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Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.\nThere has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.\nWe're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.\n We are seeking a motivated and passionate Junior Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Services team. In this role, you will support local and international environmental projects through the preparation of environmental impact assessments, technical studies, permitting activities, and environmental reporting. You will work alongside experienced environmental professionals in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment while developing your technical and consulting skills.\nKey Responsibilities:\nAssist with the preparation and delivery of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs).\nDevelop assigned sections of environmental reports, management plans, and technical studies.\nCompile, review, and analyse environmental baseline information and supporting documentation.\nUndertake environmental studies and assessments under the guidance of senior environmental professionals.\nPrepare draft and final environmental reports in accordance with project and regulatory requirements.\nSupport environmental permitting and approval processes through legislative review and risk identification.\nParticipate in project meetings and contribute to multidisciplinary project delivery.\nReview environmental data, specialist studies, surveys, and technical inputs for accuracy and completeness.\nAssist with technical quality reviews to ensure compliance with company standards and client requirements.\nIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and technical quality within project teams.\nBeing part of the team;\nYou will join a multidisciplinary team of environmental professionals delivering projects across a wide range of sectors, including infrastructure, energy, mining, water, transportation, and urban development. The team provides environmental planning, permitting, assessment, and advisory services to support sustainable development and responsible environmental management. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will gain exposure to local and international projects while developing your technical, consulting, and project delivery skills.\nOur expertise includes:\nEnvironmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) and Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs).\nEnvironmental permitting and regulatory approvals.\nEnvironmental due diligence and risk assessments.\nEnvironmental management planning and compliance support.\nTechnical reviews and multidisciplinary environmental project delivery.\n Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Geography, or a related discipline from an accredited university.\n1- 3 years’ relevant experience in environmental consulting, environmental science, environmental management, or a related field.\nKnowledge of environmental legislation, permitting processes, and environmental assessment requirements.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.\nExcellent technical report writing and communication skills.\nAbility to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.\nAttention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality deliverables.\nBeneficial\nEnvironmental consulting experience in the UK and Ireland (please highlight this on your CV)\nRegistered as a Candidate Scientist with SACNASP.\nRegistered as a Candidate Environmental Assessment Practitioner (EAP) with EAPASA.\nExperience supporting EIAs, ESIAs, environmental permitting, or environmental management projects.\nDemonstrated ability to apply environmental legislation and regulatory frameworks.\n At AECOM, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity\nAt AECOM, our Freedom to Grow philosophy supports flexibility and balance to help our people thrive. As part of this approach, we ask all hybrid employees to work from an AECOM office at least three days per week.\nAt AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.\nAbout AECOM\nAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.\nAECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.\nWhat makes AECOM a great place to work\nYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.\nAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. 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