Ecologist / Senior Ecologist
ERM · Newcastle, Australia · full time · On site · yesterday
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ERM, the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, is seeking Ecologist/Senior Ecologists to join our Newcastle or Sydney team. This is your chance to contribute to high-profile projects and collaborate with industry experts in an organization dedicated to creating a sustainable future.
Why Join ERM?
At ERM, sustainability is more than what we do—it’s who we are. You’ll work with global leaders in the renewables, resources, government, planning, and natural capital accounting sectors, tackling some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges.
Why You’ll Love Working at ERM
- Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to projects that make a real difference in creating a sustainable future.
- Growth Opportunities: Develop your career through direct client interaction, business development, and leadership roles.
- Collaborative Environment: Join a global network of passionate experts committed to making an impact.
- Flexibility and Support: Benefit from a supportive culture that values work-life balance and professional growth.
Join ERM and take the next step in your journey as an Ecologist/Senior Ecologist.
What You’ll Do
As an Ecologist/Senior Ecologist, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting biodiversity impact assessments and approvals under NSW State and Commonwealth jurisdictions.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting and delivering field surveys and desktop ecological assessments.
- Assisting in the preparation of biodiversity assessments, offset strategies and management plans that meet federal and state requirements.
- Supporting multiple projects, ensuring quality deliverables, and meeting deadlines.
- Engaging with stakeholders, including subcontractors, regulatory agents, landowners, Indigenous communities, and clients.
- Building strong collaborations across ERM’s global network of sustainability experts.
Required qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Ecology or related field.
- 1-2 years (Ecologist) or 2-5 years (Senior Ecologist) of environmental consulting experience.
- Expertise in environmental assessments and biodiversity regulations (experience with NSW Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016 is highly regarded).
- Skills in flora and plant community type identification are advantageous.
- GIS proficiency (advanced skills are a plus).
- Experience with biodiversity offsets and Federal/State survey methodologies.
- Strong commitment to safety and adherence to health and safety protocols.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
- A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for fieldwork are essential.
- Employer
- ERM
- Location
- Newcastle, Australia · On site
- Contract
- full time