Principal Consultant – Contaminated Land (Perth)

What if your next move could give you both challenge and impact? This is a chance to step into a senior role within one of WA’s strongest contaminated land teams. You will join a group known for technical depth, a supportive culture, and the ability to deliver on complex projects across the state. There’s a very healthy pipeline of work for 2025 and beyond — covering mine closure and decommissioning, legacy industrial sites, upstream oil & gas decommissioning, major transport infrastructure, renewable energy, and Defence. You will get flexibility (around two days a week WFH), extra time off when travelling regionally, and approachable technical leaders who value collaboration, mentoring, and knowledge-sharing. It’s a role where you can shape your career, influence the direction of the team, and see your impact in WA and beyond. The Role
- Lead projects across the full lifecycle of contaminated site assessment and remediation
- Provide technical quality reviews and sign-off
- Mentor and coach junior staff, building capability across the team
- Develop and manage client relationships across mining, oil & gas, infrastructure and industrial sectors
- Contribute to growth initiatives and help set the direction of the practice About You
- Significant experience in contaminated land and groundwater consulting (Associate to Principal level)
- Robust understanding of WA’s contaminated sites regulatory framework
- Proven experience leading complex site assessments and subcontractors
- Comfortable building client relationships and providing strategic advice
- A collaborative leader who can motivate, influence and support others What’s on Offer
- High-profile, technically challenging projects
- Clear pathway into leadership / sector-lead responsibilities
- Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
- Additional leave / time in lieu for project travel
- Supportive, friendly team culture
- Attractive salary and benefits package How to Apply To express your interest and be considered, please click on the 'Apply' button or forward your resume to . For more details call (08) 9288 1707 and we’ll be happy to help. We value every application and handle your CV with utmost respect. Your details will never be shared without your prior consent. Gather are both corporate and individually accredited members of the RCSA (Recruitment and Consulting Services Association), so you can be sure of a professional and legally compliant service. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3r2e1l