Marine Environmental Consultant

As part of the continued growth of our services in the energy and resources sectors, ERM has an exciting opportunity for a Marine Environmental Consultant to join our team in Perth and assist in the delivery of our portfolio of projects to our key clients.This is an excellent opportunity for a professional consultant looking to advance their career with a global environmental leader.About the opportunity:In this fast paced and dynamic role you will support a wide range of projects with a focus on environmental impact assessments in marine and coastal environments.Support the delivery of large-scale capital development projects, including for renewables, oil and gas (with a growing portfolio of decommissioning-related work), mining and infrastructure sector clients.Be a part of multidisciplinary project teams and network with ERM's global marine science technical community to share resources and best practice approaches across the industry.Key attributes:Strong commitment to safety; ability to follow established health and safety protocols.Effective written and verbal communication; organizational and analytical skills; experience recording, inputting and managing technical data and preparing reports.Understanding of / experience working with data management software / databases would be beneficial.Attention to detail, ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, and work independently with minimal supervision.Ability to succeed in a consulting environment, simultaneously handling multiple project assignments and meeting strict deadlines.Dependable, with integrity, respect, positive outlook, and customer focus and the ability to work as a team player.Strong interest in marine and coastal ecosystems, potential threats, coastal management issues, and strategies for protection and conservation is essential.Australian Working Rights.If you have the following, we want to hear from you:Tertiary qualifications in a relevant field (marine science, environmental science, environmental management).Relevant post graduate qualifications such as Honours or Masters would be an advantage and /or 1-2 years of experience in a similar role.Previous experience in environmental consultancy, environmental regulation or industry is an advantage.Understanding of Australian environmental approvals processes.If this sounds like you, and you're looking to join a fun and vibrant team where you can add real value and make a difference, then we want to hear from you. At ERM our only asset is our people and we strive to provide a working environment and benefits that both attract and retain top talent. We offer a competitive package, flexible working options and a strong team atmosphere and a professional and collaborative culture.ERM Employee Benefits:Structured career development, including access to mentoring and collaboration opportunities with industry leading technical experts,Discretionary performance bonuses and incentives;Professional memberships, including paid annual membership to a relevant professional organisation;Wellness ‘You’ Day, access to 1 ‘wellness day’ per quarter, in addition to annual leave;Access to purchased additional leave;Flexible working arrangements;Continuous training and development including support for external training; and capacity building opportunities through our learning hub;Access to a wide variety of local, interstate, and international projects;Employee Assistance Programs including mental and physical health wellness support, confidential access to a wellbeing coach and discounts with a range of retailers;Opportunity to join and work in local communities through the ERM foundation.Who We AreAs the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM beliefs that include Together we Challenge, Expertise is our Superpower, and Impact Ignites us.ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status or disability status.Candidates may be invited to complete an online assessment as part of our recruitment process. All personal information will be handled confidentially and in compliance with data protection laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Environmental Resources Management (ERM)