Ecologists and Botanists

Personnel with experience of environmental consultancy or assessment, with a focus on terrestrial ecosystems

Ecologists - Junior to Management Level required in all states.

We are seeking a number of personnel for various clients in all states.

This would suit personnel with experience of environmental consultancy or assessment, with a focus on terrestrial ecosystems.

Please find a summary of some key aspects of the roles:

Key Responsibilities

• Environmental Surveys and Impact Assessments:
• Conduct and oversee surveys and assessments of terrestrial ecosystems, including flora, fauna, biodiversity, and habitat.
• Plant Community Identification:
• Demonstrate advanced skills in identifying plant communities and species.
• Field Survey Coordination:
• Lead and coordinate field surveys for terrestrial flora and fauna.
• Legislation Compliance:
• Understand and apply relevant impact assessment legislation in ecological projects.
• Technical Report Production:
• Produce high-quality technical reports and provide technical reviews.
• Team Support:
• Offer technical support, mentoring, and assistance to team members.
• Problem Solving:
• Identify issues and develop appropriate solutions.
  

Qualifications Required

• Educational Background:
• Tertiary qualifications in Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resources, or a related field.
• Experience:
• At least 2 years of experience in an environmental consultancy or public sector role, with a focus on ecological/environmental surveys and report production.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in Arc GIS, ESRI, and ePrimer.
• High-level flora and fauna identification skills.
• Advanced report writing skills.
• Additional Skills:
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• A driver’s licence is essential; 4WD experience and accreditation are preferable.
• Flexibility to travel occasionally.
• Accreditations:
• BAM Accreditation is advantageous but not essential.

These roles are well-suited for candidates with solid field experience, technical expertise, and at a more senior level the ability to lead and support a team while navigating regulatory requirements.