Minerals Institute of Western Australia

Environmental Scientist

Environmental scientists develop methods of managing the environment using a knowledge of various scientific and engineering disciplines. Environmental scientists in the minerals industry may perform the following tasks:

• plan and conduct research into the physical and biological nature of the site;
• develop ways of minimising production process impact on the environment;
• investigate and report on site accidents which impact upon the environment;
• take part in emergency responses to accidents, eg chemical spills;
• analyse pollutants, identify their source and assess their impact on the environment;
• rehabilitate degraded land;
• assist with developing environmental policies and strategies;
• provide advice on the safe management of hazardous materials;
• conduct environmental audits.

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