Senior Ecological Consultant

Location : Melbourne, Victoria

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Ready to make a real impact in a company that cares?

• Is working with a team dedicated to protecting the environment and facilitating innovative approaches to sustainable development important to you?
• Do you enjoy being part of a collaborative, cohesive team of passionate ecological experts?
• Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact by advising government agencies and clients on ecologically sensitive solutions to help them achieve their goals?
• Are you looking for a great place to grow your skills, pursue your interests, and develop your career?

If this sounds like your kind of team and role, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Nature Advisory is looking for a Senior Ecological Consultant to join our Victorian team, based in our Hawthorn East office. This is your opportunity to bring your ecological expertise to a team working on meaningful and engaging projects across the state.

As a key member of the team, you'll play a vital role in guiding client projects from start to finish. You'll provide robust technical and regulatory advice to help clients navigate requirements and develop practical, effective strategies to avoid or minimise environmental impacts.

You'll support projects by scoping work, scheduling and overseeing fieldwork, planning surveys, and working with a team of ecologists to gather site information and prepare high-quality reports to advise clients and satisfy regulatory authorities. Other key contributions include sharing your passion and knowledge of nature with our diverse team and contributing to nature-positive outcomes.

Key responsibilities of the role include :

1. Project Management: You'll take the reins on project management and delivery – keeping things on track, on time, and on budget while ensuring high standards of quality and client satisfaction;
2. Technical expertise: With your comprehensive understanding of current environmental legislation and policy applicable in Victoria, as well as your up-to-date ecological expertise, you will support the planning and execution of assessments, providing advice and recommendations to clients to ensure project success;
3. Client Relationship Management: You will build and manage effective client relationships, including the provision of advice and recommendations to meet their needs and foster long-term working relationships;
4. Supporting and leading people: You will manage and mentor a small group of field-based ecologists, developing their professional skills and capabilities in undertaking surveys and associated reporting, while also guiding project teams of passionate ecologists to deliver great work;
5. Living our culture and values: You'll contribute to our positive, supportive culture by leading with integrity, following key internal processes, and upholding our commitment to safety, quality, learning, and accountability.

What we're looking for

• Graduate qualifications (or higher) in ecology.
• Comprehensive experience in the design and implementation of ecological field assessments and the preparation and quality control of scientific reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, collaborative approach to work, including the ability to juggle multiple priorities and projects.
• High-quality reporting and reviewing skills.
• Prior experience in team leadership.
• An understanding of the regulatory requirements relevant to ecology at local, state, and federal levels.

The following additional experience will be looked upon favourably :

• Candidates with a specialisation in reptiles, amphibians, and/or birds.
• Knowledge and experience in the requirements of ecological impact assessments at different levels of government.

Why join Nature Advisory?

• Diverse and friendly team of ecologists committed to a high standard of technical work and client service.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Attractive salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Five weeks annual leave per annum.
• Two additional weeks unpaid leave.
• One day per annum volunteer leave.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Mentoring and options for career progression.
• Employee-owned organisation.

About Nature Advisory

Nature Advisory Pty Ltd is an Australian specialist ecological consulting company, with offices in Victoria (Melbourne), New South Wales, and Queensland. We provide expert advice, field services, and reporting to government, corporate, and private clients. We specialise in flora and fauna surveys, impact assessments, and conservation management. Our clients are involved in renewable energy, land development, and natural resource management. We ensure environmental impacts from development are minimised in line with regulatory requirements. We make a positive contribution to conserving environmental values while supporting sustainable development and the growth of the renewable energy sector. As an environmental firm, we also ensure that the impact of our own operations is minimised. We are carbon neutral.

The company comprises a team of passionate ecologists, botanists, zoologists, GIS analysts, and business professionals, collaborating to provide clients with the best biodiversity advice available, enabling them to achieve sustainable development and nature-positive outcomes.

At Nature Advisory, we have established a strong company culture based on values of respect, support, and communication. We understand that our staff are the most vital part of our company. We are driven by valuing and developing staff as diverse individuals. Our workplace is flexible, pet-friendly, relaxed, and highly team-oriented, and we provide excellent opportunities for training (internal and external) and career development. We have regular social functions and a genuine sense of camaraderie.

How to apply :

Full Australian work rights are required for this role.

To apply, mail your resume and cover letter highlighting your suitability for the role and addressing how you meet the key position criteria above to:

In the subject line, please include: 2025 – 08 Senior Ecological Consultant.

If you have any queries or would like to discuss the position in more detail, please call Chris Armstrong on or email

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