Opportunities at Mine Earth - Environmental Scientist
Environmental Scientist
Full-time
About Us
At Mine Earth, we’re a specialist mine closure consultancy passionate about environmental outcomes. With offices in
Perth and Brisbane, our team includes engineers, geologists, ecologists, and environmental scientists—united by a shared mission to restore post-mining landscapes and make a lasting difference.
We’re growing and currently seeking an Environmental Scientist to join our Perth-based team. If you’re ready to take on meaningful, diverse projects and work alongside industry-leading professionals, we’d love to hear from you.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Undertaking baseline soil assessments including field work and basic soil laboratory testing
- Developing and executing rehabilitation monitoring assessments
- Assessing erosion and vegetation metrics using remote sensing data
- Analysing data and developing succinct and clear reports
- Supporting the development of Mining Development and Closure Plans (MDCP) and Mine Closure Plans (MCP) for a wide range of commodities
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or similar
- 0 - 2 years’ experience in the environment field
- Strong work ethic and practical team player
- Experience in GIS and mapping skills
Other Desirable Skills and Experience
- Botanical or rehabilitation monitoring background
- Mine site experience
- Soil science
Why Join Us?
- Work on diverse mining projects across Australia and overseas
- Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture
- Be part of a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and innovation
- Build your career with access to leadership opportunities and technical development
Location: Perth-based with occasional short-term site travel
Eligibility: You must have a valid drivers licence and the right to work in Australia
Apply Now
To apply, please submit your application via Seek along with responses to the three questions below (max 100 words per question) in place of a cover letter. Applications close 2pm, Friday 16 June 2026.
Questions examples:
1. Describe your experience in using a GIS platform or remote sensing. What are some of the components of this that you have enjoyed?
2. Tell us about your experience in the environmental field?
3. What motivates you to work in mine closure and environmental rehabilitation, and what do you value most in a team?
Senior Accounts & Payroll Administrator 0.8 to Full Time About Us At Mine Earth, we’re a specialist mine closure consultancy passionate about sustainable outcomes. With offices in Perth and Brisbane , our team includes engineers, geologists, ecologists, and environmental scientists—united by a shared mission to restore post-mining landscapes and make a lasting difference. We’re growing and currently seeking a Senior Accounts and Payroll Administrator to join our Perth-based team. If you’re ready to take on meaningful, diverse projects and work alongside technical professionals, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Be Doing Accounts data entry and bank reconciliations Monthly invoicing Preparing payroll data (hours, leave, adjustments) and processing Maintaining employee payroll records Supporting administrative and project tasks What We’re Looking For 5+ years’ experience in bookkeeping or similar. Payroll – prior exposure to payroll processes and systems. Advanced use of accounting packages (i.e. Xero / MYOB or a similar accounting package) Bookkeeping experience capturing day-to-day transactions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. A valid Australian Driver's License. Desirable Skills Project management tools – familiarity with Project Works or similar software. A proactive attitude with solutions-orientated approach. The ability to work autonomously and collaboratively. Eligibility : You must have the right to work in Australia To apply, please submit your resume along with a covering letter that addresses the three questions below (max 100 words per question). Applications close 2pm, Wednesday 16 June 2026. Take the next step in your career and be part of shaping a more sustainable future. Questions: Describe your experience supporting a small business or multidisciplinary team. How do you prioritise and manage competing tasks in a fast-paced environment? Outline your experience with payroll, invoicing or financial administration, including any systems you have used. Provide an example of a process improvement or problem you have solved independently. What actions did you take and what was the outcome?
Environmental Scientist Full time About Us At Mine Earth, we’re a specialist mine closure consultancy passionate about sustainable outcomes. With offices in Perth and Brisbane, our team includes engineers, geologists, ecologists, and environmental scientists—united by a shared mission to restore post-mining landscapes and make a lasting difference. We’re growing and currently seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist to join our Perth-based team. If you’re ready to take on meaningful, diverse projects and work alongside industry-leading professionals, we’d love to hear from you. What You’ll Be Doing Developing Mining Development and Closure Plans (MDCP) and Mine Closure Plans (MCP) for a wide range of commodities Supporting clients through the West Australian environmental approvals process, from planning, survey requirements, approvals, operations and closure What We’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or similar 7+ years’ experience in mining approvals or mine closure, and strong understanding of EPBC Act, EP Act (Part IV and Part V), Mining Act requirements Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills Strong work ethic and practical team player Desirable Skills Botanical or rehabilitation monitoring background GIS and mapping skills Undertaking and facilitating risk assessment sessions Mine site experience Why Join Us? Work on diverse mining projects across Australia and overseas Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture Be part of a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration and innovation Build your career with access to leadership opportunities and technical development Location: Perth-based with occasional short-term site travel Eligibility: You must have a valid drivers licence and the right to work in Australia Apply Now To apply, please submit your application via Seek along with responses to the three questions below (max 100 words per question) in place of a cover letter. Applications close 2pm, Friday 12 June 2026 . Questions: 1. Describe a recent project where you have supported a mine through the environmental approvals/closure process – what was the pathway and were there any roadblocks or issues 2. Approvals are often heavily schedule driven – can you tell us about how you manage shifting and/or conflicting priorities? How do you interface with the client when this happens? 3. What motivates you to work in mine closure and environmental approvals sector, and what do you value most in a team?