Senior Aquatic Scientist - Flexible Work & Impactful Projects

Stantec; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Additional leave

Learning programs

Mentoring

EAP

Job summary

Stantec seeks a Senior or Principal Aquatic Scientist to join the Perth-based Aquatic Ecology Team. You will lead surveys, manage projects, perform lab analyses, and deliver technical reports.

The role involves coordinating across disciplines and contributing to environmental impact assessments across WA. We value extensive inland waters experience, strong communication and leadership, and the ability to mentor staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum tertiary qualification in Freshwater Ecology/ Biology or Marine Science.
• 5–20 years’ inland waters experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong field and technical skills with leadership ability.
• Excellent data management, analysis and report writing.
• Knowledge of inland waters legislation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan, lead and deliver aquatic ecology projects.
• Conduct field surveys in remote locations.
• Perform laboratory analysis and manage data.
• Prepare proposals and budgets to meet client and regulatory expectations.
• Mentor junior staff and manage project teams.
• Produce high-quality technical reports and EIAs.

Skills

Inland waters experience

Communication skills

Leadership ability

Data management & reporting

Team collaboration

Taxonomic identification (desirable)

Education

Freshwater Ecology / Biology or Marine Science degree

Job description

Stantec seeks a Senior or Principal Aquatic Scientist to join the Perth-based Aquatic Ecology Team. You will lead surveys, manage projects, perform lab analyses, and deliver technical reports.

The role involves coordinating across disciplines and contributing to environmental impact assessments across WA. We value extensive inland waters experience, strong communication and leadership, and the ability to mentor staff.