Ecologist Lead – Botany Specialist for Infrastructure

Arup; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup is seeking an ecologist with a strong botany focus to lead ecological assessments and botanical surveys across major infrastructure, water and energy projects in Victoria. You will guide field programmes, provide expert ecological input to clients and regulators, and help deliver positive project outcomes.

You will mentor junior ecologists, contribute to project approaches, and represent the team in internal and external meetings, while working within Arup's systems and values.

Qualifications

• Recognised tertiary qualifications in Ecology or Botany sciences or related discipline.
• Accreditation in DEECA’s Victorian Vegetation Quality Assessment is desirable.
• Field strengths in identifying flora, Ecological Vegetation Classes and fauna.
• Membership in professional bodies is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in field surveys and ecological assessment reporting for infrastructure projects is valued.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex ecological assessments and botanical surveys and oversee fieldwork programmes.
• Provide ecological and botanical advice to clients and regulators.
• Prepare technical reports and contribute to major infrastructure projects in Victoria.
• Mentor ecologists and contribute to growth of the ecology team.
• Represent Arup in meetings and ensure work aligns with the Management System.

Skills

Ecology

Botany

Fieldwork planning

Technical reporting

Flora identification

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Ecology/Botany degree

Job description

Arup is seeking an ecologist with a strong botany focus to lead ecological assessments and botanical surveys across major infrastructure, water and energy projects in Victoria. You will guide field programmes, provide expert ecological input to clients and regulators, and help deliver positive project outcomes.

You will mentor junior ecologists, contribute to project approaches, and represent the team in internal and external meetings, while working within Arup's systems and values.