Senior Ecologist

Biodiversity Australia Pty Ltd; Rockhampton Regional; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid professional memberships

Overtime and time in lieu

Flexible hybrid work

Job summary

Biodiversity Australia Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced ecologist to lead diverse field and office projects across Queensland. The role blends field surveys with desk-based reports, client engagement and compliance work.

You’ll join a collaborative team that values mentorship, development and flexible working arrangements. The position offers 50/50 field and office work, with travel across Queensland, and an emphasis on delivering high-quality environmental outcomes while growing project

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Environmental Science, Applied Science or Marine Science is required.
• 3+ years’ experience delivering fauna and/or flora surveys in QLD is desired.
• Strong knowledge of environmental legislation and approvals processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead ecological projects from initial scope and client engagement through to delivery.
• Plan, coordinate and deliver multi-disciplinary fauna and flora field surveys.
• Manage project timelines and budgets with a strong commercial focus.
• Prepare high-quality technical reports and approvals documentation.
• Build and maintain client relationships as a trusted advisor.

Skills

Ecology expertise

Client engagement

Project management

Field surveys

Education

Bachelor of Environmental Science / Applied Science / Marine Science

Job description

Biodiversity Australia Pty Ltd – Rockhampton QLD

At Biodiversity Australia,we’rean Indigenous-owned environmental consultancy delivering real outcomes for people,projectsand the environment. From renewable energy and infrastructure to biodiversity stewardship and land restoration, our work is diverse,meaningfuland grounded in science.

Our ecology team of 40+ professionals is supported by strong mentorship, flexible workingarrangementsand genuine career development opportunities. We offer competitive salaries, paid professional memberships, and benefits including overtime and time in lieu.

We work across Defence, government, resources and renewables,tackling complex environmental challenges and helping shape sustainable outcomes across Australia.

If you want to be part of a team that valuesIntegrity, Teamwork, Safety, ClientSuccessand Indigenous Pathways, and be involved in projects that go beyond compliance to create lasting impact,we’dlove to hear from you.

About the opportunity

This is your opportunity to step into a dynamic ecology role with real variety,responsibilityand impact.

This role can be based anywhere in Queensland, with Townsville or Rockhampton preferable.

You’ll work across a diverse portfolio of projects, with a balanced mix of field and office work (approximately 50/50). From local surveys through to drive-in field programs and fly-in/fly-out projects, no two weeks look the same.

In this role, you will

• Lead ecological projects frominitialscope and client engagement through to delivery
• Plan,coordinateand deliver multi-disciplinary fauna and flora field surveys
• Manage project timelines,budgetsand outcomes with a strong commercial focus
• Apply your knowledge of environmental legislation to support approvals and compliance
• Build andmaintainstrong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, impactassessmentsand approvals documentation

You’ll be part of a collaborative, experienced team, with the autonomy to take ownership of your projects while being supported in your ongoing development.

This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working across both field and consulting environments, thrives on variety, and is motivated to deliver high-quality environmental outcomes.

You’rea practical, motivated ecologist who enjoys both fieldwork and consulting, and is ready to take the next step in your career.

You will bring

• A Bachelor of Environmental Science, Applied Science or Marine Science.
• 3+ years’ experience delivering fauna and/or flora surveys in QLD (Brigalow Belt experience highly regarded)
• Strong understanding of relevant Commonwealth and State environmental legislation
• Experience designing and delivering surveys within threatened species and ecological communities
• Confidence preparing ecological reports and supporting approvals processes
• Exposure to consulting environments, ora strong desireto build project management capability

You will be

• Comfortable working across both field and office environments
• Proactive,organisedand able to manage competing priorities
• Confident engaging with clients and working as part of a team
• Willing to travel and undertake fieldwork asrequired

Additional Requirements

• White Card
• First Aid Certificate

Whyyou’lllove working here

• Grow your career – We invest in your development with professional memberships, training support and study assistance
• Work your way – Flexible, hybrid working with a full WFH setup and the option to purchase additional leave
• Be rewarded – Competitive salaries and strong salary packaging options
• Strong teamculture – Join a collaborative team of 40+ ecologists, backed by a high-performing support team
• High standards – Be part of an ISO-accredited business known for quality and delivery
• See more of Australia – Work on diverse projects across the country, with real variety in your day-to-day

Biodiverstiy is proud to be an Australian and Indigenous-owned, equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage Indigenous individuals to apply and offer upskilling opportunities through our Indigenous Pathways model.

A salary will be negotiated based on experience.