- One of Australia’s largest employee-owned environmental consultancies
- Opportunity to work across a range of sectors and on diverse projects
- Additional benefit of #MEDays (Paid Wellbeing Days)

About Umwelt

At Umwelt Australia, our purpose is to enable change for the better. As a leading Australian environmental consulting business, we are passionate about delivering sustainable outcomes for our clients, communities and the environment. With over 30 years of experience and 8 office locations nationally, Umwelt has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality environmental and social advisory services across Australia. Our people are at the heart of our success and we are proud of the collaborative and supportive culture we have created.

As our project portfolio continues to grow, we are seeking expressions of interest from passionate and motivated Ecologists at all career stages, from Graduate and Early Career Ecologists through to Senior, Associate Principal, Principal and Technical Director level professionals.

At Umwelt, you'll have the opportunity to work on diverse and meaningful projects across sectors including renewable energy, transport, resources, water and urban development, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of environmental experts.

About the Opportunity

We are interested in hearing from professionals with experience in:

- Flora and/or fauna assessments and surveys
- Biodiversity impact assessment and environmental approvals
- Ecological monitoring and management
- Threatened species assessments
- Environmental reporting and stakeholder engagement

What We're Looking For





- Qualifications in Ecology, Environmental Science, Zoology, Botany or a related discipline
- Field survey and technical reporting experience (level-dependent)
- Solid communication and collaboration skills
- A passion for delivering high-quality environmental outcomes

What We Offer:

Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:

- A role collaborating with experienced professionals to support your growth and development
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
- Opportunities to work nationally across diverse and technically challenging projects
- #MEDays: an Umwelt wellbeing initiative offering staff extra paid days off
- Generous additional hours policy and working away from home benefits
- Opportunities to join Umwelt’s Employee Share Plan (ESP)
- A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
- Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
- A competitive salary based on skills and experience





If you're interested in exploring future opportunities with Umwelt in Townsville, we'd love to hear from you.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone's unique perspectives and contributions are valued.

Join the Umwelt Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at ••••@umwelt.com.au

As part of our recruitment process, candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, which includes verification of work rights, identity and qualifications, and may include criminal history checks, medicals and other specific assessments where applicable.

📌 Expressions of Interest | Ecologists (All Levels) (Townsville)
🏢 Umwelt
📍 Townsville