Environmental Scientist

What’s on Offer

• Full-time casual opportunity (40 hours/week) on key projects running from July till October 2026
• Comprehensive training provided and will work autonomously once established
• Company vehicle supplied for project work
• Work across Brisbane Metro and surrounding regions, with future project expansion opportunities

About the Role

Reporting to the Project Manager the Environmental Scientist will collect and report data on petroleum fuel sites across Brisbane Metro Area.  

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited: 

• Coordinate schedule, as well as weekly project mobilisations
• Gauge and sample groundwater wells, detecting any fuel contamination
• Annotate site maps and conduct site inspection
• Instrument operation and maintenance
• Conduct well maintenance and repairs
• Completion of chain of custody paperwork

About you: 

You will demonstrate a strong ability to work autonomously, alongside the following:

• Full Driver’s License
• 1+ years’ experience in groundwater monitoring and/or contaminated land experience, environmental sampling, equipment calibration and maintenance
• Highly practical and solutions-focused
• Hands-on experience using hand tools and environmental monitoring equipment
• Proven ability to work independently in the field while meeting targets and deadlines
• Strong organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail 

About the Team

Ventia’s Environmental Services team has been transforming some of the country’s most contaminated land and waterways, monitoring and analysing environmental factors and threats, and developing innovative, technology-driven solutions for more than 35 years.

We have a strong understanding of contaminants, including PCBs, dioxins and per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Our clients include state and federal governments, the Australian Department of Defence, ASX 200 companies, developers, air services including airports, and fire authorities.

About Ventia

As a leading services provider, we maintain, operate, and manage the essential infrastructure that makes modern life possible across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors across 400 sites, joining Ventia means becoming part of a team that values its people, supports career growth, and helps everyone go further towards their full potential.
 
Our commitment to Fairness, Inclusion and Respect shapes how we lead, collaborate, hire and support one another. We welcome applications from people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all genders, identities, sexual orientations, beliefs and caring responsibilities. We are dedicated to providing an accessible recruitment process and encourage you to request adjustments at any stage.   

How to apply    

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Position Reference Number: 167509