Principal Environmental Scientist - Assessment and Approvals
Montrose Environmental GroupQueensland, Australia
Posted April 10, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Montrose Environmental was one of the first to see environmental responsibility as not just an imperative but as a strategic asset. And we’re well ahead of the curve in applying the latest technologies in practical ways to solve difficult environmental challenges. How? By building a leadership team with exceptional depth of experience and breadth of expertise. By bringing together a wealth of local knowledge that allows us to address homegrown issues across multiple locations. By removing operational roadblocks that stand in the way of streamlined, hassle-free, nation-spanning implementation. And by investing in assets and technologies that will keep us out in front of emerging environmental concerns for years to come. In short, we approach our job the same way our clients approach theirs: With a sense of urgency, a commitment to adding value, and a stubborn refusal to settle for second-best. All to help the people we partner with identify and seize opportunity.
Job Description
We are seeking a Principal Environmental Scientist to join our Assessment and Approvals team in Brisbane, responsible for business development, project management, quality management, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has 15+ years of experience in environmental consulting, tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, and in-depth knowledge of environmental approvals and impact assessments in the Queensland resources sector.
Requirements
- 15+ years of experience within environmental consulting
- Tertiary qualifications from a recognised institute in Environmental Science or related field
- In-depth knowledge of environmental approvals and impact assessments for the Queensland resources sector
- Proven experience with EIS, PRCP and EA approvals
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunities for career development through internal opportunities and one-on-one career conversations
- Regular social events and collaborative work
