…More than just an environmental consultancy Eco Logical Australia (ELA) exists to empower employees and clients to make a difference. We pride ourselves as being Approachable Experts, who lead with science and technology to help our clients navigate complex projects, achieving the best possible outcome for them and the environment.
We are an environmental consultancy with 200 environmental experts across 17 offices. Our people are industry leaders – down-to-earth, passionate, talented, and all-round nice people! ELA works autonomously within the global Tetra Tech group, which is made up of 49 individual companies. This mix of local and global services provides our clients with the benefits of a mid-size consultancy, and the security; resources; and opportunities of a global entity.
We are committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and are valued and respected for their contributions. This commitment is built on our core values of Listen First, Share Your Genius, Be Courageous, and Feed the Culture .
Our recruitment practices ensure equal employment opportunities and access while our culture and strategic actions promote career growth and development in a safe and supportive environment. We also offer full-time, part-time, and flexible work options to help our people live their best lives.
Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is underway, and we proudly partner with CareerTrackers to provide meaningful career internships for First Nations university students.
That's what truly makes us… more than just an environmental consultancy .
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic Experienced to Associate Ecologist to join our team in our Wollongong office. This role has been specifically designed for a consultant who is keen to jump into a long-term local monitoring project but also welcome the opportunity to work on and project manage a diverse range of projects and deliver environmental and ecological solutions for our clients.
The scientific side of the role will see you scoping, managing, and undertaking ecological surveys and assessments, proposal and report writing, and project management. You will also assist with client liaison, office strategy, business development, and mentoring. We encourage employees to rethink traditional methods of project delivery and develop innovative solutions .
On a national level within the company, you will link into the wider Ecology Discipline, learn new skills and you're your own unique part in helping us fulfill our company's vision of "Leading with science, to inform critical environmental decisions, and deliver positive solutions". ABOUT YOU This role will allow you to combine your passion for ecology, while further developing your field skills, and showcasing your talent as a project manager.
To be successful, you will have:
Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science/Ecology or related discipline 3+ years' ecological experience (preferably in NSW) Working knowledge of NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation Strong fauna and/or flora species knowledge and identification skills Experience planning and undertaking ecological fieldwork Experience with long-term monitoring projects Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Experience preparing a range of high-quality reports, such as environmental assessments and management plans Project management skills and experience It is also desirable that you have:
Ecological consulting experience BAM assessor accreditation or ability to obtain WE WILL OFFER YOU A competitive remuneration in addition to a range of other benefits including workplace flexibility, professional development, opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional leave, an employee stock purchase program (NASDAQ TTEK), genderless 12 week paid parental leave, salary sacrifice into super, and health and wellbeing initiatives. Oh, and let's not forget the birthday leave benefit (that's right, you get an extra day off on your birthday!).
NEXT STEPS If you are an Australian citizen or resident, or have permanent working rights, are seeking a supportive and professional organisation where workplace culture is highly valued, and where you will be given the opportunity to chase and lead exciting projects, with the support of a great team, get in touch!
nrmjobs.com.au/job/20025595 …More than just an environmental consultancy Eco Logical Australia (ELA) exists to empower employees and clients to make a difference. We pride ourselves as being Approachable Experts, who lead with science and technology to help our clients navigate complex projects, achieving the best possible outcome for them and the environment.
We are an environmental consultancy with 200 environmental experts across 17 offices. Our people are industry leaders – down-to-earth, passionate, talented, and all-round nice people! ELA works autonomously within the global Tetra Tech group, which is made up of 49 individual companies. This mix of local and global services provides our clients with the benefits of a mid-size consultancy, and the security; resources; and opportunities of a global entity.
We are committed to fostering a welcoming and supportive workplace, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and are valued and respected for their contributions. This commitment is built on our core values of Listen First, Share Your Genius, Be Courageous, and Feed the Culture .
Our recruitment practices ensure equal employment opportunities and access while our culture and strategic actions promote career growth and development in a safe and supportive environment. We also offer full-time, part-time, and flexible work options to help our people live their best lives.
Our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) is underway, and we proudly partner with CareerTrackers to provide meaningful career internships for First Nations university students.
That's what truly makes us… more than just an environmental consultancy .
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic Experienced to Associate Ecologist to join our team in our Wollongong office. This role has been specifically designed for a consultant who is keen to jump into a long-term local monitoring project but also welcome the opportunity to work on and project manage a diverse range of projects and deliver environmental and ecological solutions for our clients.
The scientific side of the role will see you scoping, managing, and undertaking ecological surveys and assessments, proposal and report writing, and project management. You will also assist with client liaison, office strategy, business development, and mentoring. We encourage employees to rethink traditional methods of project delivery and develop innovative solutions .
On a national level within the company, you will link into the wider Ecology Discipline, learn new skills and you're your own unique part in helping us fulfill our company's vision of "Leading with science, to inform critical environmental decisions, and deliver positive solutions". ABOUT YOU This role will allow you to combine your passion for ecology, while further developing your field skills, and showcasing your talent as a project manager.
To be successful, you will have:
Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science/Ecology or related discipline 3+ years' ecological experience (preferably in NSW) Working knowledge of NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation Strong fauna and/or flora species knowledge and identification skills Experience planning and undertaking ecological fieldwork Experience with long-term monitoring projects Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Experience preparing a range of high-quality reports, such as environmental assessments and management plans Project management skills and experience Current driver's licence It is also desirable that you have:
Ecological consulting experience BAM assessor accreditation or ability to obtain WE WILL OFFER YOU A competitive remuneration in addition to a range of other benefits including workplace flexibility, professional development, opportunity to purchase up to 2 weeks of additional leave, an employee stock purchase program (NASDAQ TTEK), genderless 12 week paid parental leave, salary sacrifice into super, and health and wellbeing initiatives. Oh, and let's not forget the birthday leave benefit (that's right, you get an extra day off on your birthday!).
NEXT STEPS If you are an Australian citizen or resident, or have permanent working rights, are seeking a supportive and professional organisation where workplace culture is highly valued, and where you will be given the opportunity to chase and lead exciting projects, with the support of a great team, get in touch!
nrmjobs.com.au/job/20025595 How to apply:
Please forward your application (including a cover letter addressing the above criteria) to our People and Culture team, via email .
For further information about the position, please contact Deanne Hickey, Wollongong Operations Manager .
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