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Get to know usÌý

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At Biodiversity Australia,Ìýwe’reÌýan Indigenous-owned environmental consultancy delivering real outcomes for people,ÌýprojectsÌýand the environment. From renewable energy and infrastructure to biodiversity stewardship and land restoration, our work is diverse,ÌýmeaningfulÌýand grounded in science.Ìý

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Our ecology team of 40+ professionals is supported by strong mentorship, flexible workingÌýarrangementsÌýand genuine career development opportunities. We offer competitive salaries, paid professional memberships, and benefits including overtime and time in lieu.Ìý

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We work across Defence, government, resources and renewables,Ìýtackling complex environmental challenges and helping shape sustainable outcomes across Australia.Ìý

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If you want to be part of a team that valuesÌýIntegrity, Teamwork, Safety, ClientÌýSuccessÌýand Indigenous Pathways, and be involved in projects that go beyond compliance to create lasting impact,Ìýwe’dÌýlove to hear from you.Ìý

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About the opportunity:Ìý

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This is your opportunity to step into a dynamic ecology role with real variety,ÌýresponsibilityÌýand impact.Ìý

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You’llÌýwork across a diverse portfolio of projects, with a balanced mix of field and office work (approximately 50/50). From local surveys through to drive-in field programs and fly-in/fly-out projects, no two weeks look the same.Ìý

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In this role, you will:Ìý

• Lead ecological projects fromÌýinitialÌýscope and client engagement through to deliveryÌýÌý
• Plan,ÌýcoordinateÌýand deliver multi-disciplinary fauna and flora field surveysÌýÌý
• Manage project timelines,ÌýbudgetsÌýand outcomes with a strong commercial focusÌýÌý
• Apply your knowledge of environmental legislation to support approvals and complianceÌýÌý
• Build andÌýmaintainÌýstrong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisorÌýÌý
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, impactÌýassessmentsÌýand approvals documentationÌýÌý

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You’llÌýbe part of a collaborative, experienced team, with the autonomy to take ownership of your projects while being supported in your ongoing development.Ìý

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This role is well suited to someone who enjoys working across both field and consulting environments, thrives on variety, and is motivated to deliver high-quality environmental outcomes.Ìý

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WhyÌýyou’reÌýa good match:Ìý

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You’reÌýa practical, motivated ecologist who enjoys both fieldwork and consulting, and is ready to take the next step in your career.Ìý

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You’llÌýbring:Ìý

• A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management or similarÌýÌý
• 3+ years’ experience delivering fauna and/or flora surveys in QLD (Brigalow Belt experience highly regarded)ÌýÌý
• Strong understanding of relevant Commonwealth and State environmental legislationÌýÌý
• Experience designing and delivering surveys within threatened species and ecological communitiesÌýÌý
• Confidence preparing ecological reports and supporting approvals processesÌýÌý
• Exposure to consulting environments, orÌýa strong desireÌýto build project management capabilityÌýÌý

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You’llÌýalso be:Ìý

• Comfortable working across both field and office environmentsÌýÌý
• Proactive,ÌýorganisedÌýand able to manage competing prioritiesÌýÌý
• Confident engaging with clients and working as part of a teamÌýÌý
• Willing to travel and undertake fieldwork asÌýrequiredÌýÌý

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Requirements:Ìý

• Current driver’s licenceÌýÌý
• White CardÌýÌý
• First Aid CertificateÌý

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WhyÌýyou’llÌýlove working hereÌý

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• Grow your careerÌý– We invest in your development with professional memberships, trainingÌýsupportÌýand studyÌýassistanceÌýÌý
• Work your wayÌý– Flexible, hybrid working with a full WFH setup and theÌýoptionÌýtoÌýpurchaseÌýadditionalÌýleaveÌýÌý
• Be rewardedÌý– Competitive salaries and strong salary packaging optionsÌýÌý
• Strong teamÌýcultureÌý– Join a collaborative team of 40+ ecologists, backed by a high-performing support teamÌýÌý
• High standardsÌý– Be part of an ISO-accredited business known for quality and deliveryÌýÌý
• See more of AustraliaÌý– Work on diverse projects across the country, with real variety in your day-to-dayÌý

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We are proud to be an Indigenous-owned, equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We encourage Indigenous individuals to apply and offer upskilling opportunities through our Indigenous Pathways model.Ìý

A salary will be negotiated based on experience to successful applicants. Only applicants who have been short listed for an interview will be contacted.Ìý