Our team is seeking an experienced Ecologist to fill the role of Principal level Ecologist. This position requires a strong background in biodiversity consulting, with expertise in flora and fauna identification. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and experience working on large scale renewable energy and infrastructure developments.
This is a leadership role within our Biodiversity team where you will manage projects, provide advice to clients and internal staff, drive standards and mentor staff. You will be responsible for managing a wide range of projects, including renewable energy and infrastructure developments as well as smaller niche projects. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and help lead our Biodiversity team to new heights, we encourage you to apply.
We offer a flexible work environment, generous professional development budgets and a positive and supportive work culture. Our team is passionate about sustainability and reducing our impact on the environment. We believe that by working together, we can make a real difference and create a better future for all.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage projects and provide advice to clients and internal staff
* Drive standards and mentor staff
* Work on a wide range of projects, including renewable energy and infrastructure developments as well as smaller niche projects
* Mentor and train junior staff members
Requirements:
* Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Ecology or related field
* Demonstrated experience in flora and/or fauna identification
* Knowledge of state and Commonwealth environmental legislation and policy
* Demonstrated experience with GIS
* Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
Benefits:
* Flexible work environment
* Generous professional development budgets
* Positive and supportive work culture
* Paid parental leave
* Well-being program and EAP