About Umwelt With over three decades of experience and nine locations nationwide, we are a team of vibrant professionals servicing a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, sustainability, defence, regulation and policy, critical minerals, and urban development.
We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operation, and decommissioning.
Our national biodiversity team is known for our wide-ranging and extensive technical expertise and our robust biodiversity assessments.
Our services are in high demand and continue to grow on the back of new and exciting projects, including within the renewable energy, infrastructure and resource sectors.
At all times, our goal is to use our expertise to provide specialist advice to balance development, impact avoidance and offsetting results that achieve the best possible environmental outcome.
About the Opportunity As a valued member of our highly respected National Ecology team, you will enhance Umwelt's reputation for ecological projects throughout Victoria and expand our service capacity in this area.
We are seeking an ecologist who is looking to progress their career in ecological consulting.
Our ideal candidate should have previous experience in conducting ecological fieldwork in Victoria and a strong motivation to enhance their technical skills across diverse projects.
We provide support for your technical development, flexible work arrangements, and acknowledgment of your accomplishments within our supportive, collaborative team.
About You We are looking for an Ecologist who has the following: Tertiary qualifications in environmental science, botany, zoology (or similar) 1-5 years' relevant experience, (prior consulting experience highly regarded) Experience with Victorian biodiversity survey and assessment requirements Prior experience and knowledge of State and Commonwealth environmental legislation.
Experienced in developing and maintaining positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including clients, government agencies and fellow team members Demonstrated experience in the collection and interpretation of ecological and spatial data Strong verbal and written communication skills, including preparing reports Highly motivated with a strong team commitment Be willing to work flexible hours and travel for work What We Offer Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow.
As part of our team, you will be offered: Work alongside experienced professionals who support your professional growth.
Opportunities to work across a range of sectors on diverse and technically challenging projects #MeDays – an Umwelt wellbeing initiative that offers staff up to an additional day of paid leave per month (12 days per year for FTE) to support mental health and wellbeing.
Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits Paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers Opportunities to join the company's Employee Share Plan (ESP) A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training A competitive salary based on skills and experience Diversity and Inclusion? At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We're all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.
The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan.
We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do.
Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.
Join the Umwelt Team? If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via the link.
Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.
If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at ******.
To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia
