Ecologist (Townsville)

Ecologist (Townsville)

We’re Hiring | Mid–Senior Environmental Consultant | Ecologist & Fauna Spotter Catcher | Townsville and Sunshine Coast Queensland

BASE Consulting Group is seeking a skilled Mid to Senior Environmental Consultant with a current Fauna Spotter Catcher licence and proven experience working on projects in Queensland. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of Queensland’s environmental legislation, construction-phase environmental management, and ecological fieldwork.

We work across infrastructure, resources, land development, and biodiversity offset projects throughout Queensland. You will support a diverse range of projects, providing technical expertise in fauna management, environmental compliance, and approvals-related documentation — while building depth across our broader project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliver fauna spotter catcher services during pre-clearance and construction activities in accordance with Queensland guidelines
- Undertake ecological field surveys, flora and fauna assessments, and vegetation mapping to ensure environmental compliance on Queensland-based projects
- Prepare and review environmental documentation, including ecological assessments, management plans, pre-clearance reports, and compliance reports
- Support project teams and clients with Queensland and Commonwealth environmental approvals, permit applications, and conditions management
- Provide site-based environmental supervision, auditing, and on-ground management during construction
- Liaise with contractors, regulators, landholders, and stakeholders
- Contribute to proposals and business development where applicable
- Ensure all work is conducted in line with Queensland legislation, permit conditions,



and best-practice environmental standards

About You

You’ll be an adaptable, field-ready practitioner who can operate confidently across both technical reporting and construction environments.

Selection Criteria

- Current Fauna Spotter Catcher licence / accreditation
- Tertiary qualification in Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology, or a related discipline
- Minimum 3-5 years’ demonstrated environmental consulting or construction experience in Queensland
- Strong working knowledge of Queensland environmental legislation, approvals pathways, and ecological field methods
- Good working knowledge of Queensland’s ecological landscape
- Experience preparing technical reports and approvals documentation
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Current driver’s licence
- Experience with Commonwealth approvals (EPBC Act) and Queensland approvals (e.g., Nature Conservation Act, Vegetation Management Act, Environmental Protection Act)
- Experience on major infrastructure, resources, mining, energy, or land development projects
- Construction White Card or equivalent site safety training and First Aid Certificate
- Ability to mentor and support junior team members

What We Offer

- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Diverse project exposure across Queensland, including infrastructure, resources, mining, and biodiversity offset work
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for ongoing career development and career progression
- Flexible working arrangements where practicable

Apply now

- To apply, please forward your application (including a cover letter addressing the above criteria) to [email protected]
- Applications close: Sunday, 29 March 2026

📌 Ecologist (Townsville)
🏢 Base Consulting Group
📍 Townsville