Due to exciting growth in our Australian Environmental Business, we are looking for intermediate level zoologists to work in our passionate Terrestrial Fauna Team.
We are interested in Zoologists that can run projects, lead surveys and write reports, with guidance.
About the role: Based in our Perth office, the team are leading experts in the field of terrestrial ecology, with strengths across baseline fauna surveys, targeted significant species surveys, technical reporting, and impact assessments.
We have a comprehensive pipeline of current and upcoming exciting projects spanning across the Pilbara, Central Deserts, Mid-west, Goldfields, and Southwest regions of Western Australia.
Day to day tasks would involve: Lead and/or take part in terrestrial fauna field surveys in a range of remote and diverse environments across Western Australia (and potentially interstate).Analyse ecological data and prepare clear, concise technical reports.Liaison with technical and subject matter specialists.Preparation of proposals, budgets, and tender documents.Provide technical support and advice to the broader environment team or receive appropriate mentoring to develop your technical skills.Opportunity to expand your knowledge across various ecological disciplines (aquatic ecology, terrestrial ecology, marine science, environmental impact assessment, mine closure and rehabilitation), and undertake training and development to drive your career progression.To be successful for this role you'll need: Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, or a related discipline.Two to five years professional experience, ideally in terrestrial fauna, with an environmental consultancy, or a passion to develop in this discipline.Terrestrial fauna survey experience and demonstrated enthusiasm for zoology (outside of university).Ability to undertake extended surveys, generally up to two weeks at a time in remote locations across WA.A solid level of physical fitness and ability to pass a fitness assessment for field surveys.Be eligible to work in Australia with a current C class unrestricted (manual) drivers' licence.Keen birding experience would be of interest but not essential.Keen terrestrial invertebrate experience would be of interest but not essential.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.GIS and spatial ecology experience will be seen as beneficial, but not essential.Ability to work well in a team environment and willingness to work across teams.An interest in embracing innovation to continually improve the work we do.What we offer Established, friendly team comprising dedicated zoologists with a range of expertise, working on exciting projects across the state.Penalty rates and time in lieu, to compensate staff for extended field work in remote locations.Career development, with opportunities to expand your knowledge across various ecological disciplines, attend conferences and undertake training.Local and Global Projects - while you will be based in Perth, there will be opportunities to work on a broad range of projects locally, across Australia and potentially globally.Opportunity to work in research and development, supporting innovative projects that are market leading and align with our core values.Flexible work arrangements on offer, including changes to patterns of hours worked, and work from home opportunities.An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) which all permanent employees and their immediate family members are eligible to access.Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave and provision for school term contracts.Professional Registration and Memberships.Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI).Service Recognition Awards.Employee Referral Benefits.How to apply If this position is of interest, submit your application online.
Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time. Primary Location : Australia-Western Australia-Perth
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