Technical Director Botany

GHD; Perth; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD in Perth invites a Technical Director – Botany to lead our Ecology team. Based in Western Australia, you will oversee technical review, environmental reporting, and deliverables, with travel across the state to undertake surveys and provide guidance on complex ecological challenges.

The role requires a Bachelor in environmental science or ecology and 10+ years in ecology, including project leadership, proposals, and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in environmental science or ecology.
• 10+ years ecology experience; WA experience preferred.
• Experience in proposal development, project delivery and teamwork.
• Mentoring junior team members and leading projects.

Responsibilities

• Involve in technical review and assurance of deliverables.
• Provide high-level review of technical reports and documentation.
• Scope and lead biological surveys across Western Australia.
• Lead and contribute to winning proposals to grow the business.
• Travel across WA for surveys, including remote locations.
• Provide leadership and mentoring to ecology team members.
• Maintain knowledge of ecology regulations and industry requirements.

Skills

Ecology experience

Project leadership

Proposal development

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor degree in environmental science or ecology

Job description

We’re looking for a Technical Director – Botany to join our Ecology team in Perth.

Our Environment business has maintained strong growth in recent years and is currently one of the largest groups in WA, being a leader in impact assessment and approvals, planning, terrestrial ecology, marine, air and noise assessment services. Our diverse team contributes to a wide variety of projects, with a strategic focus on resources, energy, critical minerals, infrastructure, and Defence at a regional, national and global scale.

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in.

Become part of our global network of skilled engineers, scientists, auditors, planners and environmental specialists, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• You will be involved in technical review and assurance of deliverables.
• Preparing and providing high-level review of technical reports and documentation to support referrals and environmental assessments.
• Scoping and leading biological surveys throughout Western Australia.
• Leading and contributing to winning proposals to support business growth.
• Travel throughout the state to undertake surveys, often in remote locations for extended survey periods.
• Conducting complex biological surveys and assessments, providing technical direction where required.
• Maintaining knowledge of industry and regulatory requirements for ecology and approvals.
• Making technical decisions and providing solutions based on expertise.
• Providing leadership and guidance to ecology team members, including mentoring and oversight of technical work.
• Building and maintaining client relationships, supporting repeat work and growth opportunities.
• Contributing to business development activities and representing GHD in the market where appropriate.

What will you bring to the team?

• Bachelor degree qualification in environmental science or ecology discipline.
• 10+ years’ relevant ecology experience, within Western Australia preferred but not mandatory.
• Proven experience in and a sound understanding of current environmental issues and legislation.
• Strong experience in proposal development, project delivery and working as part of a team.
• Demonstrated experience leading projects and mentoring junior team members.
• Ability to deliver critical project outcomes under pressure with enthusiasm and drive.
• Strong client engagement skills and ability to contribute to business growth.

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GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

About Us

Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD. Let's drive real change. Our Pledge to You
At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you.
That’s the #PowerOfCommitment Who we are
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

Job Info

• Locations 999 Hay Street, Perth, Western Australia, 6000, AU