Senior Ecologist - Flexible Hybrid Work & Global Impact

AECO

Darwin

Hybrid

AUD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements
Hybrid work options
Professional development support
Study leave

Job summary

AECOM's environmental practice in Australia is seeking a senior ecologist to lead ecology surveys, assess ecological impacts, and help deliver multidisciplinary projects.

You will work with clients, teams, and regulators, coordinating fieldwork across Queensland and NT, with a focus on mitigation strategies, stakeholder engagement, and reporting.

Hybrid work options and ongoing professional development are available; willingness to travel and hold a valid driver's license is expected.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Ecology or related field.
  • Experience leading ecology surveys and project delivery.
  • Experience with environmental approvals and impact assessments.

Responsibilities

  • Ecological impact assessment and offsetting for projects of varying scale.
  • Plan, deliver and manage ecology surveys; analyze results and mitigation strategies.
  • Provide risk-based client service with high-quality technical reports.
  • 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

Project leadership
Ecology & environment
Client engagement
Mentoring team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ecology
Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science
Bachelor's degree in Natural Resource Management

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

AECOM's environmental practice in Australia is seeking a senior ecologist to lead ecology surveys, assess ecological impacts, and help deliver multidisciplinary projects.

You will work with clients, teams, and regulators, coordinating fieldwork across Queensland and NT, with a focus on mitigation strategies, stakeholder engagement, and reporting.

Hybrid work options and ongoing professional development are available; willingness to travel and hold a valid driver's license is expected.

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