Soil Science Consultant - Brisbane

At SLR Consulting, we celebrate a ‘One Team Culture’, where bringing together diversity of thought and expression is key to building the best team to deliver excellent results. We strive to create an inclusive workplace where we value different experiences and look to create a culture where everyone belongs. The SLR culture is underpinned by our 5Bs which, in short is to Be safe, Belong, Be trusted, Be yourself and Be Successful.

We know it can be difficult and frustrating applying for roles, wondering if the role is right for you and if your experience is right for SLR. Many people won’t apply for roles unless they feel they tick every box on the checklist. At SLR we look for many different skills and technical competencies and we’re always looking for how new team members can add value to the business and to our culture. If you think this role isn’t quite for you, but you have a desire to work with us, – then we’d still love to hear from you!

SLR Consulting is an international environmental consultancy with a globally recognised reputation for providing high quality tailored services. With offices throughout the Asia Pacific, Europe, North, Central and South America and Africa regions, we are one of a very small number of leading international specialist environmental consultancies. We have committed to being a Climate Neutral Business by 2030 and have a long-term commitment to align with global net zero ambitions.

About the role and what you need to succeed
SLR’s Soil Science team has a proven successful mix of practical industry experience, environmental impact assessment capability, project management skills, and regulatory knowledge. This includes providing valuable baseline information to better assess options for site management. Our focus on waste soil assessment and characterisation, and geochemistry integration into rehabilitation plans, creates a successful holistic view on the approach to land and soil management for clients.

As a member of our Soil Science team, you will have a minimum of three (3) years’ experience working on Soil Science related projects such as agronomical assessments, pasture science, land resource management and assessment, agricultural impact assessment, and soil erosivity assessments.
Reporting to the Technical Discipline Manager, you will be involved in delivering projects in the Soil Science team and be responsible for:

• Organising and undertaking field investigations, including contractor supervision and training of junior staff. Field investigations will be undertaken at various sites primarily across Queensland with the opportunity for interstate project work to arise in the future.
• Collation, assessment, and interpretation of data obtained from field investigations (undertaken by yourself and others) to meet the needs of our clients and provide innovative solutions to their problems.
• Compilation of high-quality technical reports that meet not only the expectations of our clients, but the expectations and requirements of the administering authority.
• Developing, facilitating, and enhancing relationships between our internal and external clients and SLR team members
• Providing advice and assistance to internal and external clients, team members and Project Managers on projects regarding best principles and practices

To be successful in this role
You will be highly organised with excellent attention to detail and love getting things done to a very high standard. You are self-driven and comfortable with processes, whilst still being an excellent people person with a high level of client service. Ideally you would possess the following:

• Appropriate Engineering, Science or other relevant tertiary qualification and demonstrated Soil Science industry experience
• An understanding of the Australian Soil Classification
• Excellent communication skills and technical report writing
• Demonstrated experience managing a range of small to large multidisciplinary projects (preferable)
• Excellent interpersonal skills, self-motivated and ability to work effectively within a team and independently
• Ability and willingness to undertake fieldwork within Queensland and interstate

Our benefits at SLR include

Our culture is unique where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Whether you’re working in the office, from home or a mix of the two, we recognise that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all, including:

• Hybrid work model (in-office & from home) - you choose where you work best.
• Extra paid purchased leave up to 10 days so you can re-energize, help others, support family, or focus on your own professional development.
• Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents throughout their parenting journey which includes 12 weeks primary carer and 4 weeks secondary carer leave.
• Learning and development which includes a mapped career progression path, study assistance and up to 3 professional memberships subsidised by SLR.
• Employee Assistance Program to support your physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
• Global and regional mobility and recruitment referral bonus for both region and global candidates.
• Other benefits include regular office social events, service anniversary awards, salary sacrificing (novated car lease) and a corporate uniform shop where you get $80 annually to spend.

We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion. Please note that interviews are conducted with gender diverse interview panels to the best of our ability. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted. You must be part of the preferred supplier agreement list which is coordinated through our Talent Acquisition team.