Director – Impact Assessment & Permitting

"Working on impactful community-shaping projects with unique and diverse challenges... That’s what keeps our teams inspired." Alix Chinnery, Associate Director - Environment, Perth, WA

Come grow with us. 

AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage.

Everyone belongs at AECOM

We’re committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging - because great ideas come from diverse perspectives. AECOM is proud to be a Fortune 500 Most Admired Company, a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, #Work180 Equitable Workplace Awards 2025 Winner and an AWEI Bronze Tier LGBTQ+ Inclusive Employer.

How you’ll make a difference

Our WA Environment Business has a fantastic career opportunity for a Director to join our Impact Assessment and Permitting (IAP) Team in Perth. This role will see you providing technical leadership and oversight within our group across a broad range of market sectors including Energy, Transport, Mining and Defence.

• Provide technical leadership and innovation, driving the strategic development and continued growth of our business.
• Utilise strong client relationships and significant industry experience to support development and training of leading-edge technical skills.
• Build the technical capability of our team, focusing on enhancing their skills and expertise.
• Apply exceptional understanding of EIA at both State and Commonwealth levels and the specific environmental challenges presented by the different market sectors that AECOM works with.