About the opportunity

Buddy Advisory is pleased to be partnering with ERIAS, a boutique strategic environmental and social impact assessment consultancy specialising in complex project approvals across the renewable energy, resources, and infrastructure sectors. As ERIAS’ project portfolio grows in scale and complexity, including projects in Papua New Guinea and other international locations, they are seeking a Senior Environmental Consultant to join the team.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys owning complex projects, leading technical delivery, mentoring junior consultants, and building trusted, long-term client relationships in challenging approval environments.

What you’ll be doing

In this senior role, you will lead or provide high-level input across a range of environmental and social impact assessment (ESIA) projects in Australia, Papua New Guinea and internationally, including:

• Acting as Project Manager or technical lead on ESIA projects

• Providing strategic advice, regulatory guidance, and high-quality technical input

• Liaising directly with clients, regulators, subconsultants, and stakeholders

• Coordinating and participating in fieldwork programs

• Identifying risks and developing appropriate mitigation strategies

• Leading or contributing to the preparation, review, and delivery of reports, proposals, and technical documentation

• Managing project schedules, budgets, resources, and quality assurance

• Mentoring and supporting junior consultants in their technical and professional development

• Supporting business development activities and maintaining client relationships

• Contributing to broader company initiatives, including systems and process improvements

• Ensuring compliance with all statutory and company safety requirements

What we’re looking for

• Relevant experience in environmental consulting including strong experience in environmental impact assessment and project delivery

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Earth Science, Engineering, or a related discipline

• Postgraduate studies or specialist technical training (advantageous)

• Proven ability to manage complex projects with minimal supervision

• Strong client, regulator, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Excellent written communication and technical documentation capability

• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and support junior staff

• Proficiency in MS Office and general project management tools

• Current driver’s licence (desirable)

Who you are

You thrive in complex, fast-moving environments where high-quality work matters. You bring initiative, sound judgement, and a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset. You’re comfortable taking ownership, stepping into leadership roles, and contributing to both technical excellence and a positive team culture.

Why ERIAS

• Work on some of the most interesting environmental and social impact projects across Australia, Papua New Guinea, and the wider Pacific region

• Join a close-knit, highly skilled team with real influence over project and business outcomes

• Flexible working arrangements and a culture that values collaboration and professional growth

• The opportunity to make a tangible impact across renewable energy, resources, and infrastructure

If you’re ready to step into a senior consulting role where your expertise, judgement, and leadership are genuinely valued, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now!