Principal Scientist/ Team Leader – Contaminated Land

Job title:

Principal Scientist/ Team Leader – Contaminated Land

Company

Lifelancer

Job description

Job Title: Principal Scientist/ Team Leader – Contaminated Land (PERTH)Job Location: Edinburgh, UKJob Location Type: HybridJob Contract Type: Full-timeJob Seniority Level: Mid-Senior levelWe are looking for an experienced Principal Scientist/ Team Leader to join our contaminated sites team in Perth ., Australia. ***Relocation package available and sponsorship considered *** Make your move to WA today!Based at our Subiaco office with flexibility to work from both office and home t his is an opportunity to grow and develop your career whilst working with a great team of environmental engineers, scientists, geologists, hydrologists, and hydrogeologists, providing contaminated land assessment and remediation consulting on a wide range of projects.About The RoleAs a Principal Scientist/ Team Leader Contaminated Sites Consultant, you will:

• Manage field investigation programs and review laboratory data, including tabulation and interpretation of analytical results to inform appropriate remedial and/or management requirements.
• Prepare technical reports for contamination (PSI, SAQP, DSI, RAP, SRV) and Acid Sulfate Soils (ASSDMP, Closure Reports)
• Assist in HazMat surveys and HazMat clearance inspections and develop HazMat Management Plans (HMMPs) and clearance certificates.
• Develop human health and ecological risk assessments.
• Conceive, design and manage large projects;
• Evaluate/analyse field and technical data;
• Undertake and present independent studies, analysis, interpretations, conclusions and decisions;
• Coordinate work programs and the use of project resources;
• Liaise with clients and regulators;
• Mentor and coach junior Scientists, fostering their professional growth and development within the team.

About YouThe successful candidate will be tertiary qualified in Environmental / Earth Science, Chemistry, Geology or a related field who has;

• 10+ years’ experience in Contaminated Sites / Remediation
• Experience in the assessment and remediation of contaminated sites in Australia and a sound working knowledge of NEPM 2013, HEPA 2020, DWER 2021 and DoH 2021 guidance;
• Experience of Acid Sulfate Soils;
• Experience in HazMat Audit and Removals Supervision
• Excellent report and proposal writing skills with the ability to prepare; technical reports;
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Desirable experience and qualifications:
• Certified Environmental Practitioner is desirable
• Qualifications relating to asbestos management is deemed to be favourable; CPCCBC4051A Supervise Asbestos Removal, CPCCDE3014A Remove Non-friable Asbestos, CPCCDE3015A Remove Friable Asbestos.
• Experience with ESdat and Alpha Tracker

What’s On OfferAlong with a competitive salary, RPS provides a welcoming and collaborative work environment amongst a team of dedicated and pragmatic environmental experts. RPS offers many benefits to ensure your professional development and well-being; these include but are not limited to:

• Competitive Salary plus Relocation Package
• Sponsorship considered
• Flexible/Hybrid work arrangements
• Professional Membership p.a. reimbursement
• Paid Parental and Partner Leave
• $250 Active Lifestyle Allowance p.a
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme + salary packaging;
• Professional and technical development programs incl, study assistance and online learning
• Active social clubs, Employee Assistance Program, Service Recognition and more++

About UsRPS, A Tetra Tech company – representing an exciting new chapter in our business, RPS became a Tetra Tech company in January 2023. With 27,000 employees in more than 550 offices in more than 120 countries on seven continents, Tetra Tech is a leading, global provider of consulting and engineering services. As a Tetra Tech company, RPS is proud to offer our people market-leading development and project opportunities, helping to solve some of the world’s most complex problems.We are a proudly accredited, Family Friendly Employer and a Committed Veteran’s Employment Supporter.Our ApproachOur people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. ‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’Recruitment AgenciesWe have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.Lifelancer ( ) is a talent-hiring platform in Life Sciences, Pharma and IT. The platform connects talent with opportunities in pharma, biotech, health sciences, healthtech and IT domains.For more details and to find similar roles, please check out the below Lifelancer link.

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Location

Edinburgh

Job date

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 23:40:25 GMT

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