Senior Ecologist

Jacobs; North Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Parental leave

Wellbeing program

Volunteer program

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a high-performing mid-level ecologist to join our Sydney office. You will lead biodiversity assessments, work with engineers and planners, and help grow the business across public and private sectors.

You will contribute to ecological projects from inception through delivery, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate ecological considerations into broader infrastructure programs.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant science discipline such as ecology, environmental science or natural resource management.
• 5+ years experience delivering ecology projects in NSW.
• Knowledge of NSW flora and state/Commonwealth legislation (EPBC Act, BC Act).
• Willingness to travel for fieldwork, including extended trips.
• Strong report writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking and leading flora, fauna and habitat assessments in line with EPBC Act and BC Act.
• Contributing to and leading project opportunities, including writing proposals and client relationships.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members.
• Actively contributing to a NSW ecology team within a broader national ecological section.

Skills

Biodiversity assessment

Environmental legislation

Report writing

Microsoft Office

Communication

Driver's license

4WD experience

Fieldwork

Education

Degree in ecology/environmental science

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Field Maps

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Are you looking to work in a collaborative and supportive team, where you can work on large ecological projects across several industry sectors? Are you looking for an ecology role where you work with engineers, planners and other partners at early design phase to avoid and minimise ecological impacts? Are you looking for a company that provides flexibility and career opportunities? If you are, this could be the role for you.

The Jacobs team deliver complex and technically challenging local and national projects for public and private clients involved in a wide range of infrastructure and development activities, including public utilities, renewable energy, resource projects, transport infrastructure, and large-scale environmental management and monitoring programs.

We are seeking to appoint a high-performing, mid-level ecologist. Based out of our Sydney office, the person will

• contribute to complex and high-profile biodiversity assessment and approval projects, providing strategic direction from project inception through to delivery
• influence project outcomes by identifying risks and opportunities early and developing practical, science-based solutions for clients
• drive business growth through client engagement, proposal development, and identification of new opportunities across public and private sector markets
• collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate ecological considerations into broader environmental, planning and infrastructure projects
• represent Jacobs in discussions with clients, regulators, and key stakeholders, strengthening our reputation as a leader in ecological consulting

Primary Responsibilities Include

• Undertaking and leading flora, fauna and habitat assessments, including desktop assessment, field survey and reporting, in line with EPBC Act and BC Act requirements.
• Contributing to and leading project opportunities, including writing proposals, by building strong relationships with clients and internally across the diverse disciplines within Jacobs.
• Providing technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members
• Actively contributing to a high performing NSW ecology team that sits within a broader national ecological section.

Here’s what you’ll need

Qualification

• Degree in a relevant science discipline (e.g. ecology, environmental science, natural resource management)

Essential Skills And Experience

• 5+ years experience in the delivery of ecology projects in NSW
• Sound knowledge and identification skills for the NSW flora
• Sound knowledge of state and Commonwealth legislation (EPBC Act, BC Act)
• Willingness to undertake travel for fieldwork, including some extended trips (negotiable).
• Sound report writing skills and demonstrated experience in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Solid communication, organisational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Current driver’s license.
• 4WD training and experience, or willingness to complete training.

Desirable competencies

• Awareness and understanding of the NSW Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM)
• GIS skills and experience including use of ESRi ArcGIS Pro and Field Maps for data collection and analysis
• Working knowledge of new technologies in field survey and analysis.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximise your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs here.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of diverse perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about ourJacobs Employee Networks here.

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life. From paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment.

We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading GOLD employer status by the Australian Workplace Equality Index.

Cultural Support

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application. No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.