About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

Formally known as Epic Environmental, the Australian arm of Onterris has kept the strong culture we are well known for. The team continues to work closely with clients, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes without an overemphasis on KPIs.Our teams have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, auditors, and professionals with vast experience within our industry, while enjoying regular social events and collaborative work that bring the team together. Onterris also supports career development through relevant internal opportunities and individual one-on-one career conversations focused on growth and progression.We are seeking a Consultant Environmental Scientist to join our Strategic Water Services team, working out of our growing Sydney office where you will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

• Regularly participating in field work, sometimes in remote locations

• Assisting in both contaminated land and water projects, undertaking soil sampling, gas monitoring, groundwater sampling, sediment sampling and surface water sampling

• Undertaking field investigations, data interpretation and report preparations

• Engaging with internal and external clients and subcontractors in planning and delivering high quality outcomes

• Preparing written reports, including a high level of attention to detail and using objective driven focus

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• 1-2 years of experience in an environmental consultancy

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or a related discipline

• Working knowledge of relevant QLD and NSW environmental legislation

• Working knowledge of international closure standards and guidelines as week as state-based Australian environmental legislation and policies

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.