Senior Ecologist — Major Projects Lead

Biosis; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning & development program

Team retreat days

Study assistance for higher quals

Internal NSW/Victoria opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Spot rewards program

Job summary

Biosis Australia is seeking a Senior Ecologist – Major Projects to lead ecological assessments, environmental approvals, and conservation planning across NSW offices including Sydney, Western Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle or Albury.

You will guide multidisciplinary teams, deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget, and provide expert advice on biodiversity legislation for major projects. A strong field and report-writing track record is essential.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in botany, ecology, environmental science, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in ecological consulting or a related field.
• BAM Accreditation preferred or demonstrable BAM application knowledge for complex major projects (SSDs/SSIs).
• Demonstrated expertise in Australian ecosystems.
• Strong understanding of environmental legislation and NSW policy framework.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A current and valid driver’s licence.
• Right to work in Australia to apply.

Responsibilities

• Design and lead delivery of ecological survey programs and impact assessment tailored to client needs.
• Preparing high-quality technical reports, including ecological impact assessment, vegetation mapping, and offsets advice and strategy.
• Leading multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex projects
• Providing expert advice on New South Wales and Commonwealth biodiversity legislation.
• Supporting junior staff in fieldwork, data analysis, and reporting.
• Liaising with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to ensure project delivery aligns with client and regulator needs.
• Preparing project proposals and tender submissions.
• Assisting in the preparation of expert evidence and depending on experience presenting evidence.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, regulators, industry bodies and researchers.

Skills

Ecology expertise

Project management

Environmental legislation

Communication

Driver's license

NSW biodiversity knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in botany/ecology/environmental science

Tools

GIS

Job description

Biosis Australia is seeking a Senior Ecologist – Major Projects to lead ecological assessments, environmental approvals, and conservation planning across NSW offices including Sydney, Western Sydney, Wollongong, Newcastle or Albury.

You will guide multidisciplinary teams, deliver high-quality reports on time and within budget, and provide expert advice on biodiversity legislation for major projects. A strong field and report-writing track record is essential.