Senior Botanist

AECO; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Parental leave (up to 22 weeks)

Health insurance discount

Free annual flu vaccinations

skin checks

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced ecologist to conduct field-based surveys and lead ecological projects across WA. You will plan, execute and analyse biodiversity assessments, supporting multi-disciplinary tenders and client delivery.

Join a global environment team with hybrid work options and opportunities to advance technical reporting using GIS tools and robust environmental governance. WA-based role with field duties and travel as required.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in environmental science, ecology, botany or similar.
• 5+ years experience conducting and leading botanical surveys in WA.
• Proficiency with GIS desktop and data collection tools (ArcGIS, Fieldmaps).
• WA driving licence and ability to work outdoors on field programmes.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth and State environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field-based ecology surveys, including baseline surveys and monitoring.
• Lead ecological projects and support tenders and deliverables.
• Plan, deliver and analyze ecology surveys independently or with teams.
• Assist in managing technical performance and delivery of projects.

Skills

Field ecology

Geographic fieldwork

Driving licence

Ephemeral reporting

Commonwealth & State env. legislation

ArcGIS

Fieldmaps

Education

Undergraduate degree in environmental science, ecology, botany or similar

Tools

ArcGIS

Fieldmaps

Job description

• Primary Location: AU - Perth, WA - 58 Mounts Bay Road

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

“AECOM has given me the opportunities, support and trust to build a career that's aligned with my ambitions and interests.” Lauren Spring, Sector Manager & Growth Lead - Environment, WA

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.

How you’ll make a difference:

• Conduct field-based ecology survey work, including baseline surveys, monitoring programmes, and targeted flora and weed assessments across various bioregions.
• Lead and manage ecological projects, supporting internal clients with multi-disciplinary tenders and deliverables.
• 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.

Qualifications

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 environments, including mining, remote, and Perth Metro areas
• 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)

Additional Information

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.
• Corporate health insurance discount, free annual flu vaccinations and skin checks.

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