Location Hybrid - WFH base, SEQ field work
Employment type Full-time
Applications close 11 Nov ****
Queensland Ecologists is seeking a
Senior Field Ecologist
with demonstrated, Queensland-specific senior experience in flora and fauna.
This is a role for an established ecologist who can lead field work and deliver assessment-ready results across South East Queensland.
What matters most:
senior, Queensland-specific field experience in ecology (flora and fauna) - proven senior-level survey and species identification, not just a qualification.
You must hold a relevant undergraduate degree; a postgraduate qualification is preferred, and CEnvP accreditation is highly regarded though not mandatory.
About the role
This is a hybrid role - your base is working from home, with field work across South East Queensland, concentrated around Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and southern Brisbane.
You will plan and lead ecological surveys and habitat assessments, collect and interpret flora, fauna and habitat data, and prepare professional reports and mapping outputs that stand up to regulatory scrutiny.
You will work closely with our principal ecologist and clients across a varied caseload.
Full-time is preferred, but we will consider part time for the right person.
Key responsibilities
Plan and lead field work for ecological surveys and habitat assessments
Collect, analyse and interpret flora, fauna and habitat data
Contribute to environmental impact assessments and constraints analysis




Interpret Queensland and Commonwealth regulatory requirements
Prepare written reports and mapping outputs
Liaise with project managers, councils and clients
Support proposals, project design and professional development
Work safely and independently in varied outdoor environments
What you need
Senior, Queensland-specific field experience in ecology (flora and fauna)
- proven senior-level experience surveying and identifying Queensland flora and fauna, not just a tertiary qualification
An undergraduate degree
in ecology, environmental science, biology or a related discipline (essential)
A
postgraduate qualification
in a relevant field (preferred)
CEnvP accreditation
highly regarded, though not mandatory
Strong botany and wildlife knowledge with confident species identification
Report-writing proficiency for assessment and compliance documents
Environmental impact assessment experience and sound regulatory knowledge
Ability to work remotely and manage your own time independently
GIS and spatial tools competency (highly beneficial)
Current driver's licence and willingness to travel for field work across SEQ
Why Queensland Ecologists
We are a specialist consultancy trusted by developers, landowners and councils for practical, science-based advice.
You will work on genuinely varied projects with real influence over how field work is run and reported.
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📌 Senior Field Ecologist (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Ecologists
📍 Brisbane