Marine Conservation Specialist

2 days ago


Perth, Western Australia BMT Full time

Your Next Marine Conservation Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Marine Scientist to join our team of environmental professionals in Perth, Australia.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects that help protect and preserve our precious marine environments. As a Senior Marine Scientist, you will display experience in leading and managing marine impact assessments, conducting research and analysis on marine ecosystems, habitats, and species, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, engaging with stakeholders, mentoring junior staff, and working collaboratively across both the local and broader BMT teams.

Essential Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Marine/Environmental Science or other relevant area of study.
  • Current Australian driver's licence.
  • More than 5 years' relevant experience post-graduation in marine ecology, with a strong background in fieldwork, data analysis, and report writing.
  • Strong verbal and written communication and report writing skills.
  • Knowledge of environmental regulations and policies relating to marine conservation and management.
  • Right to work in Australia with no restrictions.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Post graduate degree (Honours, Masters, PhD) in relevant field.
  • Experience working within the scientific, engineering, or resources sector.
  • Post-graduate qualifications in environmental management or other relevant area of study.
  • Experience in navigating State and Federal Legislation for impact assessments and approvals.
  • Willingness to conduct fieldwork in remote areas.
  • Demonstrated business development skills.
  • The ability to coach and mentor junior staff.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits and Salary:

We offer a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $160,000 AUD per annum, flexible work arrangements, including work from home or wherever you work best, an employee dividend, additional bonuses and rewards, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Choose BMT?

We believe that an organization can only be number one in its market if everyone in it works together as one. At BMT, we have a set of core values that guide our behavior: Trust, Innovation, Passion, Respect, and Collaboration. We strive to continually strive for technical and operational excellence, innovate, and invest in our capabilities to deliver positive impact and value.



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