Senior Botanist

Aecom2; Darwin; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave up to 22 weeks

Share purchase plan

Health insurance discount

Job summary

AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including permits and approvals, decommissioning and site restoration, and addressing climate change challenges and resilience.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced botanist to work across WA and NT, with base in either

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in environmental science, ecology, botany or similar.
• 5+ years experience conducting and leading botanical surveys in WA/NT environments.
• Knowledge of environmental legislation (EPA guides, BC Act).
• Driving licence and ability to travel between WA and NT.

Responsibilities

• Lead field-based botanical surveys across WA and NT, including baseline surveys and monitoring.
• Plan, deliver, and analyse ecology surveys independently or with others.
• Assist in managing technical performance and delivery of ecological projects.

Skills

Field surveys

GIS (ArcGIS)

Fieldwork

Technical reporting

Driving licence

Education

Undergraduate degree in environmental science, ecology or botany

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS

Fieldmaps

Job description

"What excites me most about working in the Northern Territory is the opportunity to be part of its growth story. The scale of projects, the diversity of challenges, and the trust placed in people to lead creates an environment where professional development happens faster than anywhere else I've experienced."

Matt Ryan, Team Manager - Environment, NT

AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage.

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced botanist to work across two of Australia's most ecologically diverse regions. Based in either our Perth or Darwin office , you'll contribute to projects across both Western Australia and the Northern Territory, combining locally focused work with the variety and career opportunities of a broader regional role.

How you'll make a difference:

• Lead field-based botanical surveys across WA and the NT, including baseline surveys, monitoring programs, and targeted flora and weed assessments.
• Work across diverse environments, from WA's mining regions and metropolitan areas to the unique and remote landscapes of the Northern Territory.
• Plan, deliver, and analyse ecology surveys independently or collaboratively, performing impact assessments and designing mitigation strategies.
• Assist in managing the technical performance and delivery of ecological projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
• Share your knowledge and help develop the capability of our growing ecology teams across WA and the NT.

The qualities that help you thrive:

• Undergraduate degree in environmental science, ecology, botany or similar
• Excellent field skills with 5+ years experience conducting and leading botanical surveys in various WA and NT environments, including mining, remote etc
• Strong technical reporting skills proficiency in GIS desktop and data collection packages (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS and Fieldmaps)
• WA driving licence and ability to work outdoors on short and extended field programmes
• Working knowledge of Commonwealth and State environmental legislation (EPA technical guides, BC Act)
• A collaborative approach and willingness to travel between WA and the NT as project needs require.

Why you'll love working with us:

• Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job-sharing and hybrid work options.
• Up to 22 weeks parental leave, 2 weeks paid partner leave and up to 12 weeks paid alternative primary carer leave.
• Share purchase plans.
• Corporate health insurance discount, free annual flu vaccinations and skin checks.

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