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About the business and the role
At SLR we Make Sustainability Happen. SLR is an international environmental consultancy, recognised globally for providing high-quality tailored services that help our clients achieve sustainable outcomes. With over 1000 staff in Asia Pacific region alone, we provide consultancy advice and support on a wide range of strategic and site-specific issues to a diverse and growing base of business, regulatory and governmental clients. 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.
As part of our growing Air Quality team, you will join a network of 15 experienced specialists located across the east coast of Australia. You will be working alongside industry leaders on a diverse range of projects, including air quality and odour impact assessments, environmental management plans, ambient air quality monitoring programs and greenhouse gas reporting.
Our work spans Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and the Pacific Islands, providing exposure to a wide variety of industries, clients and environmental challenges. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your technical, analytical and consulting skills through a combination of data analysis, field investigations, environmental assessments and client-facing work. You'll gain hands-on experience across all stages of project delivery while contributing to sustainability outcomes that make a real difference.
Responsibilities
You will join our Air Quality team in Brisbane and work alongside experienced consultants to deliver projects across Australia, Aotearoa New Zealand, and the Pacific region. With support and mentoring from the wider team, you will be involved in:
- Air Quality Assessments: Assist with the delivery of air quality impact assessments, monitoring programs and environmental studies for a diverse range of projects and clients.
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect, analyse, and interpret environmental data, and contribute to the preparation of technical reports and client deliverables.
- Monitoring Activities: Support ambient air quality monitoring programs, including equipment deployment, troubleshooting and data management.
- Site Investigations: Participate in fieldwork and site visits to gather environmental information and develop an understanding of project requirements.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with air quality specialists and multidisciplinary teams across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
- Professional Development: Build your technical knowledge of air quality assessment methods, modelling tools, and environmental regulations through structured training and on-the-job learning.
- Project Support: Assist with project coordination, client communication, and regulatory documentation under the guidance of senior team members.
Skills and experience
You are a recent graduate or early-career professional who is curious, motivated and passionate about solving environmental challenges. You are keen to learn from experienced practitioners, develop new technical skills and build a rewarding career in environmental consulting... You enjoy solving problems, working collaboratively, and delivering high-quality work. Ideally, you will possess the following:
- Relevant Qualifications: Recently completed a bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Atmospheric Science, Physics, or a related discipline.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly through reports, presentations and visualisations. High level excel skills, r and python scripting, operating in Linux environment will also be highly regarded.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and professionally.
- Collaborative Approach: Ability to work effectively within a team and build positive working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail: Well organised with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail when managing data, reports, and project tasks.
- Learning Mindset: Enthusiastic about developing a career in air quality and environmental consulting, with a proactive approach to learning and professional development.
- Flexibility: Willingness to undertake a mix of office-based work, data analysis, and field activities including travel to remote areas as required.
Our Benefits
We are proud of our unique culture 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.
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Next Steps
If joining a global environmental and engineering consultancy and kick starting your career in air quality is exciting to you, apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you think you'll be our next success story!
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