Ecological Consultant
AECOM 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. This includes obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience.
Main Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and lead field-based ecology survey work, including baseline surveys, monitoring programs, and targeted flora and weed assessments across various bioregions.
* Plan, deliver, and analyse ecology surveys independently or collaboratively, performing impact assessments and designing mitigation strategies.
* Assist in managing the technical performance and delivery of ecological projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Degree in environmental science, ecology, biology or a related field.
* 7-10+ years professional experience in botanical surveys, with a strong focus on ecological consulting, vegetation assessments, or related fieldwork.
* Excellent field skills and experience conducting surveys in various environments, including mining, remote, and Perth Metro areas.
* Strong technical reporting skills proficiency in GIS desktop and data collection packages.
* WA driving licence and ability to work outdoors on short and extended field programs.
* Working knowledge of Commonwealth and State environmental legislation.
We foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.