There is an opportunity for an Ecologist or Botanist to join the Treetec team in Melbourne. This role offers technical growth through working across a range of environments. You will contribute as part of an established team with a variety of projects. The role includes desk and field work, with great flexibility.
About TreetecTreetec is an ecological and arboricultural company with specialist skills in canopy-based research, ecological survey and assessments, as well as ecological restoration and habitat creation. As such, our team includes specialists in the botany, arboriculture and ecology fields. We undertake:
Ecological restoration and habitat creation & monitoringCamera trap surveysLong-term monitoringProject managementBotanical surveysData analysis and consultingClients include: DELWP, VicTrack, Arthur Rylah Institute for Environmental Research (ARI), La Trobe University, Parks Victoria, Zoos Victoria, VicRoads, WSP Australia, MRPV, VPA, Melbourne Water, and various councils. Treetec has a strong reputation, working efficiently to safely deliver client outcomes.
ResponsibilitiesIn collaboration with the team, you will assist Treetec's projects. Tasks may include:
Undertaking field surveys often working away for 3 to 4 days at a time.Working directly with clients.Project approvals and ensuring compliance with applicable conditions.Supporting field teams with relevant information, documentation, and project specifications/scope.Overseeing and contributing to data compilation, management, and submission (including GIS).Preparing project reports in line with relevant contracts/agreements to ensure reporting deadlines are met.The applicant must:Maintain professional relationships with clients.Maintain a solid understanding of Commonwealth, State and Local Government environmental regulations and their application as well as relevant industry standards, practices, and approvals processes.You should have:A tertiary qualification in either Ecology, Botany, Zoology, and/or Natural Resource Management or equivalent.Species ID skills and understanding of south-eastern Australian ecology.Fieldwork experience.Current manual driver's licence, White Card, and First Aid Certificate.A focus on safe work practices and culture.A home office.The following would be an advantage:Have experience developing and managing research projects.Previous experience leading/managing teams.An understanding of the principles of Habitat Hectare assessments (VQA accreditation).Workplace safety compliance expertise.4wd training and chainsaw operation certifications.In addition, the specialist Botanist position requires:A tertiary qualification or substantial demonstrable skills/experience in Botany.Extensive plant identification skills throughout Victoria including use of dichotomous keys (e.g., VicFlora).nrmjobs.com.au/job/20021234
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