Senior Zoologist

About the role

AECOM’s environmental practice is seeking an experienced Senior Zoologist to lead fauna surveys across Western Australia, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and supporting sustainable project outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Undertake targeted and baseline fauna surveys across diverse bioregions in WA.
• Design fauna survey programs aligned with project and regulatory expectations.
• Apply state and Commonwealth guidelines and current fauna survey standards.
• Support environmental impact assessments, compliance monitoring and approvals throughout project lifecycles.
• Prepare high‑quality technical reports and contribute to approvals documentation.
• Engage with regulators to guide project delivery.
• Mentor and support junior team members in field and office settings.

Required profile

• 8+ years’ experience as a Zoologist with field and consulting background.
• Proven ability to lead and deliver fauna surveys, including planning and execution.
• Strong understanding of WA survey requirements and hands‑on experience in Western Australia.
• Consulting experience with client‑facing responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Required skills

• Understanding of state and Commonwealth wildlife guidelines.
• Solid knowledge of WA fauna survey standards and regulatory processes.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid, part‑time and job‑sharing options.
• Up to six weeks of additional annual leave and public‑holiday swapping.
• Continuous learning opportunities such as lunch‑and‑learns, professional development courses and paid study leave.
• Global career opportunities within a Fortune 500 infrastructure consulting firm.