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Posted 16 July, 2026

Graduate Environmental Scientist

AECOM
Wellington, WGN, NZ Full Time
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Job Description

Job Description Working as part of our established Geoscience and Remediation Services (GRS) team, you will collaborate with a team of environmental engineers, scientists, hydrogeologists and geologists to provide contaminated land assessment, environmental monitoring, and remediation consulting across a wide range of projects. The substantive role involves working on projects across various industries, with a focus on fieldwork supported by office-based tasks. You will also collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients. How you’ll make a difference Assist with fieldwork and environmental data collection across a variety of sites nationwide, with travel as required. Support surface water and groundwater monitoring programs. Contribute to contamination investigations and remediation projects of varying size and complexity. Collect, handle, and manage environmental samples from a range of media, ensuring safety and sample quality. Support the development of technical environmental reports. Collaborate with offices across Australia and New Zealand, gaining exposure to a wide range of projects and disciplines. What our Graduate Program offers Graduate Introduction: Kickstart connections with peers and leaders. Essential Consulting Skills: Master core consulting skills from day one. Networking and Learning: Grow your network and industry know‑how. Mentoring and Career Support: Receive guidance from experienced professionals. Learning from Experts: Learn directly from industry leaders and specialists. Flexible Work Options: Work in a way that fits your life and wellbeing. Career Pathways: Get support to progress and step confidently into your next role. Graduate Attributes: We’re seeking graduates with strong communication and teamwork skills, a proactive and adaptable mindset, and a commitment to professionalism and integrity. Bachelor’s Degree: You must be in your final year or have completed a Bachelor’s or Postgraduate degree in Environmental Science or a related field. Graduate Year: You must have completed your studies and have graduated before starting the program. Commencement: You must be able to commence work by February 2027. We are open to mid‑year finishers who are able to commence by July 2027. Working Rights: You must have full working rights to work in Australia or New Zealand before applying. We do accept candidates with student and graduate visas. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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