Senior Botanist

GHD; Maroochydore; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Botanist to join the Queensland Ecology and Natural Resources team. The role will involve leading flora surveys across Queensland and interstate, delivering ecological assessments, and developing mitigation solutions for major projects.

You will mentor junior staff and collaborate with clients, land managers and government bodies to achieve sustainable outcomes. The position offers flexibility to be based in Brisbane, Maroochydore or Robina, with a strong focus on

Qualifications

• Ten years plus experience in terrestrial ecological assessment or equivalent.
• Strong field survey skills and ability to work autonomously on multi-site projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to deliver projects on time with a focus on client satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Lead flora surveys across Queensland and interstate.
• Identify ecological values and assess impacts for consents and approvals.
• Develop avoidance/mitigation strategies and biodiversity offset solutions.
• Mentor junior ecologists and contribute to project delivery.

Skills

Ten years experience

Autonomous work

Strong communication

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Botany or Ecology

Tools

Field survey methods

Job description

Job Description

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.

Join us as we strive for a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

GHD’s Queensland Ecology and Natural Resources team, part of the broader Environment Business Group has an opportunity for a Senior Botanist. This role can be based in Brisbane, Maroochydore or Robina office.

You’ll deliver a broad range of conservation, impact assessment and monitoring projects, working with vegetation types that include grassland, wetland, forest and woodland communities, and in partnership with GHD’s clients, land managers and state government bodies.

You’ll be encouraged to focus on areas and projects that you are truly passionate about, develop your specific interests over time, and make the role your own. Work with our national ecology service line in other states and territories to explore new landscapes.

You’ll also make a meaningful impact while mentoring and developing others, whilst having the opportunity to build on your own technical skills. The role allows for a true work-life balance in a fun, flexible, supportive team of passionate Ecologists!

This diverse and exciting position will see you involved in:

• Working on local, national and international projects to identify, assess and monitor ecological values, particularly within the markets of Future Energy, Future Water and Future Communities
• Conducting field surveys for baseline ecological assessments, targeted threatened species surveys, long‑term monitoring, and assessment of BioCondition
• Identifying ecological impacts, developing avoidance and mitigation plans, assessing significant residual impacts in accordance with guidelines, and developing biodiversity offset solutions
• Applying the principals of threatened species legislation; policy; management, conservation and recovery plans
• Supporting key clients to drive sustainable environmental outcomes on major projects
• Developing relationships with industry networks, government and university leaders and clients
• Working within multidisciplinary teams, to drive best outcomes for clients, community and the environment
• Leading flora surveys throughout Queensland and interstate including verification and mapping of regional ecosystems and vegetation communities, threatened species searches, and biosecurity assessments
• Delivering technical input and review of impact assessments and development of management solutions for conservation of biodiversity values
• Providing expertise on legislative requirements for environmental approvals and specialist advice for clients on project planning, delivery and rehabilitation
• Developing the natural resources business through engagement with internal and external clients

What Would You Bring To The Team

• A minimum of ten years’ experience in a similar role
• Tertiary qualifications in Botany, Ecology or Natural Resource Management coupled with professional experience in terrestrial ecological assessment
• Demonstrated experience in field survey methodology and compliance with suitably qualified requirements under Commonwealth and State legislation
• Ability to work autonomously, with a strong focus on project delivery and client satisfaction
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work on multiple projects concurrently
• Ability to apply sustainable, innovative and practical technical solutions to problems
• Demonstrated knowledge of environmental legislation and previous involvement in preparation of environmental approvals and permits
• Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and deliver ecological projects, including field‑based ecological surveys and the preparation of deliverables
• Previous work experience with state and local government will be highly regarded

This role may require incumbents to spend time in remote locations away from the designated place of work to perform field work. Such duties may expose the incumbent to inclement weather, extensive walking across uneven or rough terrain, or a range of natural environments. The role will also include the carrying of instruments and equipment to perform duties in the field.

Access to field work will at times require the operation of a 4‑Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicle, including driving conditions of gazetted or non‑gazetted roads including rough terrain, dirt & sand tracks. In some instances, roster duties may be required to perform the role. These will be agreed with incumbents in advance and may include a change to working patterns for the duration of the assignment. Additional hours, above the standard 8 hours per day may also be required.

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well‑being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

About Us

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The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.