Principal Ecologist

IMPORTANT:  This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders.  Other applicants need not apply.

 

PB is at the forefront of the environmental, transport, mining, power and water sectors. PB has more than 13,000 employees working from over 150 offices in six continents. In Australia Pacific alone, we employ over 2,500 specialists in areas including environmental science, engineering and project management to name a few.

Right now, we’re looking for three experienced Senior/Principal ecologists to join our national ecology team in any of our east coast offices (in Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland).

To be successful in one of the roles you will be a motivated ecological professional with at least 10 years professional experience. You will have a flair for delivering innovative environmental solutions and working with clients across a diverse range of projects. Possessing formal qualifications in ecology/botany/zoology or a related field, you will be able to deliver outcomes across a range of environmental projects, including environmental impact studies, management plans, conservation strategies and broad-scale ecological assessments.

Specifically, the successful applicant will have a thorough working understanding of the planning and environmental approvals system relating to ecological values in at least one state. Demonstrated field experience in either flora or fauna assessments (or both), with particular experience in eastern Australia, working knowledge of the ecological issues relevant to development and infrastructure projects, flexibility and adaptability to varied and changing project demands, particularly relating to large infrastructure projects, ability to lead and coordinate the ecology component of projects, an area of specialisation pertinent to flora or fauna, superior writing and communication skills and solid, yet realistic, environmental ethics.

At PB, you’ll be part of a supportive organisation that encourages continued development through ongoing training, knowledge sharing and wellbeing programs. You’ll have benefits such as flexible working hours and the option to purchase additional annual leave.

If you’re ready to join a world leader that will make a real difference to our country’s future, it’s time to apply. To express your interest please click on the 'apply now' button or contact Patience Lawlor on 03 9861 2341 or email plawlor@pb.com.au

Please Note: we are inviting direct applications only. PB will not be engaging the services of recruitment agencies for this role.