Graduate Environmental Planner - Sydney or Wagga Wagga

NGH is seeking a Graduate Environmental Planner for permanent, full-time roles in Sydney or Wagga Wagga. The position offers hands-on experience in environmental consultancy, mentorship from industry leaders, and opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment. Candidates should have a relevant tertiary qualification and strong communication skills. Flexible working arrangements are available, but the job is based in specific office locations rather than remote.
Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Sydney

Job Category: Planning
• Kickstart Your Environmental Career Gain hands-on experience working on real projects that shape sustainable outcomes across Australia.
• Learn from Industry Leaders Be mentored by experienced environmental consultants and develop skills that set you apart in the field.
• Make a Meaningful Impact Work with a purpose-driven team dedicated to environmental solutions, renewable energy, and sustainable development.

We are seeking expressions of interest from graduates with tertiary qualifications in Environmental Planning, or related discipline, to join the team based out of one of our Sydney or Wagga Wagga offices.

What’s On Offer
• A front row seat in Australia’s energy transition.
• Part of a successful and growing business.
• Energetic and friendly team culture.
• Diverse work environment.
• Ethical client base.
• Opportunities for growth and development.
• Flexible working arrangements available.
• Attractive salary plus excellent benefits
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Well-being program and EAP

Note: NGH have offices in city centres and regionally across Sydney, Wagga, Newcastle, Bega, Wodonga, Canberra, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Townsville and Melbourne.

Job Description

Your development pathway:

NGH’s industry leading Graduate Learning Development Program (GLDP) is designed to grow and expose graduates to the day-to-day operations of environmental consultancy and provide real and tangible outcomes, thus developing graduates into great consultants!

You will be exposed to a variety of projects and disciplines in major centres and regional locations. This will provide you with the opportunity to work with and learn from a diverse range of specialists. On-the-job training includes the delivery of environmental projects such as ecological, environmental impact assessment, environmental management planning and project management.

The GLDP enables graduates to operate in a supported environment and develop biodiversity skills such as, report writing, GIS skills, legislation knowledge and consulting fundamentals such as communication, networking, decision making and project management. The main goal of the GLDP is to grow your skills and experience in consulting through being exposed to a diverse array of projects and both formal and informal learning.

Desired Skills And Experience

What we’re looking for:
• Tertiary education in related discipline.
• Proven ability to prioritise and multi-task accordingly.
• Effective interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and quality of work.
• Works well under pressure.

NGH. Careers unbound. Lifestyles unmatched.

At NGH, we take immense pride in contributing to Australia's major infrastructure projects and leading the way in the growing renewable energy sector. While we began on the south coast of New South Wales, we have evolved into a dynamic consultancy delivering balanced and practical solutions across Australia.

Our vision is to be a key driver of the transition to a sustainable future. We are committed to attracting talented individuals who share our passion for delivering impactful projects that protect and preserve natural, cultural, and social resources. Equally, we focus on supporting our clients and helping them achieve their goals in the most efficient, effective, and quality-assured way possible.

NGH's recent partnership with Fyfe marks an exciting new chapter. While it reshapes our journey, it reinforces our shared values and vision for growth, collaboration, and innovation. We move forward with renewed strength, positivity, and optimism for the opportunities ahead.

NGH is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. During recruitment, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, and people of all ages. Indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply.

Apply via the NGH website or for any queries contact employment@nghconsulting.com.au.

Please note we do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies.