Job Description

Job Description

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How you'll make a difference

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This position will provide experience and a greater level of responsibility working on a diverse array of high profile, major infrastructure assessment projects across a range of sectors, including transport (road/rail/ports/air), water utilities, energy, and resource sectors. You will work amongst a team of high-performing peers and alongside our clients, while learning first‐hand from our in-house senior advisors and technical leaders.

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What will a day in this role look like:

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- Desktop ecological assessments using Commonwealth, State and local databases and mapping.
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- Plan and deliver field‐based ecological surveys, including ground‐truthing vegetation and habitat types, BioCondition assessments, threatened species surveys (flora and fauna) and monitoring.
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- Ecological impact assessment and management planning for a diverse range of projects.
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- Uphold positive and beneficial relationships with clients, contractors, government agencies, service providers and team members.
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Qualifications

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The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.

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- Degree in environmental science, natural resource management or similar.
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- Working knowledge of Commonwealth,



Queensland and local legislation relating to the environment.
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- Knowledge of desktop and field‐based ecological assessment methods.
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- Strong data management skills and experience with GIS desktop and data collection packages such as ESRI, ArcGIS and Fulcrum.
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- Solid written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships and work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
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- Capacity to undertake short and extended field programs, including travel to remote locations, and hold a current driver's licence.
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Additional Information

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Why you'll love working with us

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- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, job‐sharing and hybrid work options
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- Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
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- Swap public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
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- Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
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We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know.

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📌 Ecologist (Queensland)
🏢 Aecom
📍 Queensland