Senior Ecologist — Lead Field Surveys & Impact Assessments

GHD; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Perth is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Ecology team. You will lead biological surveys across Western Australia, prepare technical reports for referrals and environmental assessments, and contribute to winning proposals that help grow the business.

With 5+ years of ecology experience, you will mentor junior staff, manage projects, and deliver critical outcomes under pressure while navigating regulatory requirements. A manual C-class licence and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in environmental science or ecology.
• 5+ years ecology experience, WA preferred.
• Current driver's licence (class C), manual preferred.
• Knowledge of current environmental issues and legislation.
• Experience in proposal development and project management; works well in a team.
• Experience supervising junior team members and mentoring.
• Ability to deliver critical project outcomes under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking and leading biological surveys throughout Western Australia.
• Preparing technical reports and documentation to support referrals and environmental assessments.
• Preparing winning proposals to support business growth.
• Travel throughout the state to undertake surveys, often in remote locations for extended periods.
• Conducting specific biological surveys and assessments.
• Maintain knowledge of industry and regulatory requirements for ecology and approvals.
• Making technical decisions and providing solutions based on expertise.

Skills

Proposal development

Project management

Team supervision

Under pressure execution

Education

Bachelor degree in environmental science or ecology

Job description

GHD in Perth is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join our Ecology team. You will lead biological surveys across Western Australia, prepare technical reports for referrals and environmental assessments, and contribute to winning proposals that help grow the business.

With 5+ years of ecology experience, you will mentor junior staff, manage projects, and deliver critical outcomes under pressure while navigating regulatory requirements. A manual C-class licence and strong teamwork are essential.