At SLR we Make Sustainability Happen. SLR is an international environmental consultancy with a reputation for providing high quality environmental and sustainability solutions. With over 1,000+ staff across 23 disciplines, we support a diverse and growing client base.
Due to exciting projects in our pipeline, our Ecology & Biodiversity team is seeking a
Senior Botanist
to join our
Perth
office on a permanent Full-Time basis. This opportunity best suits someone with 3-5 years of industry experience with the ability to hit the ground running in a busy workplace.
As part of a large and expert team, you will be confident in your technical ability and provide high quality service and advice in your area of expertise to clients and colleagues in both office based and fieldwork activities.
Job tasks and responsibilities
Lead and participate in field surveys to collect floristic data
Interpretation and application of environmental legislation to projects across a variety of different sectors
Prepare technical reports summarising field survey results and their implications for environmental impact assessment and management.
Assisting in preparing tenders and proposals
Integrating your technical work into multidisciplinary assessments and project teams
Undertake analyses, interpretations, conclusions and prepare reports outlining the findings of field surveys
Travel to remote areas to conduct field survey programs
Skills and experience
An appropriate tertiary qualification in Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Natural Resources or in another related field
3-5 years' experience in a botanical role in the environmental consulting sector or an equivalent role in Government, including undertaking flora and vegetation surveys, taxonomy and report production
Experience in the implementation of flora and vegetation field surveys and monitoring programs
Advanced report writing and computer skills, with demonstrated ability to prepare high quality written material for publication
Experience in GIS e.g. QGIS
Proven ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities
Proven project management experience in relation to client management and budget control
We are proud of our unique culture where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Whether you're working in the office, from home or a mix of the two, we recognise that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all.
You can find a comprehensive list here.
Next Steps
We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion. Please note that interviews are conducted with gender diverse interview panels to the best of our ability. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process.
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