Principal or Lead Ecologist – Flora Focus Epic Environmental is seeking a Principal or Lead Ecologist with strong flora expertise to drive our ecology offering across Queensland and beyond.
You'll lead field programs, approvals strategies, and contribute to the growth and mentoring of our national ecology team.
Purposeful Projects, Diverse Workload From ecological impact assessments to targeted flora surveys for infrastructure, mining, renewables and urban projects—across sectors and ecosystems, not in silos.
Fieldwork, strategy and flexibility, all in balance.
What You'll Be Doing Leading and delivering complex ecological assessments (flora, TECs, offsets, biodiversity impacts) Designing and implementing targeted flora survey programs Preparing technical reports, impact assessments, and offset strategies Advising clients on regulatory pathways (EPBC, NCA, State Code 16, etc.) Liaising with regulators, landholders, and internal teams Mentoring junior ecologists and growing our technical capability in flora Contributing to business development and project strategy What You'll Need Degree in Ecology, Botany, Environmental Science, or related field Solid experience in consulting, with a strong flora focus In-depth knowledge of Queensland and Commonwealth ecological legislation Demonstrated experience leading field surveys and delivering quality reports A genuine interest in mentoring and building team capability Ability to drive project strategy and client relationships What's In It For You Flexibility — work from home, in the field, or from the Brisbane office Competitive salary + performance incentives Direct access to Epic's senior leadership and national ecology team Unique opportunity to shape the future of Epic's flora offering Supportive, values-driven culture (no micromanagers, no politics) Real ownership and influence over the work you do Apply now: Follow us: LinkedIn View our projects: Let's set a new standard for ecological consulting in Queensland — together.
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