Botanist - Field Ecology Lead & Flora Surveys

GHD; Perth; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Botanist to join our Ecology team in Perth. You will lead botanical surveys across WA, prepare ecological reports, and contribute to referrals and environmental assessments. The role involves travel to remote locations for extended survey periods and mentoring junior staff.

Relocation to Western Australia may be considered. A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Ecology and 5+ years of botanist experience are preferred, with a valid C-class driver’s license and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in environmental science or ecology.
• 5+ years’ relevant botanist experience in consultancy or similar.
• Current drivers’ licence (C class), manual preferred.
• Sound understanding of current environmental issues and legislation.
• Experience in proposal development and project management.
• Experience supervising junior team members and mentoring.
• Ability to deliver critical project outcomes under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking and leading botanical surveys throughout Western Australia, including flora and community surveys and identification.
• Preparing technical reports, vegetation and flora assessments, and documentation for referrals and environmental assessments.
• Preparing winning proposals to support business growth.
• Travel throughout the state to undertake surveys, including remote locations for extended periods.
• Conducting ecology surveys and assessments.
• Maintaining knowledge of ecology and botanical guidance and approvals.
• Making technical decisions and providing solutions based on expertise.

Skills

Botany expertise

Regulatory knowledge

Proposal development

Project management

Mentoring/leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Ecology

Job description

GHD is seeking a Botanist to join our Ecology team in Perth. You will lead botanical surveys across WA, prepare ecological reports, and contribute to referrals and environmental assessments. The role involves travel to remote locations for extended survey periods and mentoring junior staff.

Relocation to Western Australia may be considered. A Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or Ecology and 5+ years of botanist experience are preferred, with a valid C-class driver’s license and strong