Graduate Ecologist (Start ASAP)

Unitec; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Share Purchase Plan

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Professional development programs

Employee Benefits program

Job summary

WSP Australia is recruiting a Graduate Ecologist to join our national ecology team and contribute to ecological fieldwork, biodiversity assessments, and environmental monitoring across infrastructure and renewable energy projects. You will work alongside experienced ecologists, botanists, zoologists, and planners, gaining hands-on field experience and developing skills for a successful consulting career.

The role supports a structured Graduate Development Program, mentoring, and professional

Qualifications

• Completing or recently completed degree in Ecology, Conservation Biology, Botany, Zoology or related environmental field.
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork, including regional locations.
• Passion for ecology, biodiversity and conservation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Driver’s licence or working towards one.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ecological field surveys and environmental monitoring programs.
• Assist with flora and fauna surveys, habitat assessments, and vegetation mapping.
• Support environmental sampling and field data collection activities.
• Help identify plant species, habitats, and ecological communities.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and ecological assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams across Australia.
• Develop practical field skills while working alongside experienced ecologists.
• Contribute to projects that help clients achieve positive environmental outcomes.

Skills

Field surveys

Environmental monitoring

Data collection

Report writing

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Driver’s licence

Education

Ecology

Conservation Biology

Botany

Zoology

Environmental discipline (related)

Job description

Be part of WSP’s national ecology team, delivering fieldwork and environmental assessments across infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects, and connect with some of the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and shape a career as unique as you.

The Opportunity

Are you passionate about ecology, biodiversity, and protecting Australia's unique natural environments?

We're looking for a Graduate Ecologist to join our team and help deliver projects that protect and enhance our natural resources and ecosystems.

As part of our national Environment team, you'll work alongside experienced ecologists, botanists, zoologists, environmental scientists, and planners on a variety of infrastructure, renewable energy, water, resources, and local government projects.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving environmental challenges, and learning from industry experts. You'll gain hands‑on experience undertaking ecological fieldwork, environmental monitoring, and biodiversity assessments while building the skills needed for a successful consulting career.

Day to Day, You Will

• Participate in ecological field surveys and environmental monitoring programs.
• Assist with flora and fauna surveys, habitat assessments, and vegetation mapping.
• Support environmental sampling and field data collection activities.
• Help identify plant species, habitats, and ecological communities.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports and ecological assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams across Australia.
• Develop practical field skills while working alongside experienced ecologists.
• Contribute to projects that help clients achieve positive environmental outcomes.

About You

You’ll be completing or have recently completed a degree in:

• Ecology
• Conservation Biology
• Botany
• Zoology
• A related environmental discipline

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a genuine passion for ecology, biodiversity, and conservation.
• Enjoys working outdoors and undertaking field‑based work.
• Is curious, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.
• Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Has good attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Can analyse information and solve problems.
• Is willing to travel for fieldwork, including to regional locations when required.
• Holds, or is working towards obtaining, a driver’s licence.

Advantageous Skills and Experience

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

• Experience through university projects, volunteer work, or internships involving ecological surveys or environmental monitoring.
• Familiarity with environmental legislation and biodiversity assessment processes.

What You’ll Gain

At WSP, we invest in our graduates from day one. You’ll have access to:

• A structured Graduate Development Program.
• Mentoring and support from experienced professionals.
• Technical training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects, clients, and ecosystems.
• Opportunities to develop both field and consulting skills.
• A collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Clear pathways for career progression within WSP.

Imagine a Better Future for You and a Better Future for Us All

Join our community of passionate professionals who are helping shape a more sustainable future. With more than 69,000 employees globally, WSP works on projects that make a positive difference in communities around the world.

Permanent employees may also have access to:

• An Employee Share Purchase Plan, providing the opportunity to become owners and vested partners in WSP's collective success.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Professional development programs designed to support personal and professional growth.
• Additional employee benefits available through WSP's Employee Benefits program.

If you’re ready to kick‑start your ecology career and make a real impact on the environment, we’d love to hear from you.