Graduate Ecologist

About The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated Graduate Ecologist to join our Wollongong Ecology Team. In this role, you'll provide ecological and environmental support across a variety of projects. Your work will include field surveys, report writing, proposal preparation, and contributing to day-to-day project activities. You'll have the chance to be involved in a wide range of projects that deliver innovative environmental and ecological solutions for our clients.

As a Graduate Ecologist, You Will

• Receive on-the-job training and mentoring from highly respected environmental professionals.
• Contribute to projects in ecological assessment, environmental impact assessment, vegetation management, monitoring, planning, and conservation assessment.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple disciplines and locations.
• Build your skills in client engagement and liaising with government and regulatory authorities.

Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your expertise, gain hands-on experience, and grow your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. You will also play a key role in helping us deliver on our vision of:

"Leading with science, to inform critical environmental decisions, and deliver positive solutions."

About You

If you're looking for a company where you can grow your passion for ecology, follow your purpose, and contribute to meaningful environmental solutions, we'd love to hear from you.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally bring:

• A genuine passion for the environment - please provide a short (up to 300 words) summary outlining why you are passionate about the environment and "leading with science"
• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or a related discipline
• Enthusiasm for ecology, with any prior experience in flora and fauna surveys highly regarded
• Strong communication skills - including scientific writing and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients
• A can-do attitude, initiative, and good time management skills to manage competing priorities
• An awareness of relevant NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation
• Baseline fitness and agility to participate in fieldwork across varied climates and terrains
• A current manual driver's licence with a safe driving record
• Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Australian residency or citizenship

About the location

Our Wollongong office is ideally located to take advantage of both city and coastal living. Wollongong is just 80 km south of Sydney, with stunning beaches, lush escarpments, and a vibrant community. Whether it's enjoying an ocean swim before work, a coffee from one of the many local cafés, or a walk in the Illawarra escarpment after hours, it's an exceptional location for those seeking to balance a professional career with an outdoor, coastal lifestyle.

Why you'll love working with us

Because we actually mean it when we say, "Find Your People." At ELA, we offer,

• Competitive salary subject to annual review
• Workplace flexibility
• Paid birthday leave
• Health & wellbeing programs
• Study assistance scheme and learning opportunities with industry experts
• Collaboration on national projects, building your expertise within a supportive community of practice
• Professional development opportunities
• Genderless 12-week paid parental leave
• Salary sacrifice into superannuation and the ability to purchase 2 weeks of additional annual leave
• Opportunity to participate in the Tetra Tech employee stock purchase program and purchase at a discounted rate (NASDAQ TTEK)

Next Steps

If you're an Australian citizen, resident, or hold permanent working rights - and you're looking to join a supportive, values-driven organisation that prioritises workplace culture and offers genuine opportunities for growth and development - we'd love to hear from you

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