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Whether you’re a recent graduate just starting out in your career, or an experienced professional looking for new opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.

Joining our team means working with people who care deeply about what they do and why they do it. You’ll learn from their experience and insights, while contributing your own unique perspective and skills to our projects.

We Invest In You

We seek to work with people who are energetic and passionate. In return, we’ll offer you opportunities to build your career in a business that is respectful and encouraging. Our people are our number one asset, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace that supports you.

In addition to offering competitive salaries, you’ll be rewarded with a range of additional benefits

We’d love to hear from you. If you would like to send us an expression of interest, if you need assistance with an application or if you’d like to organise a confidential discussion with one of our friendly Recruitment Specialists, simply contact us on [email protected]

Principal Ecologists, WA

Location: Perth

About the Opportunity

We are looking to recruit highly experienced Principal Ecologists specialising in botany or zoology who want to influence major projects across Western Australia.

As a Principal Ecologist, you will provide technical leadership, mentor and develop ecologists, manage key client relationships and lead the delivery of complex biodiversity projects across the renewable energy, resources and infrastructure sectors.

You will be supported by a highly respected national team and have the opportunity to contribute to strategic growth, business development and the continued success of Umwelt’s ecology services in WA.





Key Responsibilities:

- Provide technical leadership and expert ecological advice
- Lead complex flora and/or fauna projects across WA
- Review and approve technical reports and assessments
- Build and maintain key client relationships
- Mentor and develop ecologists across the team
- Manage project delivery, budgets and resources
- Support business development and proposal preparation
- Contribute to strategic planning and team growth
- Represent Umwelt with clients, regulators and stakeholders
- Drive high-quality environmental outcomes on major projects

About You

We’re interested in speaking with experienced ecologists who bring a combination of technical expertise, project delivery skills and a passion for achieving positive environmental outcomes.

You will have:

- Extensive experience in ecological consulting and project delivery
- Expertise in either botany or zoology
- Proven experience managing complex projects and client relationships
- A degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, Botany, Zoology or a related discipline
- Exceptional technical report writing and review skills
- Experience mentoring and developing junior and senior ecologist
- Commercial awareness and business development experience
- Strong knowledge of Western Australian environmental legislation and approval processes
- A proactive and collaborative approach to problem solving
- Willingness to travel and undertake fieldwork when required

Join the Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, .



Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

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.

Diversity and Inclusion is Valued and Supported

At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where team members from all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging and mutual respect. Our team are privileged to work closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for all of our advertised roles. We’re also actively transitioning to the next stage of our RAP journey (from Reflect to Innovate).

Fostering a diverse and inclusive environment isn’t only about enriching our workplace culture. It 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.

A Focus on Your Career Pathway

Your growth and professional development is greatly valued by the Umwelt team. We strive to be a preferred employer that attracts and retains our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive training programs, ongoing career development opportunities, and a functioning mentorship system to help you flourish in your chosen field, wherever you’re at in your career.

📌 Principal Ecologists, WA (Perth)
🏢 Umwelt
📍 Perth