Senior Environmental Scientist/Ecologist

4 weeks ago

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia MLEI Consulting Engineers Full time
Permanent/Full Time

MRA Environmental (MRA) is a long established and respected environmental consulting business located in Robina, the heart of the Gold Coast. MRA provides opportunities to work on a wide range of interesting and dynamic environmental projects across both the private and public sectors. We are currently seeking a Senior Environmental Scientist/Ecologist to join our expanding consultancy team.

The successful applicant will be enthusiastic, self-motivated and adaptable, and have an appetite for learning. MRA offers a collaborative work environment with a team of scientists and environmental managers. The position is fulltime, and the role will provide technical support to the Principal Environmental Scientist as well as providing assistance to our environmental monitoring team. As such the position will be a mix of field work, report writing and liaison with clients and regulatory authorities. This employment is offered as a supporting role initially with future opportunities for broader consulting duties and a management role.

About Us
  • MRA Environmental (formally Mark Rigby & Associates Pty Ltd) is an independent privately owned Australian company, established in 1998.
  • We provide high-quality environmental services to a wide range of clients within Queensland and New South Wales.
  • We work collaboratively with clients from varying industries, including waste & recycling, construction, agriculture, and Local, State and Federal Government agencies.
  • MRA Environmental has a great team of environmental experts who provide technical and environmental management services to support the needs of our clients.
  • We seek to use high quality science to provide practical and cost-effective solutions for a variety of situations.
  • Importantly, MRA Environmental has developed innovative, strong and meaningful partnerships with our clients and combined with long term relationships with stakeholders, can achieve significant outcomes for the environment.
  • The company has recently merged with MLEI Consulting Engineers with national presence in most states and territories in Australia,

The Position
  • Support the Principal Environmental Scientist working on ecological, environmental management and environmental monitoring projects.
  • Manage environmental projects from preparing proposals through to the delivery of technical reports.
  • Prepare technical reports and management plans that meet regulatory requirements, as well as community expectations.
  • Prepare and conduct ecological field surveys with the support of existing scientists and undertake environmental monitoring when required to assist our monitoring team.
  • Interpret environmental monitoring data and provide support to our clients on compliance matters.
  • Engage with clients to establish relationships and ensure client satisfaction.

Your Qualifications, Skills And Experience

To be considered for this position you will need to have the following:
  • Tertiary qualifications from a recognised institution, in environmental science or related discipline.
  • Ability to manage projects and build/maintain relationships with clients.
  • Proven experience in the interpretation of environmental legislation.
  • Proven experience in environmental monitoring including water and soil sampling techniques, data collection and interpretation.
  • Proven experience in the participation of ecological surveys.
  • Highly experienced in technical data assessment and scientific report writing.
  • A minimum of 7 years experience in an environmental consulting role.
  • Experience in writing proposals and winning new projects.
  • A willingness to expand your knowledge and familiarise yourself with MRA Clients and their needs.
  • Proven leadership skills, self-motivation and enthusiasm to make a positive contribution to the MRA team.
  • Current class C driver licence (manual).
  • Ability to work outdoors. A work fitness assessment will be required on commencement.

Highly Regarded
  • GIS skills.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body.

What We Offer
  • The opportunity to work with highly experienced scientists and environmental managers in a collaborative environment to assist and broaden your experience in the environmental consulting industry.
  • Opportunities for continued professional development and management role in the future.
  • To work in a centrally located office in the heart of the Gold Coast.
  • Workplace flexibility to ensure work life balance. Initially this position will be office based with an opportunity for hybrid work arrangement in the future.
  • The opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment and the community.
  • We encourage membership and engagement in professional and community organisations.
  • Competitive salary package with opportunity to participate in MLEI's Associate Equity Program (AEP) to be a shareholder of the firm for the right candidate.
  • Financial assistance to relocate to the Gold Coast shall be considered for interstate applicants.
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