identity and reputation as The Partner for Sustainable Change. We aim to be a role model in our industry through inclusivity, disclosure and our aim to achieve net zero in our operations by 2030. We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative and empowering culture. 

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion 

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics.  

We are looking for consultants who want to push the boundaries of their profession and develop excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture. At Ramboll we work to create a sustainable future and to deliver innovative solutions to a variety of clients. You will be joining a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we aim to leave a positive impact on societies, businesses and communities around the world. 

Inviting bright minds 

An opportunity exists for an Environmental Scientist/Engineer to join our National Site Solutions team working across all aspects of contaminated land management.  The role will be based primarily in Newcastle but will support our broader client base across Hunter Valley, Central Coast, Sydney, NSW, WA and beyond. 

As a member of a national team, we will provide you with valuable experience working on a range of legacy industrial, fuel infrastructure, residential development and commercial sites, with ongoing exposure to specialist areas including risk assessment, emerging contaminants, hydrogeology, remediation planning and Auditing.   

About you 

As part of Ramboll you will work with a global group of experienced consultants in our Ramboll Environment and Health (REH) team. You will receive mentoring and support from senior staff (locally and overseas) and have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of complex and interesting projects. 

You will be: 

• Values driven 

• Performance and deadline oriented 

• Focused on the safety of yourself and others 

• A continuous learner who is energised by challenge, complexity and change 

• Collaborative, inclusive and emotionally intelligent 

About the Position 

Your responsibilities in this role will include: 

• Site based activity coordination and site team management; 

• Commercial project management; 

• Environmental data acquisition for surface water, groundwater, soil, sediment, soil vapor and associated meteorology  

• Preparation of contaminated land assessment reports 

• Management of large data sources, including documenting data, recording observations and use of database, and digital and AI based data management tools; 

• Developing a network with Ramboll specialists across Australia, APAC and globally. 

What we can offer you 

• Commitment to your development 

• Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles  

• A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are 

• Inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects  

• The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company 

Your starting point for constant growth 

We will support your continued personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. 

For this role, your starting points are: 

• 3 to 5+ years of professional experience in contaminated land management or a closely related field.  

• Willingness to coordinate and implement site work with regular travel within NSW (and occasionally interstate); 

• Degree(s) in environmental science or engineering related discipline(s)  

• Full drivers’ license  

• Ability to communicate effectively and manage time efficiently. 

• Capability to work independently with minimal supervision. 

• Dedication to meeting the expectations and requirements of our valued clients. 

About our Environment & Health division 

Ramboll develops innovative, scientifically sound solutions that help increase liveability by reducing pollution and restoring natural environments. One of the world’s leading environmental and health consultancies, our bright minds are trusted by clients to manage their most challenging environmental, health and social issues. 

Excited to take the next step? 

We’d love to hear from you. Please submit your application and CV outlining your experience, aspirations and availability. We celebrate diversity in all its expressions and welcome applicants from every background. 

Ramboll in Asia Pacific

Ramboll has close to 500 experts working across more than 10 offices in Asia Pacific. We are present in Australia, China, Hong Kong SAR, Malaysia, India, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore. Our experts are applying their passion to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions in markets as diverse as Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Architecture & Landscape. Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a people company.  We invite you to contribute to a sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture.