Who We Are
Tonkin + Taylor (T+T) is a leading engineering and environmental consultancy with offices in Victoria, Queensland and South Australia (and across New Zealand). We are renowned for our technical excellence and commitment to solving complex environmental challenges. We are a proudly employee-owned company with a collective mission to create and sustain a better world.
At T+T, we strongly believe it’s our people that keep our clients coming back. Our people are known for being ‘humble high-achievers’: delivering award-winning solutions, working collaboratively, and achieving exceptional outcomes for clients and communities. They are our greatest asset, and we invest in their development, well-being and career aspirations.
The opportunity
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an experienced Associate Air Quality Engineer or Scientist to take a key role in leading and growing T+T’s air quality business in Australia. You will be the driving force behind our Australian air quality offering - building client relationships, winning work and delivering technically excellent projects - all backed by a strong, collaborative trans-Tasman team of around eight air quality specialists.
You will work across a broad range of industries and project types, undertaking air quality assessments, dispersion modelling, odour and dust impact studies, ambient monitoring programmes and the preparation of regulatory documentation. Your work will directly support clients in navigating the Australian and state/territory regulatory environments, from project approval through to ongoing compliance.
Whether you are already based in Australia or looking to make the move, this role offers genuine scope to shape the future of our Australian air quality practice, influence technical direction and develop your career amongst a team of highly regarded specialists.
What You’ll Do
- Lead and grow T+T’s air quality business in Australia, including business development, client engagement and proposal preparation;
- Undertake and manage air dispersion modelling (e.g. AERMOD, CALPUFF) to assess air quality effects from industrial and development projects;
- Assess the impacts of odour, dust and hazardous air pollutant discharges;
- Manage ambient air quality and meteorological monitoring programmes;
- Prepare and review technical reports, environmental impact assessments, works approvals and regulatory submissions;
- Provide expert input to regulatory approvals processes under Australian Commonwealth, state and territory legislation;
- Lead and mentor junior team members across both sides of the Tasman;
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on large-scale infrastructure, industrial and resource sector projects; and
- Contribute to T+T’s technical community, including thought leadership, peer review and continuous improvement of best-practice approaches.
What You’ll Bring
- 10+ years of experience in environmental consultancy with a strong focus on air quality;
- A degree in Environmental Engineering, Chemical/Process Engineering, Environmental Science or a related discipline (postgraduate qualifications advantageous);
- Demonstrated expertise in air dispersion modelling and the assessment of air quality, odour and dust effects;
- A sound understanding of the Australian regulatory framework for air quality, including the National Environment Protection Measures (NEPMs), state and territory EPA licensing and works approval processes, and relevant planning legislation;
- Proven business development capability - experience winning and managing client relationships and growing a consultancy portfolio;
- Strong project management skills, including budget management and multi-project delivery;
- Excellent technical report writing and communication skills;
- Experience working within or leading multi-disciplinary project teams;
- An enquiring mind and the drive to deliver high-value, practical outcomes for clients; and
We want to develop you
Working at T+T provides a rich learning environment where individuals grow and develop every day. You are in the driver’s seat when it comes to your learning, and there are genuine opportunities to connect with a wealth of knowledge, expertise and formal development pathways.
- Work on a diverse range of challenging and high-profile projects across Australia and New Zealand;
- Enjoy a solutions-focused, technically rigorous and collaborative culture;
- Have the support of an established trans-Tasman air quality team — you won’t be starting from scratch; and
- Be supported in your career ambitions with real opportunities for development and progression.
Our Benefits
- Relocation support (if applicable) and visa assistance;
- Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience;
- A highly supportive team environment where you are encouraged to shape your own career path;
- Professional memberships and continued education support;
- Flexible working arrangements and the ability to purchase extra leave;
- Internal training programmes and mentoring;
- A vibrant social culture — we know how to have a good time as well as deliver great work;
- Additional parental leave, salary top-up and back-to-work coaching programme; and
- Modern, contemporary office environments.
Find out more
For more information about this role or to learn about life at T+T, visit our website at www.tonkintaylor.com or reach out to Amelia Paton
[email protected] for a confidential chat.
Tonkin + Taylor is not only a place to work — it’s a place where your work will make a difference.
‘Everyone Matters’ is one of our three core values at T+T. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that fosters inclusion, participation and equal opportunity. We warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.