Technical Director | Principal | Ecology

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Technical Director | Practice Lead | Ecology

Oceans and Environment

RPS has an opportunity for an experienced Technical Director or Principal to join our Environmental Approvals & Management team. This is a senior role for an industry leader who brings deep ecological expertise, strong commercial acumen and a genuine passion for developing people and shaping exceptional client outcomes.

About RPS

RPS is a connected global professional services firm of 5,000 people across 125 countries. We define, design and manage projects that create positive impact in a complex and fast-changing world. We are confidently pragmatic, solutions focused and known for making complexity easy.

The opportunity

This role leads high-level ecological technical delivery across large and complex projects, providing strategic advice, technical direction, mentoring, troubleshooting and commercial guidance. You will work seamlessly across disciplines and geographies, helping position RPS as a preferred supplier through excellence in service delivery.

As a key leader within our Ecology Practice, you will also contribute to business strategy, champion cross-collaboration, and build relationships that support sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will:

- Provide advanced technical leadership across multiple sectors and regions
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and interface with other business units
- Lead strategic business development and identify new opportunities
- Offer expert advice on complex ecological issues, reporting and project risks
- Ensure best practice in quality, commercial performance, and client satisfaction
- Mentor, coach and develop technical staff and assist with workforce planning
- Contribute to the development and implementation of practice-level strategy
- Uphold and champion RPS’s commitment to health, safety and wellbeing

About you





You will be an industry leader who brings:

- Extensive ecological experience across a range of sectors and geographies
- Recognised expertise with a reputation for high-quality technical delivery
- Proven experience delivering complex, multidisciplinary projects
- Strong commercial insight and an ability to develop long-term client partnerships
- Well-honed communication and presentation skills
- A collaborative, people-focused leadership style
- The ability to coach, mentor and nurture technical capability within your team

Qualifications

- Degree qualified in a relevant field
- Professional certification as required (including BAM Accreditation in NSW or equivalent)
- Active engagement in professional development, industry forums and conferences

The perks of working with RPS

When you join RPS, you will be part of a team that invests in your growth and wellbeing. Our standard benefits include:

- Professional development and career progression opportunities
- A supportive team culture that celebrates collaboration and success
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance
- Active wellbeing and community engagement initiatives
- Annual skilled membership reimbursement
- Paid parental and partner leave
- $250 active lifestyle allowance per annum
- Additional annual leave purchase scheme and salary packaging options
- Professional and technical development programs, including study assistance, online learning and mentoring across portfolios
- Active office social events, employee assistance program,



service recognition and more.

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RPS, A Tetra Tech Company, defines, designs, and manages Australia Asia Pacific’s most successful infrastructure, development and resources projects.

From the transport infrastructure that keeps our cities moving, to the masterplanned communities and commercial projects that enhance regional centres, we collaborate with industry, government, and the community to take critical projects from ideas to reality.

A diverse, yet highly integrated network of consultants, we help our partners to identify and capitalise on opportunities, while formulating effective strategies to achieve their goals.

We’re passionate about creating shared value for the clients and communities we serve.

RPS, A Tetra Tech Company, defines, designs, and manages Australia Asia Pacific’s most successful infrastructure, development and resources projects.

From the transport infrastructure that keeps our cities moving, to the masterplanned communities and commercial projects that enhance regional centres, we collaborate with industry, government, and the community to take critical projects from ideas to reality.

A diverse, yet highly integrated network of consultants, we help our partners to identify and capitalise on opportunities, while formulating effective strategies to achieve their goals.

We’re passionate about creating shared value for the clients and communities we serve.

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