Principal or Lead Ecologist – Flora Focus Epic Environmental is seeking a Principal or Lead Ecologist with solid flora expertise to drive our ecology offering across Queensland and beyond.
You'll lead field programs, approvals strategies, and contribute to the growth and mentoring of our national ecology team.Purposeful Projects, Diverse Workload From ecological impact assessments to targeted flora surveys for infrastructure, mining, renewables and urban projects—across sectors and ecosystems, not in silos.
Fieldwork, strategy and flexibility, all in balance.What You'll Be Doing Leading and delivering complex ecological assessments (flora, TECs, offsets, biodiversity impacts)Designing and implementing targeted flora survey programsPreparing technical reports, impact assessments, and offset strategiesAdvising clients on regulatory pathways (EPBC, NCA, State Code 16, etc.)Liaising with regulators, landholders, and internal teamsMentoring junior ecologists and growing our technical capability in floraContributing to business development and project strategyWhat You'll Need Degree in Ecology, Botany, Environmental Science, or related fieldSolid experience in consulting, with a robust flora focusIn-depth knowledge of Queensland and Commonwealth ecological legislationDemonstrated experience leading field surveys and delivering quality reportsA genuine interest in mentoring and building team capabilityAbility to drive project strategy and client relationshipsWhat's In It For You Flexibility — work from home, in the field, or from the Brisbane officeCompetitive salary + performance incentivesDirect access to Epic's senior leadership and national ecology teamUnique prospect to shape the future of Epic's flora offeringSupportive, values-driven culture (no micromanagers, no politics)Real ownership and influence over the work you doApply now: Follow us: LinkedInView our projects: set a new standard for ecological consulting in Queensland — together.
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📌 Principal Or Lead Ecologist Brisbane
🏢 Epic Environmental
📍 Brisbane