Principal Ecologist

3 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Attexo Group Pty Ltd Full time

Are you a highly experienced ecologist with a passion for renewable energy and sustainable development? Are you eager to lead complex ecological assessments that shape Australia's energy transition? Are you looking for a role that will grow and develop, allowing you involvement with interesting projects across Queensland?

At Attexo, we are proud to contribute to some of the country's most transformative renewable energy projects, including wind farms, solar farms, grid-scale batteries, and hydrogen production. Now part of the global APEM Group, we are uniquely positioned to deliver outstanding ecological outcomes while offering exciting career opportunities for our team.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, we are seeking a Principal Ecologist to join our ecology and offsets team.

In this key role, you will lead the delivery of ecological assessments for major renewable energy projects, providing technical leadership and mentorship while producing high-quality reporting and outcomes. From designing and executing flora and fauna survey programs, to delivering strategic insights, you will ensure successful project approvals that balance environmental stewardship with development goals.

To be successful in this role, you'll need:


• 10+ years of experience in delivering ecological assessments for project development and approvals.


• Significant expertise in leading flora and/or fauna surveys, including mapping vegetation communities and identifying rare and threatened species.


• Strong knowledge of Queensland's regulatory frameworks and relevant Commonwealth legislation, with experience in other states highly regarded.


• A degree in environmental science, natural resources, or a related field, meeting suitability requirements for ecological assessments.


• A demonstrated understanding of biodiversity offsets, mitigation strategies, and rehabilitation solutions.

This role offers the opportunity to work on projects that align with your passion for ecology while contributing to Australia's renewable energy future. At Attexo, we provide a flexible working environment, health and wellbeing allowances, professional development support, and additional leave entitlements.

Join us to make a meaningful impact. Apply now and help lead Attexo's ecological services to new heights.

Next steps

We are focused on creating a diverse and inclusive team. If you can't tick every box on our job description, then we are still keen to hear from you and are open to supporting your development. That may be working part time or supporting you to gain experience in a specific area – we are a growing company and are able to adapt roles to reflect individual skills.

If you think you have what it takes to join our fast-growing business, then please apply immediately.

About Us

The APEM Group is a global environmental consultancy, we work with a range of clients including large corporations and governments to help them understand and solve a wide variety of environmental projects in the UK and globally. Our successful pioneering work has enabled us to grow and combine forces with other businesses who share our ethos and integrity. At our core, our people are working towards the protection of the environment across the globe.

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