Environment Specialist

Thrive in a dynamic role as you shape WA’s water future. We are looking for people who are inspired to find better solutions, so together we can shape WA’s water future. At Water Corporation, we pride ourselves on being more than just a workplace. Our community is made up of committed and energetic individuals who prioritise a healthy work-life balance and embrace a diverse and vibrant culture

About The Role

We have a 12 month fixed term opportunity joining our Environmental Approvals & Delivery team. You’ll lead the delivery of environmental outcomes by providing expertise in environmental approvals under State and Commonwealth environmental legislation. Based in Leederville, a lively suburb, 5 minutes from Perth’s CBD. There’s plenty of places to eat and hang out, and you’re only 5 minutes away from the nearest train station – an easy commute when you’re heading into the office. This role will be reporting to the Team Lead - Approvals & Delivery.

What the role will involve

• Develop and implement approvals strategies to secure project approvals under relevant State and Commonwealth legislation (Environmental Protection Act 1986 (Parts IV and V), Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999)
• Apply critical and strategic thinking skills to assess proposed approvals pathways to meet state development priorities
• Work with multidisciplinary project teams to de-risk environmental approvals through application of the mitigation hierarchy
• Develop survey and environmental study scopes to support approvals, procuring and managing consultants
• Interpret survey findings and technical reports for integration into approval documents
• Collaborate with consultants, technical specialists, and internal teams to gather inputs and manage deliverables
• Undertake environmental impact assessment, preparing and submitting environmental approvals under State and Commonwealth legislation
• Engage with regulators and other stakeholders including DWER, DCCEEW, DBCA and others to secure environmental approvals
• Provide leadership, expert technical advice and reviewing policy and position statements including writing, reviewing and updating protocols and supporting the development and provision of strategic advice on environmental issues and compliance

Real benefits that matter

• Real flexibility with options to work from home, 9-day fortnight, flexible work hours
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation scheme, offering up to 16%. This includes 12% standard employer contribution, plus an additional 2% employer co-contribution that matches your own 2% 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

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

About You

• Degree level qualification in environmental science or related discipline
• Substantial experience in environmental impact assessment and approvals
• Considerable experience with processes under environmental legislation and their management in a large, diverse, commercial, or regulatory organisation
• Considerable experience interacting with regulators, stakeholders, and interest groups
• Demonstrated expert knowledge and skill identifying and obtaining environmental approvals to minimise business and compliance risks
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in applying strategic thinking to solve complex problems
• Experience in delivering environmental approvals for marine projects (desirable, not essential)
• Ability to work autonomously and influence multidisciplinary teams to deliver positive environmental outcomes

Sound like a match? Apply today

If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your skills and experience as well as your ability to meet the requirements of the role. 

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 October 2025

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment.

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 08 9420 2000. To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website