Senior Botanist – NSW Ecology Lead & Project Reports

Environmental Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development program

Study assistance

Internal NSW/Victoria opportunities

Employee spot rewards

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Biosis Australia is growing and we’d love you to be part of it. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Botanist to join our Ecology team for a 12-month maternity leave cover position, with strong potential for ongoing role at one of our NSW offices, including Sydney, Western Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle or Albury.

The successful candidate will lead and deliver ecological assessments, environmental approvals and contribute to conservation planning, and provide expert advice on a

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in ecological consulting or a related field.
• Tertiary qualifications in botany, ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline.
• BAM accreditation or working knowledge of its application is 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.
• A current and valid driver’s licence.
• You must have the right to work in Australia to apply for this job.

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 depending on experience presenting evidence.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, regulators, industry bodies and researchers.

Skills

Experience in ecological consulting

Project management

Strong written and verbal skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in botany / ecology / environmental science

Tools

BAM accreditation

Job description

Biosis Australia is growing and we’d love you to be part of it. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Senior Botanist to join our Ecology team for a 12-month maternity leave cover position, with strong potential for ongoing role at one of our NSW offices, including Sydney, Western Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle or Albury.

The successful candidate will lead and deliver ecological assessments, environmental approvals and contribute to conservation planning, and provide expert advice on a