Junior Aquatic Ecology Specialist

AFRY Finland; Jakarta Pusat; On-site; IDR 319,432,000 - 532,387,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Well-balanced working hours

Career opportunities

Job summary

AFRY Finland is seeking a skilled aquatic ecologist to join its Hydropower Sustainability team in Southeast Asia. You will contribute to ESIA reports, biodiversity assessments and field surveys across rivers and reservoirs, collaborating with colleagues in an international setting.

The role requires a strong foundation in aquatic ecology, data handling (Excel/R), and willingness to travel. Master's/PhD preferred; Lao and English proficiency is important for reporting and coordination.

Qualifications

• Experience in aquatic ecology assessments is key, with knowledge of different methodologies and approaches.
• General knowledge in ecology and conservation.
• Understanding of aquatic life cycles and habitats.
• General knowledge of Mekong ichthyofauna.
• Willingness to learn and develop in aquatic ecology.
• Working knowledge of data management/analysis tools (Excel required; R, GIS/QGIS an asset).
• Language proficiency in Lao and English, with English reporting required; Thai or regional languages a plus.
• Willingness to travel and undertake frequent fieldwork.

Responsibilities

• Environmental impact assessments for hydropower facilities in an interdisciplinary team.
• Support aquatic biodiversity field surveys in rivers and reservoirs.
• Assist with species identification, taxonomic verification, and data management.
• Draft technical sections of ESIA reports and biodiversity management plans.
• Support data entry, quality control, and analysis of ecological datasets.
• Liaise with local counterparts, authorities and field teams.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental protocols during fieldwork.
• Assist in the design of fish migration facilities.
• Prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Support in the preparation of proposals.

Skills

Aquatic ecology assessments

Data management

English language proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/ecology

Master's or PhD preferred

Tools

Excel

R

GIS/QGIS

Job description

• Environmental impact assessments for hydropower facilities and other renewable energy infrastructure projects as part of an interdisciplinary team in line with International Lenders' Standards
• Support aquatic biodiversity field surveys (fish, macroinvertebrates, water quality) in rivers and reservoirs
• Assist with species identification, taxonomic verification, and data/specimen management
• Contribute to literature reviews, habitat assessments, and species status evaluations
• Assist in drafting technical sections of ESIA reports and biodiversity management plans
• Support data entry, quality control, and analysis of ecological datasets
• Liaise professionally with local counterparts, authorities, and field teams
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental protocols during fieldwork
• Support in the design of fish migration facilities
• Preparation of technical reports and presentations
• Support in the preparation of proposals

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in biology, biodiversity, ecology, limnology, or a related field (required)
• Master's degree and/or PhD in aquatic/freshwater ecology, limnology, fisheries science, or related discipline (preferred)

Experience and Skills

• Experience in aquatic ecology assessments is key, with knowledge of different methodologies and approaches
• General knowledge in ecology and conservation
• Understanding of aquatic life cycles and habitats
• General knowledge of Mekong (and beyond) ichthyofauna
• Willingness to learn and develop in aquatic ecology
• Working knowledge of data management/analysis tools (Excel required; R, GIS/QGIS an asset)
• Language proficiency in Lao (native/fluent) and English (working proficiency required for report writing and international team coordination); Thai or other regional languages an asset. Submission of English test scores (e.g. IELTS/TOEFL) may be requested if available, though not mandatory
• Willingness to work as part of an interdisciplinary and international team across Southeast Asia and beyond
• Willingness to travel and undertake frequent, sometimes remote, fieldwork, including in challenging field conditions.

YOUR OPPORTUNITIES

• Work on exciting, challenging, and diverse projects across Southeast Asia and beyond
• Develop your skills through structured learning and targeted career development opportunities, e.g. as Project Manager or Technical Expert
• Flexible and mobile working arrangements
• Contribute to meaningful projects that help shape a sustainable future
• Learn from experienced colleagues in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Company Description

AFRY provides engineering, design and consulting services to drive the transition towards a more sustainable society. Our dedicated experts in infrastructure, industry and energy are laying the foundation for future generations. AFRY has Nordic roots.

Making Future

Join our HYDROPOWER SUSTAINABILITY team. Our expertise lies in the planning and implementation hydropower plants while preserving natural habitats as effectively as possible and meeting growing safety requirements. To ensure this, we carry out specific environmental and social (E&S) studies including biodiversity studies and support Clients in the implementation of E&S mitigation and offset measures.

Additional Information

We offer the following to qualified candidates:

• Contract type: permanent
• Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks
• Competitive salary package
• Well-balanced working hour
• Career opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companies
• Possibility to grow professionally and advance in career
  

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.