2023 Graduate Environmental Engineer/Scientist (Jan 2023)

Cardno now Stantec is looking to recruit a Graduate Environmental Engineer/Scientist to join our Wollongong team in 2023.

Based in Wollongong, the Illawarra region offers a relaxed coastal lifestyle that is spoilt with a stunning natural environment and an array of facilities from restaurants, bars, cafes, retail outlets and recreational activities. Cardno now a Stantec office of 100 people offers a large range of projects within both the public and private sector, across multiple development types. We provide the opportunity to work with a range of disciplines, helping to develop your broader development understanding, while driving multidisciplinary outcomes.

Ideally, we are seeking a graduate who is due to complete their studies by the end of 2022 and can be available for full-time, permanent work in January 2023. As a graduate, you will learn all facets of Technical skills, gain skills in relevant software programs and join our established Stantec Graduate Development Program.

This position offers the opportunity for you too –

• Participate in the delivery of projects and ensure work output is of a technically high standard
• Assist in undertaking field and laboratory work such as sampling and testing
• Assist in data analysis and report preparation
• Develop practical and commercial solutions to problems
• Undertake work-related training and self-development for career advancement
• Collaborate with project staff and work within a team of technical specialists in their field

About you

You'll need a tertiary qualification in Environmental Science/Engineering, however, your personal attributes will be just as important. You'll be as committed as we are to improving the world we live in, seizing the environmental challenges that we all face and coming up with solutions that will benefit generations to come. Our graduates demonstrate personal leadership qualities and thrive in an environment in which they are challenged and expected to take increasing responsibility and accountability for client service, technical delivery and project outcomes.

To be successful you will display –

• A keen interest for either Land Contamination, Ecology, EIA, Environmental Compliance
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office (MS Word & MS Excel)
• Strong report writing skills
• Confident approach to problem solving
• The ability to work within a team environment through well-developed interpersonal skills
• A positive and proactive attitude
• The ability to get involved and learn from others, whilst also contributing to a vibrant team

As a graduate on the Stantec Graduate Development Program, you will have opportunities that come only with working for a true Global consultancy:

• A global developing professionals network
• Firm-wide online specialist knowledge group
• Access to global industry leaders through our Practice Leader network
• Ability to work on projects across geographies
• Flexible working arrangements
• Ongoing mentoring, technical support and encouragement

You'll have the chance to work on leading-edge projects, fully supported by our comprehensive graduate development program.

How to apply

Please click on Apply and submit your CV, Cover Letter and academic transcripts.

Why join Cardno now Stantec?

We have a focus on you. We are a performance based organisation where you will be recognised and rewarded for your contribution, and given the flexibility you need to bring out your best.

We provide visible career paths in technical eminence, client and key account management, project management and people leadership. We offer meaningful opportunities to make an impact and leave a legacy for local communities, globally.

By joining Cardno now Stantec, you can bring your true self to work every day. We are committed to inclusion and celebrating our diverse workforce, their individual talents and the innovation they bring to work. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.

About Cardno now Stantec

We are a global provider of integrated professional services which enrich the physical and social environment for the communities in which we live and work. Our team of multidisciplinary specialists has more than 75 years’ experience in designing, developing and delivering sustainable projects and community advancement programs.

We’re excited to combine our team of multidisciplinary specialists with Stantec’s team around the world. Our community now unites more than 25,000 employees working in 400+ locations across 6 continents.