Lead Ecologist - Biodiversity, Field Leadership & Reporting

Aurecon Australasia Pty Ltd - Philippines Branch Office; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Environment and Planning team in Queensland. You will lead ecological assessments, coordinate field surveys and manage packages of work, delivering robust reports and strategic advice across energy, transport, and infrastructure projects.

You will mentor junior ecologists, collaborate with cross-functional specialists and travel across Queensland as projects require, while staying current with environmental legislation.

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology, botany, zoology, environmental science or related discipline.
• Experience conducting ecological assessments and field surveys.
• Strong technical report-writing skills and ability to translate field findings into practical advice.
• Knowledge of Queensland and Commonwealth environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver ecological assessments from planning to reporting.
• Undertake flora and fauna surveys and biodiversity data collection across Queensland.
• Manage own packages of work with timelines and outcomes.
• Prepare and review high-quality ecological impact assessment reports.
• Provide biodiversity offset advice and contribute to offset assessments.
• Mentor junior ecologists and strengthen team capability.
• Collaborate with environmental, planning and engineering specialists and contribute to client discussions.

Skills

Ecology fieldwork

Report writing

Leadership

Education

Degree in ecology

Job description

Aurecon is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Environment and Planning team in Queensland. You will lead ecological assessments, coordinate field surveys and manage packages of work, delivering robust reports and strategic advice across energy, transport, and infrastructure projects.

You will mentor junior ecologists, collaborate with cross-functional specialists and travel across Queensland as projects require, while staying current with environmental legislation.