Join a leading Western Australian infrastructure organisation responsible for maintaining critical transport networks across the state. With a strong commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship and responsible land management, this organisation delivers essential infrastructure while protecting biodiversity and supporting long-term environmental outcomes.
Your new role The Senior Ecology Advisor is responsible for assisting and managing all ecological assessments, approvals and compliance activities to support the organisation's infrastructure operations. This role provides technical leadership in flora and fauna management, ensuring that projects meet regulatory requirements while effectively identifying and mitigating environmental risks.
- Lead flora and fauna assessments, surveys and ecological investigations to support infrastructure projects.
- Prepare and review ecological reports, approvals and environmental documentation.
- Provide specialist ecological advice to project, maintenance and operational teams.
- Manage environmental permits, compliance obligations and regulatory approvals.
- Maintain ecological data, GIS records and environmental reporting requirements.
- Ensure compliance through field assurance activities, risk management and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Build robust relationships with regulators and stakeholders while mentoring staff and promoting ecological awareness.
What you'll need to succeed
- Tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, Zoology or a related discipline.
- 7+ years' experience in terrestrial ecology, ideally within infrastructure, resources or linear asset environments.
- Strong knowledge of WA and Commonwealth environmental legislation, approvals, permitting and compliance requirements.
- Experience delivering flora and fauna surveys, ecological assessments, environmental approvals and technical reporting.
- Proficiency in GIS and ecological data management, with strong stakeholder engagement, leadership and team management skills.
What you'll get in return
- 12-month fixed term contract with potential to be extended
- Perth based role with adhoc
- Influence meaningful environmental outcomes while working on large-scale infrastructure projects.
What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, apply now!
📌 Senior Ecology Advisor (Perth)
🏢 Hays
📍 Perth
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