Ecologist

4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Umwelt Full time

About Umwelt

We are a team of vibrant professionals with over three decades of experience and nine locations nationwide, servicing a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, sustainability, defence, regulation and policy, critical minerals, and urban development.

Our national biodiversity team is known for our wide-ranging and extensive technical expertise and our robust biodiversity assessments. We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operation, and decommissioning.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an ecologist who is looking to progress their career in ecological consulting. Our ideal candidate should have previous experience in conducting ecological fieldwork in Victoria and a strong motivation to enhance their technical skills across diverse projects.

About You

We are looking for an Ecologist who has the following:

  • Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, botany, zoology (or similar)
  • 1-5 years' relevant experience, (prior consulting experience highly regarded)
  • Experience with Victorian biodiversity survey and assessment requirements
  • Prior experience and knowledge of State and Commonwealth environmental legislation.
  • Experienced in developing and maintaining positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including clients, government agencies and fellow team members
  • Demonstrated experience in the collection and interpretation of ecological and spatial data
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including preparing reports
  • Highly motivated with a strong team commitment
  • Be willing to work flexible hours and travel for work

What We Offer

We are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:

  • Work alongside experienced professionals who support your professional growth.
  • Opportunities to work across a range of sectors on diverse and technically challenging projects
  • #MeDays – an Umwelt wellbeing initiative that offers staff up to an additional day of paid leave per month (12 days per year for FTE) to support mental health and wellbeing.
  • Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
  • Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits
  • Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers
  • Opportunities to join the company's Employee Share Plan (ESP)
  • A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
  • Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
  • A competitive salary based on skills and experience

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We're all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

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