Ecologist (Senior Terrestrial Specialist)

6 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia nrmjoEnvironmental jobs, NRM Full time

Water Technology is a leading Australian water business dedicated to delivering technical excellence in engineering and scientific services. Our team of experts specializes in coastal and marine, hydrogeology, hydrology, and hydraulics, wastewater, geomorphology, environmental planning, and civil and environmental engineering.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Ecologist or Senior (terrestrial) to join our Paramatta Office, with flexibility to work from anywhere in NSW. As a key member of our team, you will partner with local and federal government, regulatory authorities, and private organizations to deliver high-quality expert advice and manage stakeholders.

In this role, you will enjoy a variety of work, including:

  • Supervising others and utilizing your established contacts and networks for business development.
  • Delivering high-quality expert advice and managing stakeholders internally and externally.
  • Mixture of field and office-based projects.
  • Managing your own projects with support from other teams as needed.
  • Leading ecological field investigations, report preparation, and biodiversity assessments across NSW.
  • Undertaking broader environmental investigations and impact statements.

About You

We are looking for an established or emerging leader with:

  • Degree-qualified ecologist with significant post-graduate experience (6+ years), preferably within a consulting environment.
  • Demonstrated botanical identification skills.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong project management skills.
  • Working knowledge of relevant NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation.
  • Sound experience within Sydney Basin ecology and undertaking ecological survey in the vegetation communities of NSW.
  • BAM Accreditation and/or bushfire planning accreditation would be highly regarded, but not essential.
  • Driver's license and reliable car.

In exchange for your expertise, Water Technology offers:

  • A permanent full-time role (but we are open to a 4-day work week).
  • Hybrid work arrangement.
  • Internal and external training and development support.
  • Involvement in an enviable array of interesting and challenging local and national projects.
  • An opportunity to work with an expansive and varied client portfolio.
  • Generous annual bonus.
  • Option to be part of the employee share program providing ownership in the business.

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