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**ocation**:Newcastle or Sydney, NSW
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**his is an exciting opportunity for Field Ecologists wanting to start or further their career in ecological consulting. Be a part of a supportive, skilled, and growing team!**
While this opportunity is for a primarily field-based role, the nature of our work is varied and adaptable and Umwelt will support your progression into reporting, project management and technical expertise as your career evolves.
**About you**:
We are looking for motivated and enthusiastic F**ield Ecologists w**ho meet the following criteria:
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degree/post-graduate qualification in environmental science, botany, zoology environmental science (or similar). A
strong desire to work flexible hours and travel for ecological fieldwork including possible trips of extended duration (one week or greater) in rural or remote regions. E
- xperience in undertaking ecological surveys and a demonstrated passion for flora and/or fauna. P
- rior experience or knowledge of NSW Plant Community Types will be highly regarded. E
- xperience in developing and maintaining positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including peers, clients, and government agencies. A
- bility to work in a professional team as well as autonomously. C
- apability to effectively communicate with team members. E
- xperience in GIS and electronic data capture. A
- ppreciation of the importance of WHS matters.
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- **bout Umwelt**:
With three decades of experience and eight locations nationwide, we are a team of vibrant professionals with experience across a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, Defence, regulation and policy, resources, and the urban development sector. We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operation, and decommissioning.
At Umwelt, workplace culture is paramount. Our people are our most important asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow with a collaborative and supportive workplace and engaging project opportunities. Continue to expand your career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow, and succeed as part of a consultancy that puts its people first.
**What we offer**:
Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:
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genuine career role for an enthusiastic Ecologist #
- MeDays - an Umwelt wellbeing initiative that offers staff an additional day of paid leave per month (12 days per year for FTE in addition to other leave) to support mental health and wellbeing. F
- lexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance. A
role working alongside highly experienced professionals that can support you to grow and develop professionally. O
- pportunities to work nationally across a range of sectors on diverse and technically challenging projects. O
- pportunities to join the company’s Employee Share Plan (ESP). P
- aid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers. A
workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship. E
- stablished and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training. A
competitive salary based on skills and experience as well as generous per diem and significant field hours considerations.
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- **iversity and Inclusion**:
Our vision is to make a difference for our clients, our people, and the world around us. We rely on the diversity and unique experiences that each of our employees bring to deliver on this vision. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity in the workplace.
We support and promote a family-friendly working environment, and we offer a range of family-friendly work practices that allow our team members to balance their work commitments with their family responsibilities. This includes flexible work arrangements, paid parental leave and additional #MeDays, as well as a range of established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives.
**Join our Team**:
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📌 Feild Ecologist
🏢 Umwelt
📍 Newcastle