Botanist Position
We are seeking a highly skilled botanist to join our team in Sydney.
* The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality service and advice in their area of expertise to clients and colleagues, in both office-based and fieldwork activities.
* Participate and lead field survey programs focused on flora and vegetation surveys, including targeted surveys and vegetation mapping of plant community types, in a diverse range of environments across NSW.
* Analysis of botanical data and preparation of clear, concise technical reports; interpretation and application of environmental legislation to projects across a variety of different sectors.
* Integrating technical work into multidisciplinary assessments and project teams; making independent studies, analyses, interpretations, conclusions, and decisions, and preparing reports outlining the findings of these studies.
* Providing leadership and guidance to junior staff; travel to remote areas to conduct field survey programs; preparing tenders and proposals; assisting in the development and implementation of team business plans and strategies.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Skills:
* An appropriate tertiary qualification in Botany, Ecology, Environmental Management, Natural Resources, or in another related field.
* 5+ years' experience in an ecological role in the environmental consulting sector or other equivalent role, entailing undertaking ecological surveys and report production.
* Ability to identify flora in NSW by sight and using keys.
* BAM accreditation preferred, working towards accreditation with experience preparing/contributing to Biodiversity Assessment Reports ('BARs') also considered.
* Experience in the design and implementation of flora surveys and monitoring programs.
* Strong data analysis, report writing, and computer skills.
* Proven ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
* Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary projects.
Benefits:
* We are proud of our unique culture where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients.
* Whether you're working in the office, from home, or a mix of the two, we recognize that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all.