Job Name: Environmental scientist
Job Description:
"Environmental scientists study the natural world and the impact of human activities on the environment. They may work in a variety of industries, including government, academia, and consulting.
Responsibilities
Conduct research on environmental issues
Collect and analyze data
Develop and implement environmental solutions
Write reports and presentations
Educate the public about environmental issues"
Designation:
None
Name of Organization:
"KBR
Epic Environmental
Tetra Tech Coffey
Gather Recruitment
Stantec"
Job Market In The Country:
In Australia, the government's Job Outlook figures show more than 21,000 people work as environmental scientists – and they predict future growth in this area of employment over the next five years.
Salary and Benefits:
"• a base salary ranging from $92,107 per annum with competency-based increments up to $106,005 per annum, plus 11% super
• 70 hour, 9 day fortnight
• training and development opportunities
• flexible work options for a healthy work/life balance"
Taxes and Financial Implications:
"Income thresholds Rate Tax payable on this income
$0 – $18,200 0% Nil
$18,201 – $45,000 19% 19c for each $1 over $18,200
$45,001 – $120,000 32.5% $5,092 plus 32.5c for each $1 over $45,000
$120,001 – $180,000 37% $29,467 plus 37c for each $1 over $120,000
$180,001 and over 45% $51,667 plus 45c for each $1 over $180,000"
Language Requirements:
A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0. OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL. OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
Eligibility Criteria
"Graduate or postgraduate qualifications in environmental science, planning or other relevant discipline.
• Previous experience working within an Engineering Consultancy, as an environmental consultant
• Proven capability in professional technical writing in a consulting environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to operate as an individual contributor running their own work, or form a part of a multi-disciplinary project team
• Takes initiative to identify and raise risks, issues and gaps
• Comfortable meeting with and presenting to clients, supported by senior staff.
• Technical proficiency and experience using excel and or GIS software an advantage."