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Senior/ Principal Ecologist

1 month ago

Sydney, Australia SLR Consulting Full time

About the business and the role

SLR Consulting Australia Pty Ltd (SLR) is an employee-controlled international environmental consultancy with a globally recognised reputation for providing high quality tailored services. We provide global consultancy advice and support on a wide range of strategic and site-specific issues to a diverse and growing base of business, regulatory and governmental clients.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join our Ecology team based in Sydney.

Our team of ecologists works collaboratively to provide specialist ecology services and we work alongside other specialist teams in SLR to deliver a variety of multidisciplinary projects throughout NSW. Our core services include ecological surveys and assessment (terrestrial), vegetation mapping, rehabilitation monitoring programs, vegetation management plans, Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM) assessments, expert advice, due diligence and constraints assessments, and threatened species surveys and management plans.

Responsibilities of the role

  • Providing advice to clients and internal SLR team members
  • Working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects across a range of sectors
  • Provide lead technical role for designing and implementing a variety of field-based studies
  • Developing, facilitating and enhancing effective relationships with our clients and internal SLR team members
  • Assisting in the development and implementation of team business plans and strategies
  • Be self-sufficient and have demonstrated business development skill set in a consulting environment
  • Delivering clear and precise, high-quality reports

To be successful in this role, you will be a positive and engaging individual, as well as have:

  • A degree in Biological Science, Environmental Science or a related field
  • Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience
  • BAM training, accreditation and experience in applying the BAM within NSW
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Working knowledge of NSW environmental legislation and policies, standards and guidelines
  • Demonstrated experience managing or engaging with multidisciplinary projects
  • Previous experience conducting some or all of the core services described above
  • Australian Citizenship or rights to work in Australia
  • Excellent driving history and hold a current driver's license

Our benefits at SLR include:

Our culture is unique where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Whether you’re working in the office, from home or a mix of the two, we recognise that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all, including:

  • Hybrid work model (in-office & from home) - you choose where you work best.
  • Extra paid purchased leave up to 10 days so you can re-energize, help others, support family, or focus on your own professional development.
  • Inclusive parental leave policy that supports all parents throughout their parenting journey which includes 14 weeks primary carer and 6 weeks secondary carer leave (with the option to access an additional 8 weeks of leave if you become the primary carer within 18 months of the birth or adoption of the child).
  • Learning and Development which includes a mapped Career progression path, study assistance and up to 3 professional memberships subsidised by SLR.
  • Employee Assistance Program to support your physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
  • Global and Regional mobility and recruitment referral bonus for both region and global candidates.
  • Other benefits include regular Office social events, Service Anniversary awards, salary sacrificing (novated car lease) and a corporate uniform shop where you get $100 annually to spend.

We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion. Please note that interviews are conducted with gender diverse interview panels to the best of our ability. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted. You must be part of the preferred supplier agreement list which is to be coordinated through the Talent Acquisition team.

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