environmental consulting for Mining, Quarrying & Civil Construction in Queensland
Practical, plain English environmental advice without the big consultancy price tag.
"It seems to me that the natural world is the greatest source of excitement; the greatest source of visual beauty; the greatest source of intellectual interest. It is the greatest source of so much in life that makes life worth living."
— Sir David AttenboroughRiethThink Environmental Solutions is a Queensland-based environmental consultancy founded on a simple idea — that environmental compliance should be practical, embedded into how you operate, and actually make sense to the people doing the work.
We're a small, nimble team based in Logan City, and we work directly alongside businesses across South East Queensland, the Scenic Rim, and the Darling Downs. Our clients are miners, quarry operators, civil contractors, and rural landholders who need reliable environmental support without the overhead of a large firm.
We cover the full project lifecycle — from initial approvals and management plan development through to ongoing monitoring, regulatory reporting, and rehabilitation. Whether you need someone embedded in your site team or just need a specific piece of work done well, we're here to help.
who we are
Thomas Dambo, Mama Mimi, Rendevouz Park, Jackson Hole, USA. Source: https://thomasdambo.com/works/mamamimi (accessed on 30 August 2022). Courtesy Thomas Dambo.
What we do
We provide specialist environmental consulting services across four sectors:
Mining — EMPs, WaTERS returns, MERP reporting, rehabilitation planning, embedded site support, and regulator liaison for coal and hard rock operations across Queensland.
Quarrying — Quarry Management Plans, Periodic Quarry Declarations, dust and noise monitoring, EA applications, and embedded environmental officer support.
Civil Construction — Environmental Management Plans, erosion and sediment control, vegetation clearing approvals, waterway approvals, and embedded site support across SEQ.
Residential & Rural — Practical environmental advice for rural landholders, including water investigations, vegetation assessments, and pre-purchase environmental due diligence.
Photo: Jacopo De Michelis
We regularly publish practical guides and advice on environmental compliance for Queensland businesses. From understanding your reporting obligations to navigating Queensland's regulatory framework — written in plain English, not legalese.
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RiethThink Environmental is led by Joshua Riethmuller, an experienced environmental professional with hands-on expertise across Queensland's mining, quarrying, and civil construction sectors.
Josh founded RiethThink on the belief that good environmental consulting means genuinely understanding a client's operation — not just ticking boxes. He works directly with every client, bringing practical knowledge of Queensland's regulatory environment and a no-nonsense approach to compliance.
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Contact Us
Ready to talk through your environmental obligations? We offer a straightforward initial consultation — no jargon, no pressure, just a practical conversation about what you need.
Download our Capability Statement to see the full scope of what we do.
Client Reviews
“Rieththink Environmental Consulting delivers thoughtful, practical solutions with a clear commitment to sustainability. Their team is knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely invested in helping clients make smarter environmental decisions. It’s refreshing to work with consultants who balance technical expertise with real-world impact—highly recommended.”
— Tammy Holmes“Would highly recommend to anyone look for environmental reporting. Josh and the team assisted with some pre-planning for drilling for a new water bore on rural property. Very handy prior to obtaining quotes from local contractors to drill.”
— Jake Rodwell“Josh and Amy are both highly professional and dedicated to sustainability. They provided tailored solutions that significantly improved our project, and their communication was top-notch. What stood out most was their genuine passion for the environment and commitment to client education. If you need reliable environmental consulting, I highly recommend RiethThink Environmental!”
— Aaron Pollard