Principal Environmental Planner / Scientist
	Element Environment

Flexible working | Location: NSW | Employment: Permanent Full-time

About Element

Element is a specialised environmental, planning and social sustainability consultancy serving the transport, utilities, waste and recycling, industrial, renewables, resources, residential and government sectors. Our reputation is founded on our collaborative approach, attention to quality and developing robust solutions by thinking differently.

Element is a team of passionate environmental experts dedicated to growth for good. We value Wellbeing and Integrity, fostering a supportive culture where everyone thrives in their career and personal goals. We provide expert advice across industries, promoting excellence and a customer-first approach. You will play a key role in leading our exciting growth strategy.

Our Values

• Creating productive, sustainable, and liveable communities.
• Building trust and treating everyone with respect and fairness.
• Prioritising health, safety, and family.
• Striving for excellence, delivering solutions, and never giving up.
• Encouraging a growth mindset and a continuous learning environment.
• Fostering teamwork and collaboration with positive energy.
• Ensuring client satisfaction and being the go-to consultancy.
• Challenging the norm and practicing what we preach.
• Giving back and contributing to our vision.

If you're seeking a dynamic and fulfilling career journey, we’d love to hear from you!

The Role

As Principal Environmental Planner/Scientist, you’ll manage major projects, lead environmental assessments, and drive business development while managing and supporting your team. Key responsibilities include:

• Leading planning approvals, including EISs, DAs, SSDs, REFs, and more.
• Providing technical advice and solving complex environmental issues.
• Delivering high-quality project outcomes that meet company standards.
• Building strong client relationships, with a focus on business development.
• Leading and mentoring the team, contributing to recruitment, onboarding, and career development.
• Managing project resources and budgets effectively.
• Leveraging technology to innovate and advance the business.

About You

• Degree in Environmental Science, Planning, or Environmental Engineering.
• 8-15 years’ experience in waste management, circular economy, infrastructure, resource recovery, industrial, or renewable energy sectors.
• Proven expertise in EISs, DAs, SSDs, REFs, and environmental planning pathways.
• Strong technical knowledge, project management skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and graphic.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Experience in client engagement, people management, and mentoring.
• Proficient in Office 365 and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• CENvP REAP certification is desirable.

What’s In It For You

• Competitive salary and 11.5% superannuation.
• An additional week of annual leave beyond the national standard.
• Flexible working model—we’ve been leaders in this since 2013.
• A senior leadership role with the opportunity to contribute directly to the company’s strategy and scaling up plan.
• Daily access to Executive and Leaders for support and advice.
• Opportunities for mentoring, continuous learning, and career growth.
• A collaborative and supportive team.
• Diverse work across various sectors and clients.
• Exciting opportunities to contribute during our scaling-up phase.
• Technical equipment and a work mobile phone provided.

How to Apply

If this sounds like your next great leadership opportunity, we’d love to hear from you!

For enquiries, or to discuss adjustments needed during the application process, please contact:
Bronwen Bamberger, Executive Director Wellbeing, People and Culture
Phone: 0418 191 092 | Email: bronwen@elementenvironment.com.au.

To apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter via LinkedIn by merging them into a single document, outlining your skills, experience, and why you’re interested in this position.

Closing Date: Monday, 4th November at 9am.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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