Senior Consultant, Botanist / Zoologist / Ecologist

Aurecon Group; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking a Senior Botanist / Zoologist / Ecologist to join our Environment & Planning team. You will lead terrestrial flora or fauna surveys across Western Australia and the Northern Territory, and prepare high-quality ecological assessments and reports for energy, resources, infrastructure and government projects.

You will apply strong knowledge of WA species and bioregions, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on project strategy and environmental approvals, and provide technical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in zoology, botany, ecology, environmental science or related discipline.
• Strong terrestrial ecology industry experience in Western Australia, including planning and delivering field surveys.
• For botanists, WA experience in the South West and Pilbara bioregions; for zoologists, experience in WA bioregions.
• Clear technical writing, sound judgement and strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver terrestrial flora or fauna surveys across Western Australia and Northern Territory.
• Prepare high-quality ecological assessments, technical reports and advice for energy, resources, infrastructure and government projects.
• Apply strong knowledge of Western Australian species, environments, survey requirements and relevant bioregions.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to support project strategy, environmental approvals and practical client outcomes.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to developing practitioners while contributing to quality assurance and best-practice delivery.

Skills

Flora and fauna survey delivery

Technical reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in ecology or related

Job description

Senior Botanist / Zoologist / Ecologist | Environment & Planning

Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• Lead and deliver terrestrial flora or fauna surveys across Western Australia and Northern Territory
• Prepare high-quality ecological assessments, technical reports and advice for energy, resources, infrastructure and government projects
• Apply strong knowledge of Western Australian species, environments, survey requirements and relevant bioregions
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to support project strategy, environmental approvals and practical client outcomes
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to developing practitioners while contributing to quality assurance and best‑practice delivery

What you'll bring

• A relevant qualification in zoology, botany, ecology, environmental science or a related discipline
• Strong terrestrial ecology industry experience in Western Australia, including planning and delivering field surveys
• For botanists, at least five years of Western Australian experience in the South West and Pilbara bioregion; for zoologists, demonstrated experience in a range of WA bioregions
• Clear technical writing, sound professional judgement and strong communication, collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part‑time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact [e-mail].