Ecologist

Water Technology · Prayagraj, India

Due to continued business growth, Water Technology requires an Ecologist, to be based out of NSW – ideally the businesses Parramatta Office. Here you will join a close-knit team of
industry-leading professionals, where staff are truly valued and an open, innovative, and supportive culture is encouraged.

The role

In this role you will enjoy a variety of work by partnering with local and federal government, regulatory authorities, and private organisations. You will have the opportunity to provide
leadership and support on a range of projects, including:

• Supervise others and utilise your established contacts & networks for business development
• Delivering high-quality expert advice and managing stakeholders internally & externally
• Manage your own projects with support from other teams as needed
• Lead ecological field investigations, report preparation & biodiversity assessments
• Undertake broader environmental investigations and impact statements

The right team member will have:

As an established or emerging leader, you will possess:

• Qualifications in ecology
• 2+ years’ experience, preferably within a consulting environment
• Demonstrated botanical identification skills
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Strong project management skills
• Working knowledge of relevant NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation
• Sound experience within Sydney Basin ecology and undertaking ecological surveys in the vegetation communities of NSW
• BAM Accreditation and/or bushfire planning accreditation would be highly regarded
• Current driver’s licence

Benefits for you:

Life’s too short, not to have it all.

In exchange for your expertise, Water Technology offers:

• A permanent part-time or full-time role

• A word-class company policy that supports ‘the whole person’. They believe employees’ well-being is paramount and offer real flexibility for balance between work, family, and your personal priorities. They respect individual work rhythms and design working conditions to leverage each employee’s most productive self.

• An extensive suite of internal and external training programs to nurture personal and professional development

• The chance to be mentored by and collaborate with some of the most respected and experienced water and environment professionals in Australia

• Involvement in an enviable array of interesting and challenging local and national projects

• An opportunity to work with an expansive and varied client portfolio

• A competitive salary + annual bonus

• Option to be part of the employee share program providing ownership in the business