Senior Ecologist: Lead Field Surveys & Reports

Aurecon; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join the Environment and Planning team in Queensland. You will lead ecological assessments, conduct field surveys, and mentor less experienced ecologists while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

The role covers diverse projects across energy, transport, infrastructure, and water, with travel across Queensland and autonomous fieldwork. Consulting experience is valued but not essential.

Qualifications

• Strong technical report-writing skills and ability to turn field findings into practical advice.
• Understanding of Queensland and Commonwealth environmental legislation for EC impact assessments.
• Ability to plan and lead fieldwork autonomously while collaborating with a wider team.
• Teamwork and communication skills with an interest in mentoring junior colleagues.
• Current open driver's licence and willingness to undertake fieldwork and travel across Queensland.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver ecological assessments from planning and field investigations to reporting and advice.
• Undertake flora and fauna field surveys and biodiversity data collection/analysis across Queensland.
• Manage own work packages, coordinating requirements, timelines and outcomes with senior support.
• Prepare and review high-quality ecological impact assessment reports aligned to legislation.
• Provide biodiversity offset advice and contribute to offset assessments where possible.
• Guide and mentor junior ecologists, sharing knowledge to strengthen the team.
• Collaborate with environmental, planning and engineering specialists and contribute to client discussions.

Skills

Report writing

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Degree in ecology, botany, zoology, environmental science or related

Job description

Aurecon is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join the Environment and Planning team in Queensland. You will lead ecological assessments, conduct field surveys, and mentor less experienced ecologists while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

The role covers diverse projects across energy, transport, infrastructure, and water, with travel across Queensland and autonomous fieldwork. Consulting experience is valued but not essential.