Senior Botanist — Ecology Lead for NSW Projects

environmentjobs.com; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development

Study assistance

Internal opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Biosis Australia is seeking a Senior Botanist to join our Ecology team for a 12-month maternity leave cover, with strong potential for ongoing work across NSW offices including Sydney, Western Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle or Albury.

You will lead ecological assessments, prepare high-quality reports, and provide expert advice on biodiversity legislation while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with clients and regulators.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in botany, ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in ecological consulting or a related field.
• BAM accreditation or working knowledge of its application preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in Australian ecosystems.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and NSW policy framework.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Current and valid driver’s licence.
• Right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead delivery of ecological survey programs and impact assessment tailored to client needs.
• Preparing high-quality technical reports, including ecological impact assessment, vegetation mapping, and offsets advice and strategy.
• Leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex projects.
• Providing expert advice on New South Wales and Commonwealth biodiversity legislation.
• Supporting junior staff in fieldwork, data analysis, and reporting.
• Liaising with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure project delivery aligns with client and regulator needs.
• Preparing project proposals and tender submissions.
• Assisting in the preparation of expert evidence and presenting evidence.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, regulators, industry bodies and researchers.

Education

Degree in Botany / Ecology / Environmental Science

Job description

Biosis Australia is seeking a Senior Botanist to join our Ecology team for a 12-month maternity leave cover, with strong potential for ongoing work across NSW offices including Sydney, Western Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle or Albury.

You will lead ecological assessments, prepare high-quality reports, and provide expert advice on biodiversity legislation while mentoring junior staff and coordinating with clients and regulators.