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Junior Marine Consultant
Department: Technical Capability
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: AUS - Perth
Reporting To: Dan Evans
Description
BMT is a leading global consultancy in design, engineering, science, and risk management in the maritime sector, known for excellence and innovation.
With 1,300+ experts across the UK, Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, we help clients make informed decisions by delivering practical solutions, with the environment and sustainability at their core. As an employee-owned company, we reinvest profits into technology, strategic growth, and profit sharing, driving a safer, more efficient future.
We are looking for a Junior Marine Environmental Consultant to join our team in Perth. At BMT you’ll get to work on exciting and diverse project portfolios, including cutting‑edge work in green hydrogen, offshore wind, ports and harbours, and water resources, giving you the opportunity to help shape some of Australia’s most significant sustainability and infrastructure initiatives.
BMT's Marine & Environment Consultants act as Project Managers and technical experts, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality environmental projects. While the role is primarily office-based, there may be some opportunity for field work depending on project needs and individual interest.
We are looking for a Junior Marine Environmental Consultant to join our team in Perth. At BMT you’ll get to work on exciting and diverse project portfolios, including cutting‑edge work in green hydrogen, offshore wind, ports and harbours, and water resources, giving you the opportunity to help shape some of Australia’s most significant sustainability and infrastructure initiatives.
BMT's Marine & Environment Consultants act as Project Managers and technical experts, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality environmental projects. While the role is primarily office-based, there may be some opportunity for field work depending on project needs and individual interest.
Key Responsibilities
In this role you will:
- Support and deliver high quality marine impact assessments, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
- Support in project management activities across multidisciplinary environmental projects.
- be involved in conducting research and analysis on marine ecosystems, habitats, and species to inform conservation strategies.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement marine management plans.
- Engage with stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and local communities, to promote sustainable practices.
About you
To be successful in this role, you should:
- A degree in Marine Science or a related field (post‑grad qualifications welcomed and ADAS qualifications).
- Around 1-3 years of experience in marine ecology, fieldwork, data analysis and technical report writing.
- Experience with environmental issues related to coastal or marine infrastructure development.
- Working knowledge of Australian approvals processes, including the Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA) and the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (Cwlth).
- Strong communication skills and the ability to translate science for diverse audiences.
- A proactive, collaborative spirit and genuine passion for marine conservation.
- Unrestricted work rights in Australia
Why Work with Us?
At BMT, we value flexibility, career growth, and an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives thrive.
- Where possible, we offer remote, hybrid, and part-time work options, with offices across Australia. We’re proudly ‘flexified’ with Flexa!
- Our industry competitive benefits include a competitive salary offering, performance bonuses, and companywide bonuses as part of being an employee benefits trust
- Defence Reserve Leave enabling defence reservist employees to undertake ADF obligations without financial disadvantage.
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- We invest in learning and development to help you grow.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are at our core. We foster a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, promoting innovation, collaboration, and respect.
Our values—Trust, Innovation, Passion, Respect, and Collaboration—define who we are and how we work.
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