Graduate Environmental Scientist

Job Description

Graduate Environmental Scientist | GHD

The Tone:
This is an early career position at GHD, focused on environmental consulting for industrial clients. The company is committed to ensuring a sustainable future by addressing critical challenges like water, energy, and urbanization. This role is vital for supporting clients in meeting environmental regulatory compliance and contributing to a healthier planet.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Hybrid
• Pay: $66000–$68000 yearly
• Team: EHS Compliance team
• Mission: Assist industrial clients in achieving environmental regulatory compliance and sustainability goals.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Client Support: Assist the EHS Compliance team in delivering environmental consulting services to industrial clients, helping them meet compliance goals.
• Regulatory Documentation: Prepare and update permit applications (air, stormwater, wastewater), environmental plans (SPCC, SWPPP, HWCP), and compliance reports (air emissions, hazardous waste, EPCRA).
• Field & Technical Work: Conduct site visits, perform technical writing, interpret environmental regulations, collect samples, and undertake testing to support regulatory compliance.
• Data & Reporting: Collect, analyze, and summarize data to produce accurate reports and prepare complex documents using various applications.
• Project Contributions: Support project management activities, contribute to environmental risk management, and assist in tasks related to environmental impact assessments and bid preparation.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a similar field of study.
• Experience: 0-2 years of experience; some knowledge of environmental regulations affecting industry is preferred, but not required.
• Skills: Strong written and technical writing skills; ability to perform field work and travel overnight.
• Bonus: OSHA 40 Hour HAZWOPER certification is a plus.