Senior Ecologist — Fieldwork, Strategy & Impact

AECO

Townsville City

Hybrid

AUD 85,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options
Extra annual leave
Holiday swaps
Professional development

Job summary

AECOM's environmental practice seeks an experienced ecologist to lead ecological surveys and reporting across Queensland projects. You’ll plan fieldwork, analyze data, and deliver mitigation strategies while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

Join a global firm committed to protecting habitats and water quality, offering flexible start/finish times, hybrid work options, and opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

  • 6+ years of ecology experience in Queensland; NSW/NT advantageous.
  • Ability to lead project delivery and mentor a team across field and office work.
  • Experience in environmental approvals and impact reporting.
  • Driver's license and 4WD experience.
  • GIS proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct ecological impact assessments and offsetting for projects of varying scales.
  • Plan, deliver and manage ecology surveys; analyze results and design mitigation strategies.
  • Provide high-quality technical reporting and risk-based advisory to clients.
  • Identify efficiencies and digital solutions to collaborate and work smarter.
  • Support strategic growth, technical excellence, and innovation in ecological assessments.
  • Assist with project management, including technical and financial performance.

Skills

Ecology knowledge
Project leadership
Environmental reporting
Mentoring
Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Ecology

Tools

GIS ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Job description

AECOM's environmental practice seeks an experienced ecologist to lead ecological surveys and reporting across Queensland projects. You’ll plan fieldwork, analyze data, and deliver mitigation strategies while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams.

Join a global firm committed to protecting habitats and water quality, offering flexible start/finish times, hybrid work options, and opportunities for growth and professional development.

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