Senior Aquatic Ecologist — Lead Fieldwork & Data Analytics

SLR Consulting Australia Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SLR Consulting Australia Pty Ltd in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Aquatic Ecologist to join our Milton, Brisbane office on a permanent full-time basis. You will lead aquatic ecology surveys, manage fieldwork in remote locations, and deliver robust, client-ready reports.

The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, 4+ years’ postgraduate experience, and current licences. You’ll mentor junior ecologists and work on projects across wetlands, rivers, and estuarine systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Zoology, Marine science, or related field.
• 4+ years’ post graduate experience as either an aquatic ecologist, biologist, or water quality specialist.
• Current Drivers Licence (manual) is essential; QLD Boat Licence or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Analyse complex aquatic ecology datasets using multivariate techniques and prepare clear, technically robust reports suitable for public review
• Lead aquatic ecology and water quality fieldwork in remote locations, including field planning, team coordination, and on-site safety and quality oversight
• Provide senior technical oversight and quality assurance for aquatic ecology assessments, monitoring programs and impact assessments, including review of methodologies, interpretation and deliverables
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior and intermediate ecologists, and represent projects in client and regulator discussions
• Co-manage the maintenance, repair and storage of field gear
• Laboratory experience i.e. sorting, enumeration, identification, sample preparation etc.

Job description

SLR Consulting Australia Pty Ltd in Brisbane is seeking a Senior Aquatic Ecologist to join our Milton, Brisbane office on a permanent full-time basis. You will lead aquatic ecology surveys, manage fieldwork in remote locations, and deliver robust, client-ready reports.

The role requires a relevant bachelor’s degree, 4+ years’ postgraduate experience, and current licences. You’ll mentor junior ecologists and work on projects across wetlands, rivers, and estuarine systems.