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Principal - Environmental Impact Assessment
Water Corporation
Leederville, UAE
Full Time
Lead
Remote
4 weeks ago
Environmental Impact AssessmentEnvironmental ApprovalsEnvironmental Protection Act 1986Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999EPBC ActRisk Assessment
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About the Role
Water Corporation seeks an experienced environmental professional to lead environmental approvals and compliance for urban planning and development projects.
Key Skills for This Role
Environmental Impact AssessmentEnvironmental ApprovalsEnvironmental Protection Act 1986Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999EPBC ActRisk Assessment
Responsibilities
- Lead development and implementation of environmental approvals strategies under s.38 and s.48 of EP Act and Biodiversity Conservation Act
- Provide expert advice and technical review of environmental documentation including impact assessments and management plans
- Communicate approvals conditions and compliance obligations during asset handover
- Represent Water Corporation with external stakeholders such as DWER, DBCA, EPA
- Contribute to urban planning, policy development, and environmental governance
- Promote environmental sustainability by integrating environmental considerations into business decisions
- Foster team culture of trust and inclusion through mentoring and coaching
Requirements
- Degree in environmental science or related field
- Substantial experience in environmental impact assessments in planning and urban development context
- Demonstrated success securing approvals under EP Act Parts IV & V, EPBC Act
- In depth understanding of environmental risk assessment and urban/rural planning processes
- Proven ability to build strong relationships with regulators and industry bodies
- Advanced communication, strategic thinking, and problem solving skills
Full Job Posting
About the Role
- We have a permanent opportunity for an experienced environmental professional to join our Environment team as a Principal Environmental Impact Assessment (Planning).
- This position is a new role to assist with the delivery of Water Corporation’s infrastructure by securing environmental approvals for housing and planning developments.
- This role is based in our Leederville office.
What the Role Will Involve
- Lead the development and implementation of environmental approvals strategies and advice under s.38 and s.48 of the Environmental Protection Act 1986 as well as the Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999.
- Provide expert advice and technical review of environmental documentation, including impact assessments, management plans, and briefing notes.
- Communicate approvals conditions and compliance obligations during the asset handover phase.
- Represent Water Corporation with key external stakeholders such as DWER, DBCA, EPA, and advocacy groups.
- Contribute to urban planning, policy development, and environmental governance, including risk assessments and early stage project input.
- Promote environmental sustainability by integrating environmental considerations into business decisions throughout the asset lifecycle.
- Foster a team culture of trust and inclusion while supporting staff through mentoring and coaching.
- Ensure alignment with corporate policies, ethical standards, and accountability frameworks.
About You
- A degree in environmental science or a related field.
- Substantial experience in environmental impact assessments in a planning and urban development context.
- Demonstrated success securing approvals under relevant legislation (e.g. EP Act Parts IV & V, EPBC Act).
- In depth understanding of environmental risk assessment, and urban and rural planning processes.
- Proven ability to build strong relationships with regulators, industry bodies, and mentoring/coaching internal teams.
- Advanced communication, strategic thinking, and problem solving skills.
- A commitment to continuous improvement, environmental advocacy, and ethical leadership.
Real Benefits That Matter
- Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9 day fortnights, and flexible work hours.
- Two well being days each year.
- Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service.
- Co contribution superannuation scheme: 12% employer contribution plus additional 2% co contribution.
- Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural and ceremonial leave of up to 5 days.
Application Process
- Please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience.
- As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check.
- Applications close Friday 3rd July 2026.
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