Job Description
Natural Area Consulting Management Services is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to join our Perth-based environmental consulting team. This is a leadership role for a highly organised and technically capable environmental professional with strong knowledge of Western Australian flora, fauna, and regulatory frameworks.
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You will play a key role and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes on projects across Western Australia, while mentoring and developing graduate and junior consultants. The position involves a balance of office-based work in Malaga and fieldwork across metropolitan and regional WA.
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About Us
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Natural Area Consulting Management Services is a proudly Western Australian owned company with over 20 years' experience delivering high-quality environmental solutions across government, industry, and community sectors. We are an industry leader with expertise in environmental consulting, botany, ecology, civil environmental construction, horticulture, seed ecology and on-ground conservation and land management. We are passionate about conserving, preserving and enhancing WA's natural spaces, and we are looking for like-minded people to join our team.
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The Chance
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As a Senior Environmental Consultant, you will report to the Principal Environmental Consultant and your responsibilities will include:
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Managing multiple environmental consulting projects from proposal through to completion, including scope, budget, scheduling, reporting, and close out.
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Leading, mentoring, reviewing and providing feedback to junior and graduate consultants, fostering technical development and professional growth.
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Undertaking and overseeing flora, fauna, vegetation, and environmental surveys across WA bioregions.
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Preparing environmental reports, management plans, monitoring programs, and regulatory documentation.
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Assisting with environmental approvals and compliance processes at local, state,



and federal levels.
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Supporting business development activities, including client liaison, proposal preparation, and fee estimates.
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Contributing to a collaborative and high-performing consulting team.
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What are we looking for? Your qualification, licences, skills & experiences
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Successful applicants must have the following qualifications:
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Completed bachelor's degree (or higher) in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
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Minimum 5 years' proven experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on WA flora and fauna.
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Current WA Manual Driver's Licence (C Class or higher).
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First Aid Certificate.
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Police Clearance.
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To be successful in this role, you should be able demonstrate the following skills & experiences:
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Project management skills & experience: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
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Leadership capability: Experience mentoring and supervising graduate consultants and contributing to a positive team culture.
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Regulatory knowledge: Strong understanding of WA and Australian environmental legislation, approvals, and compliance processes.
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Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience preparing technical reports and client-facing documentation.
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Technical proficiency: Competence in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Copilot) and proficiency with GIS and environmental data tools.
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Field experience: Hands-on experience conducting environmental fieldwork,



site assessments, and monitoring programs throughout WA.
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Why Join Us?
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Natural Area is known for its pragmatic, quality-driven approach. We value integrity, sustainability, and innovation. You will be part of a supportive team committed to environmental excellence and continuous improvement.
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Leadership and career progression: Join a growing leadership team and help shape the next generation of environmental professionals. We actively promote from within—many of our senior leaders started their careers at Natural Area.
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Collaborative expertise: Work alongside botanists, ecologists, bushland rehabilitation specialists, vertebrate pest management experts, project managers, horticulturists, and seed ecology specialists.
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Perth-based with varied fieldwork: Enjoy a stable Perth-based role with work from home available, metro and regional fieldwork, without long-term FIFO or extended travel.
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Competitive remuneration: Salary commensurate with skills and experience.
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Professional development: Regular performance reviews, ongoing training, support for further education, and attendance at industry events.
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Supportive culture: A values-driven organisation that prioritises wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
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What our staff say about working here
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"It's rewarding to see the positive impact our work has on nature and the community."
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"I find it rewarding to work in a supportive team environment where people are approachable and willing to help."
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We foster an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative workplace and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people from diverse backgrounds.
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Check our website and socials to see what our teams get up to on the daily
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📌 Senior Environmental Consultant - Expression Of Interest (Western Australia)
🏢 Natural Area
📍 Western Australia