Lead Botanist: Ecology, Approvals & Projects

ERM; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ERM is seeking an experienced botanist based in Perth to expand beyond traditional flora consulting. Lead complex flora and vegetation surveys across WA, influence environmental outcomes, and mentor junior ecologists while collaborating with ERM specialists across disciplines on mining, energy, infrastructure and renewable projects.

You will provide technical advice, manage projects end-to-end, and help shape environmental impact assessments and approvals strategies for diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Experience leading flora and vegetation surveys.
• Strong technical writing, analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Ability to manage projects, priorities and client expectations.
• Mentor botanists and ecologists and build technical capability.

Responsibilities

• Lead flora and vegetation surveys across Western Australia, including complex and remote field programs.
• Provide high-quality botanical identification, interpretation and technical advice.
• Lead the preparation and review of flora and vegetation assessments for environmental approvals.
• Influence projects by integrating botanical expertise into impact assessments and project design.
• Manage projects from scope and proposal through field delivery, reporting and client outcomes.
• Lead and mentor botanists and ecologists and contribute to ERM's ecology practice.

Skills

Field surveys

Project leadership

Client advisory

Technical writing

Education

Botany/Ecology degree

Job description

ERM is seeking an experienced botanist based in Perth to expand beyond traditional flora consulting. Lead complex flora and vegetation surveys across WA, influence environmental outcomes, and mentor junior ecologists while collaborating with ERM specialists across disciplines on mining, energy, infrastructure and renewable projects.

You will provide technical advice, manage projects end-to-end, and help shape environmental impact assessments and approvals strategies for diverse clients.