Senior Environmental Advisor

EHS Support is a specialty environmental consulting firm providing solutions to complex environmental, health, and safety challenges across various industries. They focus on hiring talented, motivated people who enjoy collaborating and delivering value to clients, emphasizing solutions over problems.

Location: Perth, Australia - Remote

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the planning, preparation, submission and delivery of primary environmental approvals at both State and Commonwealth levels, including Part IV EPA referrals and assessments under the Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA), Ministerial Statements, clearing permits, Part V licences, and referrals and approvals under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act).
• Oversee the lifecycle management of environmental approvals and consent conditions, ensuring ongoing compliance with WA and Commonwealth legislation, bilateral assessment arrangements and recognised industry standards.
• Work with Clients to integrate environmental risk management, sustainability objectives and approval conditions into project planning, delivery and asset operations.
• Lead regulator and stakeholder engagement strategies, maintaining strong and credible relationships with the WA EPA, DWER, DEMIRS and the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).

Requirements

• A tertiary degree in Environmental Science / Engineering, management, or similar.
• 10+ years of experience in environmental approvals, both primary and secondary.
• Proven ability to build and sustain client relationships.
• Strong understanding of Commonwealth and State environmental legislation.
• Broader experience in environmental management and stakeholder engagement is advantageous.
• A proven track record in business development.
• Strong written, verbal, and strategic thinking skills.
• Authorisation to work in Australia.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements to support a healthy work–life balance.
• A competitive salary package that reflects your skills and expertise.
• Bonuses to reward you for helping grow our team.
• An opportunity to participate in revenue sharing.
• A structured mentoring program designed to support your professional and career development.
• Paid parental leave to support you and your family.
• Opportunities to work on diverse and challenging projects that expand your experience and capabilities.
• A collaborative, employee‑owned business with strong values and accessible leadership.
• Regular social events and a vibrant team culture that makes coming to work enjoyable.
• Clear pathways for career progression and growth, tailored to your goals.

Additional Information

• Join us and build a rewarding career where you can make a real impact—on projects, clients, the environment, and your own professional journey.