Job Description
Come grow with us.
AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage.
This role can be based in Townsville or Cairns.
How you'll make a difference
* Ecological impact assessment and offsetting for a range of projects and scale, and supporting internal clients with delivering the ecological requirements within multi-disciplinary tenders and projects
* Working independently, or with a team of ecologists, in the planning, delivery and management of ecology surveys; analysis and evaluation of results, impact assessments, and the design and implementation of successful mitigation strategies
* Provide excellent client service through risk-based strategic advice and high-quality technical reporting
* Identify and implement efficiencies and digital solutions to collaborate and work smarter
* Support the team's strategic growth, technical excellence, and innovation in ecological assessments.
* Assisting with project management, including the technical and financial performance of ecological projects.
Qualifications
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
* Demonstrated technical knowledge of flora, fauna and ecological communities in Queensland (6+ years), with experience in NSW or NT advantageous.
* Ability to lead project delivery, engage with clients, and mentor a high-performing team across field and office-based work.
* Experience in environmental approval processes and impact assessment reporting.
* Bachelor's degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, or a related field.
* Proficiency with GIS tools such as ESRI ArcGIS Pro advantageous.
* Willingness to undertake fieldwork across Queensland, with a valid Class C driver's license and 4WD experience.
Benefits
* Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing, and hybrid work options
* Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
* Swap public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
* Continuous learning and growth – lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
EEO & Accessibility
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.
Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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