Environmental Scientist – Contamination Specialist

Location: Perth, WA

RPS, a Tetra Tech company, is a global professional services firm delivering sustainable solutions across the built and natural environment. With 5,600 people operating in 125 countries, we partner with clients to define, design and manage projects that create shared value in a complex, urbanising and resource-constrained world.

We are currently seeking a Contamination Specialist to join our Perth based Contaminated Land team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to that next step in their career with the opportunity to further develop technical capability while taking responsibility for delivery of small to medium scale contamination assessments and remediation programs.

The opportunity

In this role, you will support the delivery of contamination investigation and remediation projects across a diverse client base. You will work alongside experienced professionals and play a hands-on role in both field and office-based activities.

Key responsibilities

You will contribute to a range of project activities, including:
Supporting contaminated site investigations and remediation programs
Assisting with HazMat surveys, registers and removal management plans
Conducting fieldwork including soil, groundwater, surface water, sediment and air sampling
Maintaining accurate field records, monitoring logs and managing analytical data (including Esdat)
Technical reporting and proposal preparation
Project management of small to medium sized assessment and remediation programs
Working both independently and collaboratively across project teams

About you

You are a motivated and adaptable environmental professional who enjoys working in a team and contributing to practical project outcomes.

You will bring:

3–5 years’ experience in contaminated land or HazMat industries
A degree in Chemistry / Geology / Environmental Science or a related discipline
Experience in fieldwork and environmental sampling
Strong data interpretation and report writing skills
Familiarity with relevant WA and national guidelines (e.g. DWER 2021, DoH 2021, NEPM 2013, PFAS NEMP 2026)
An understanding of project delivery and health, safety and quality systems

Why join RPS, a Tetra Tech company?

We are committed to creating a supportive and high-performing environment where our people can thrive. You will have access to:

Professional development and career progression opportunities
A supportive team culture that celebrates collaboration and success
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
Active wellbeing and community engagement initiatives
Annual professional membership reimbursement
Paid parental and partner leave
$250 active lifestyle allowance per annum
Additional annual leave purchase scheme and salary packaging options
Professional and technical development programs, including study assistance, online learning and mentoring across portfolios
Active office social events, employee assistance program, service recognition and more

Our approach

At RPS, we are easy to work with, confidently pragmatic and driven by a shared purpose to solve problems that matter. We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.

Our Approach

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.
Stronger together is one of our five core behaviours and it is key to building a collaborative workplace. We encourage everyone to bring their best and to support others to do the same. By sharing knowledge, challenging each other to think differently, and fostering an environment of trust and respect, our people can learn, grow and thrive – and share in our success.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.

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