Senior Ecologist — Hybrid Lead in Biodiversity & BAM Solutions

EMM Consulting Pty Limited; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

EMM Consulting Pty Limited is seeking an Associate/Senior Ecologist to shape ecology solutions and biodiversity offset policy across renewables, mining, energy and infrastructure sectors. You will lead significant projects, scope proposals, and deliver high quality reports while mentoring a diverse team.

The role offers hybrid work with a balance of home and office days in Newcastle or Sydney, fieldwork across New South Wales, and opportunities to influence biodiversity assessment methods and

Qualifications

• Degree in ecology or related discipline.
• 7+ years post-graduate experience in ecological consultancy.
• BAM accreditation with experience in field surveys.
• Vegetation mapping and plant/botany identification.
• Experience preparing Biodiversity Development Assessment Reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead significant ecology projects across diverse industries, scoping solutions and proposals through to delivery and high-quality reports.
• Lead SSD projects focusing on renewables, mining, energy and infrastructure.
• Provide innovation in BAM and NSW biodiversity offsets scheme delivery.
• Mentor and develop a diverse team of Ecologists.
• Collaborate with leaders and peers to support growth and outcomes.
• Offer autonomy and flexible working arrangements to balance priorities.
• Operate in a hybrid role with Newcastle or Sydney offices and field work across NSW.
• This role requires field work across New South Wales.

Skills

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Documentation

Field work

Education

Degree in Ecology

Tools

BAM accreditation

Job description

EMM Consulting Pty Limited is seeking an Associate/Senior Ecologist to shape ecology solutions and biodiversity offset policy across renewables, mining, energy and infrastructure sectors. You will lead significant projects, scope proposals, and deliver high quality reports while mentoring a diverse team.

The role offers hybrid work with a balance of home and office days in Newcastle or Sydney, fieldwork across New South Wales, and opportunities to influence biodiversity assessment methods and