Senior Ecologist (Work from Home, Central Queensland)

About the role

Green Tape Solutions, an environmental consultancy in Queensland offering environmental assessment and ecology services, is looking for a Senior Ecologist to join its team. The role covers the full environmental assessment process, from project due diligence and acquisition through assessment and approvals to construction environmental management, and involves managing small to large and complex projects across the area. It is full time, starts as soon as possible and is reported to the Managing Director.

Key responsibilities

• Take part in ecological and environmental field assessments and surveys
• Author reports such as Flora and Fauna Impact Assessments, Vegetation and Biodiversity Management Plans and Development Opportunities and Constraints Reports
• Assist with Biodiversity Development Assessment Reports, Species Impact Statements and EPBC Act referrals
• Supervise juniors and review reports
• Provide a high level of professionalism and technical expertise to the team and clients, working with minimal supervision

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in environmental science or a science majoring in environmental sciences, ecology, zoology or botany
• 8+ years of relevant industry experience, including state/local government and/or consulting
• Experience supervising a team of ecologists
• Prior botanical experience
• Strong experience preparing and reviewing ecological reports to meet State and Council planning scheme requirements
• Experience managing projects including development applications, with previous development assessment and approvals experience required
• Excellent knowledge of Queensland planning and biodiversity legislation and the Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999

Required skills

• Direct experience with GIS mapping, analysis and communication of ecological attributes
• Effective written and verbal communication, with strong attention to detail in report writing
• Ability to work efficiently from home
• Desirable: bushfire assessment experience, proficiency in spatial analysis (GIS), Class C driver's licence and ability to drive a 4WD, reliable home internet and phone connection, and an existing client network with planners and developers

Applicants should send their CV and cover letter by email.