DescriptionWhat if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
The opportunity
Join WSP’s Environmental Approvals team in Victoria and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our communities. We work on projects that improve how people live, work, and move, and with strong growth ambitions, we’re looking for people who want to be part of that journey.
This role will see you enhance your own capabilities while strengthening the reputation of WSP’s Earth & Environment team. You’ll collaborate with talented specialists across the business, contributing to iconic projects and delivering future‑ready outcomes that benefit clients, communities, and the environment.
At WSP, you’ll find the scale, reach, and support you need to do the kind of work the world truly needs and a culture that helps you do the best work of your life.
About Earth & Environment at WSP
WSP is the world’s leading environmental consulting partner, trusted for our technical expertise, pragmatic advice, and ability to help clients anticipate what’s around the corner.
Our Earth & Environment team brings innovation and deep sector experience to address complex environmental challenges and deliver meaningful action toward a more sustainable world.
With local insight and global reach, we work alongside clients to provide practical, future‑focused solutions across the built and natural environment.
The Opportunity
As a Principal Environmental Scientist, you will contribute to the delivery of Environmental Effects Statements (EES) and land‑use planning projects that support major infrastructure across transport, water, energy/renewables and property.
You’ll enjoy a hybrid work arrangement, with the flexibility to work from our Melbourne CBD office and remotely 2–3 days per week.
What you’ll do
- Lead and support environmental assessment and planning projects (EIS, SSI, SSD, REFs, EES and related approvals).
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients across government and the private sector, including Tier 1 developers.
- Provide planning and environmental inputs into major Victorian and national projects, including:
- Renewable energy transmission and generation
- Transport infrastructure and Net Zero transition initiatives
- Water asset maintenance and delivery programs
- Property, building development and broader land‑use planning
- Collaborate with ecologists, acousticians, contaminated land specialists, engineers, designers, stakeholders and communities to deliver integrated, practical and future‑focused solutions.
About you
You bring 10+ years’ experience in environmental approvals and planning and are motivated by resolving complex environmental issues to shape sustainable community outcomes.
You’ll also bring:
- Strong understanding of Victoria’s environmental assessment frameworks
- Extensive experience preparing and reviewing environmental documentation (SEE, EIS, REFs, EES)
- Proven experience coordinating multidisciplinary projects
- Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
- A collaborative approach and commitment to quality
- A desire to continue growing your professional profile in Victoria and nationally
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.
With us, you can. Apply today.
