Experienced Ecologist
Onterris
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- Location
- New South Wales
- Type
- Full-time
About the role
About Us
At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.
“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.
When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.
Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.
A Day in the Life
Formerly known as Epic Environmental, the Australian arm of Onterris has kept the strong culture we are well known for. The team continues to work closely with clients, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes without an overemphasis on KPIs.
Our teams have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, auditors, and professionals with vast experience within our industry, while enjoying regular social events and collaborative work that bring the team together. Onterris also supports career development through relevant internal opportunities and individual one-on-one career conversations focused on growth and progression.
We are seeking a NSW based, experienced ecologists, ideally specialising in botany to join our Ecology team, working out of one of our thriving NSW offices.
Candidates based in the Central West region are highly encouraged to apply.
This role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:
Managing ecological projects from planning through to delivery, including budgets, programs, resourcing and client expectations
Leading and coordinating flora and fauna surveys, including on complex projects and challenging sites across NSW
Providing practical ecological advice to support planning, approvals, environmental management and project delivery
Building strong client and stakeholder relationships
Preparing high-quality technical reports and ecological assessments, with a strong understanding of NSW legislation, policy and approval pathways
Supporting and mentoring junior ecologists, providing technical guidance, field leadership and opportunities for professional development
Your Expertise and Skills
These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
4-7 years of relevant consulting experience in ecology, predominately in the NSW region
Tertiary qualification from a recognised institute in Ecology/ Environmental Science/ Environmental Management or similar disciplines
Strong knowledge and experience conducting flora and fauna surveys
Experience with GIS desktop software such as ESRI, ArcGIS or QGIS and data collection packages ArcGIS Fieldmap and Survey123 favourable
Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM) accreditation highly desirable
Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.
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