2027 Graduate Environmental Engineer / Scientist
AECOM
- Location
- Fortitude Valley, QLD, Australia
- Employment
- Full Time
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- New Grad
- Posted
- 57m ago
About this role
2027 Graduate Environmental Engineer / Scientist Full-time State/Province: Queensland Business Group: DCS Legal Entity: AECOM Australia Pty Ltd Business Line: Environment Work Location Model: Hybrid Operating Group: International Primary Location: AU - Brisbane, QLD Company Description “I've been with AECOM for over a decade, and when I reflect on why I stay with the company it is because of workplace culture and the nature of our projects. Working on impactful community-shaping projects with unique and diverse challenges, having opportunities for meaningful career progression, and being a part of a caring, close-knit team that supports each other through life's ups and downs.” – Alix Chinnery, Associate Director - Environment, Perth, WA Come grow with us. AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage. Everyone belongs at AECOM. We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company , a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality , # Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer .
Job Description
Working as part of our established Geoscience and Remediation Services (GRS) team, you will collaborate with a team of environmental engineers, scientists, hydrogeologists and geologists to provide contaminated land assessment, environmental monitoring, and remediation consulting across a wide range of projects, including those in the oil and gas, mining, Department of Defence, and public sectors. The role involves working on challenging projects across various industries, with a focus on fieldwork supported by office-based tasks. You will also have the opportunity to work on remote client sites, collaborating with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients. How you'll make a difference: Assist with fieldwork and environmental data collection across a variety of project sites, including short, medium and / or long-term site programs in QLD, and occasionally work interstate to support the national GRS team as opportunities arise. Support surface water and groundwater monitoring programs. Contribute to contamination investigations and remediation projects of varying size and complexity. Collect, handle, and manage environmental samples from a range of media, ensuring sample quality. Prepare and support the development of technical environmental reports. Collaborate with offices across Australia and New Zealand, gaining exposure to a wide range of projects and disciplines. The qualities that help you thrive: Flexibility to complete a wide range of site programs, with dedication to site safety. Ability to provide high-quality data management using industry-standard tools. Open and collaborative approach to teamwork. What our Graduate Program offers: Graduate Introduction: Kickstart connections with peers and leaders. Essential Consulting Skills: Master core consulting skills from day one. Networking and Learning: Grow your network and industry know-how. Mentoring and Career Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals. Learning from Experts: Learn directly from industry leaders and specialists. Flexible Work Options: Work in a way that fits your life and wellbeing. Career Pathways: Get support to progress and step confidently into your next role. For more information, visit our Early Careers website.