Senior To Principal Ecologist (Zoology Or Botany)

At WSP, we are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior to Principal Ecologist (Zoology or Botany) to join our dynamic Ecology team. Collaborate with our Technical Executive of Ecology and our national team of 60 ecologists, and play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge solutions for major projects locally and globally.

Flexible Location:
Sydney, Newcastle or Regional NSW

A Flexible and Rewarding Career Opportunity

This role offers a flexible work arrangement, including a mix of fieldwork, office tasks, and the option to work from home or remotely. Enjoy above-industry-standard remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your growth and well-being.

Driving Sustainable Biodiversity and Natural Resource Management

In our increasingly urbanised world, conserving and sustainably managing biodiversity is a paramount challenge. WSP leads the charge in helping clients protect and restore natural resources and ecosystems, always in accordance with the latest legislation, regulations, and policies. Seize this opportunity to drive future-ready initiatives that address critical issues such as biodiversity conservation, financing nature, and the growth of natural capital markets.

Your Responsibilities

• Execute rehabilitation, monitoring, biodiversity surveys, impact and offset assessments, and ecological management plans.
• Conduct environmental analyses, mapping, research, and field surveys.
• Craft technical environmental reports, proposals, and tenders.
• Plan and manage projects of varying complexity and scale.
• Nurture existing client relationships.
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to their professional development.

Qualifications and Experience

• Background in Environmental or Natural Science disciplines such as ecology, zoology, botany, or biology.
• Prior consulting or government experience in biodiversity impact assessment and offsetting.
• BAM Accreditation would be highly regarded, or a willingness to obtain it.
• Experience in GIS, field mapping, and the development and management of spatial datasets.
• In-depth knowledge of New South Wales BAM and State/Commonwealth regulatory frameworks and policies.
• A genuine passion for ecology, conservation, biodiversity, and natural resources management.
• Botanist:
  Proficiency in fieldwork, including BAM, ecological monitoring, plant species and threatened ecological community identification, ecological data collection and analysis, etc. PCTs and vegetation identification training, along with practical botany skills.
• Zoologist:
  Proficiency in fieldwork, including BAM, ecological monitoring, fauna species identification, ecological data collection and analysis, etc. and practical fauna survey skills.

About WSP

WSP is a global leader in environmental professional services consulting, with a talented team of approximately 6,000 professionals across 14 offices in Australia. Our expertise lies in designing and offering strategic advice on sustainable solutions and engineering Future Ready projects that will sustain societies for generations to come. We foster a vibrant workplace culture supported by our Guiding Principles:
Valuing our people and our reputation, local dedication on an international scale, a forward-looking approach that challenges the status quo, a collaborative approach in everything we do, and an empowering culture with a strong sense of accountability.

At WSP, we prioritize the health and well-being of our employees and offer flexible working arrangements, 12 months of parental leave, global mobility opportunities, additional purchased leave, competitive remuneration, and many other benefits designed to help you shine. We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equal opportunity workplace, promoting Indigenous voices and actively delivering a 'Stretch' level Reconciliation Action Plan. We have been accredited by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice, and we support the LGBTQI+ community, encouraging all employees to bring their authentic selves to work.

Join Our Changemakers

If this opportunity aligns with your career aspirations, we encourage you to apply now and embark on your journey with WSP. Your expertise can make a significant impact in shaping a sustainable and thriving future.

WSP. With us, you can.