Consultant Ecologist

Ecological Solutions; Central Coast; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Birthday leave

Professional development

Job summary

Ecological Solutions on the NSW Central Coast is seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join our boutique practice and help lead projects across NSW.

You will deliver field surveys and write technical reports, coordinate with clients and engineers, and contribute to biodiversity assessments as the team grows.

This hybrid role offers growth, a company vehicle, and paid development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology, environmental science, or similar.
• Clear, concise report writing and ability to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of NSW flora/fauna and GIS mapping benefits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver field surveys and technical reporting for NSW projects.
• Collaborate with Principal Ecologist, clients, planners and engineers.
• Conduct flora and fauna surveys, targeted species surveys, and BAM plots.
• Contribute to BDARs, BSAs, Flora & Fauna Assessments, and Reports.
• Travel locally/regionally for field surveys, including occasional night shifts.

Skills

Ecology fieldwork

Flora & fauna ID

Report writing

GIS mapping

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in ecology/environmental science

Job description

Location: Central Coast, NSW | Remote/hybrid model, career growth in an expanding ecological consultancy.

Location: Regional NSW and WFH and Hybrid

Type: Full Time

Closes: 13/11/2026

Ecological Solutions is a boutique ecological consultancy based on the NSW Central Coast, working across NSW. We help public and private clients understand and navigate the biodiversity side of their projects, flagging the risks and opportunities early and guiding them as required.

Due to rapid growth, we're seeking a Consultant Ecologist to join our team. This is an opportunity to join early, help build a tight-knit team, and shape the direction of the business. As the business grows, so will your role, progressing into project leadership, client relationships, and mentoring.

The Role

• Deliver field surveys and technical reporting for projects across NSW
• Work closely with the Principal Ecologist and clients, alongside planners, engineers, and other consultants
• Conduct flora and fauna surveys, targeted threatened species surveys, BAM plots, GIS mapping, and report writing
• Contribute to BDARs, BSAs, Flora and Fauna Assessments, Reviews of Environmental Factors, Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Plans
• Undertake pre-clearing surveys and fauna handling as required
• Travel locally and regionally, including occasional night and early morning surveys

About You

• 3-5 years of experience in ecological consulting or a related field
• Degree in ecology, environmental science, or similar
• Strong NSW flora and fauna identification skills and hands-on survey experience
• Knowledge of BC Act, EP&A Act, EPBC Act, and NSW BAM
• Clear, concise report writing and meeting deadlines
• GIS mapping experience
• Class C licence and willingness to travel for fieldwork
• Beneficial: BAM Accreditation, fauna handling, White Card, First Aid certificate

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package including company vehicle for private use
• Paid birthday leave
• Professional membership to an industry body of choice
• Investment in your professional development
• A genuine voice in the direction of a small, growing practice

See the position description attached for further information about this role.