Senior Ecologist - Hybrid Work, Impactful Field & GIS

AECO

Cairns Regional

Hybrid

AUD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements
Hybrid work options
6 weeks annual leave + study leave

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an ecologist to join our environmental practice in Australia. You will contribute to ecological assessments, mitigation planning, and client-focused environmental solutions across projects in Queensland and beyond.

The role emphasizes field and office-based work, with opportunities to lead multidisciplinary teams and advance innovative ecological strategies within a global infrastructure firm.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated technical knowledge in flora, fauna and ecological communities in Queensland (6+ years).
  • Ability to lead project delivery and mentor a high-performing team.
  • Experience with environmental approval processes and impact assessment reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct ecological surveys planning, delivery, and management across projects.
  • Analyze results and design effective mitigation strategies.
  • Provide high-quality reporting and risk-based strategic advice.

Skills

Ecology knowledge
Client engagement
Project leadership
GIS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management

Tools

ESRI ArcGIS Pro

Job description

AECOM is seeking an ecologist to join our environmental practice in Australia. You will contribute to ecological assessments, mitigation planning, and client-focused environmental solutions across projects in Queensland and beyond.

The role emphasizes field and office-based work, with opportunities to lead multidisciplinary teams and advance innovative ecological strategies within a global infrastructure firm.

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