Aviation Wildlife Consultant (Wildlife Ecologist - BIRDS experienced)

Recruit Now; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading wildlife consultancy in Singapore is seeking a passionate Wildlife Ecologist/Senior Wildlife Ecologist to join their team. In this role, you will contribute to wildlife management projects, conducting fieldwork and analyses while collaborating with government and private partners. A Master’s or PhD in a related field is essential, along with proficiency in Excel and GIS software. The position offers a competitive salary plus benefits, including flexible work-from-home days and additional leave.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave

Extra birthday leave

Medical and dental benefits

Flexible work-from-home days

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD, Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Proficiency in Excel and GIS software is essential.
• Keen interest in nature and ability to work outside regular hours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biodiversity surveys and fieldwork.
• Perform lab-based analyses.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation.
• Manage projects focused on birds and other taxa.
• Support environmental monitoring and management programmes.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel

GIS software knowledge

Fieldwork datasets management

Interest in nature and wildlife

Project management

Education

Master’s or PhD in Ecology, Zoology, Biology or related field

Job description

Wildlife Ecologist / Senior Wildlife Ecologist

Up to S$7,000 basic (depends on WORK experience) + performance bonus

5 days work week, Monday to Friday, 8:30AM to 5:30PM

Willing to travel island wide

We are looking for a passionate and driven Aviation Wildlife Consultant to join our Singapore headquarters, home to Southeast Asia’s largest wildlife management team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in developing innovative solutions to reduce human–wildlife conflicts at airports and beyond.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in ecology or zoology to real-world challenges with a meaningful impact on aviation safety, biodiversity, and sustainable development. Experience in training or capacity-building is a strong advantage, as you’ll collaborate with and guide partners across both government and private sectors.

As part of our team of Wildlife Ecologists, you will contribute to a diverse range of projects focused on wildlife management in aerodromes and urban environments. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting biodiversity surveys and fieldwork.
• Performing lab-based analyses.
• Preparing technical reports and documentation.
• Applying ecological modelling to support management decisions.
• Managing projects primarily focused on birds, but potentially covering other taxa.
• Supporting environmental monitoring, management, and advisory programmes.
• Collaborating with government and private partners, with opportunities for overseas travel.

Requirements:

Master’s or PhD, Bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Zoology, Biology or a related field is required.

Proficiency in Excel and GIS software for collecting, managing and analysing fieldwork datasets.

Keen interest in nature and wildlife, enjoys outdoor field work and interacting with people.

Willing to work outside regular office hours for fieldwork.

Willing to travel overseas for work.

A driving license & familiarity with Southeast Asian fauna (especially avian) would be advantageous.

Competitive annual leave package so you have time to recharge.

Extra birthday leave to celebrate your day, your way.

Medical and dental benefits to keep you at your best.

Flexible work-from-home days for better work-life balance.

Opportunities to deepen your career in meaningful, science-driven ecological work.