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BOTANISTS

Undertake flora and vegetation surveys across WA’s most iconic landscapes and help shape major resource, renewable energy and infrastructure projects.

★ ABOUT ECOLOGIA ★

Ecologia Environment is one of Western Australia’s longest established environmental consultancies, having operated continuously since 1989. We provide high-quality biological survey and environmental assessment services across WA’s most significant and diverse landscapes, from the Pilbara and Kimberley regions to the floristically rich Southwest, Wheatbelt, Mid West and Perth Metropolitan Area.

Our multidisciplinary team of zoologists, botanists, ecologists and environmental scientists is respected for scientific rigour, practical problem-solving and a genuine commitment to positive environmental outcomes. Demand for high-quality flora and vegetation assessment is growing across Western Australia. We are expanding our team and are seeking botanists at a range of experience levels, from early-career professionals with one to two years’ experience through to senior botanists ready to lead projects and mentor others.

★ THE ROLE AND YOUR PATHWAY ★

This position is open to botanists with a minimum of one year’s consulting (or related) experience. Your title, responsibilities and remuneration will be set according to your experience and demonstrated capability, and every appointment comes with a clear pathway to progress.

Botanist (Level 1–2) — relevant field experience: field-based flora and vegetation survey delivery, plant identification, data management and technical report contribution, with structured mentoring. Indicative remuneration $80,000–$100,000++.

Senior Botanist — 5+ years’ experience: leading flora and vegetation surveys and projects, preparing and reviewing technical reports, client liaison and mentoring junior staff. Indicative remuneration $105,000–$125,000++.

★ THE WORK ★

Ecologia’s project portfolio spans the geographic extent of Western Australia, encompassing pre-development baseline flora and vegetation surveys, detailed and targeted surveys, threatened and priority flora assessments, vegetation condition and mapping assessments, rehabilitation monitoring and long-term flora monitoring programs.

All appointments will involve

- Participating in reconnaissance, detailed and targeted flora and vegetation surveys across Western Australia, including systematic vegetation quadrat-based sampling and relevé-based assessments.
- Identifying flora in the field, including threatened and priority flora, and assisting with the collection, processing and identification of specimens where required.
- Describing and assessing vegetation types, vegetation condition, disturbance factors and the presence of weeds and other environmental values.




- Contributing to the preparation of technical reports, including flora and vegetation assessment reports, to relevant EPA and State and Commonwealth regulatory guidance.
- Managing, entering and analysing field data, preparing maps and undertaking GIS analysis using ArcGIS and/or QGIS.
- Working collaboratively with zoologists, botanists and project managers on multidisciplinary environmental assessment projects.

Senior appointments will also:
- Lead reconnaissance, detailed and targeted flora and vegetation surveys from project scoping and field program design through to final report delivery.
- Plan and undertake targeted surveys for Threatened and Priority flora, including the application of appropriate survey methods and timing.
- Review technical reports and provide expert advice on flora, vegetation and biodiversity matters relevant to State and Commonwealth environmental approvals.
- Mentor and supervise junior botanists, including providing technical guidance and field leadership.
- Contribute to project management, budgets, scheduling, resource allocation and client liaison.
- Support business development through technical proposals, scope development and client relationships.

★ PROJECT EXPOSURE ACROSS WESTERN AUSTRALIA ★ Ecologia has completed more than 2,000 ecological projects since 1989. Our botanists contribute to projects across a broad range of environments and sectors:

- ⛏ Resource sector baseline flora and vegetation surveys, targeted flora assessments, vegetation mapping and monitoring for iron ore, lithium, bauxite and gold projects.
- ? Renewables Projects flora and vegetation assessments supporting wind, solar and other renewable energy developments, including infrastructure corridors and associated approvals.
- ? Southwest Biodiversity Hotspot detailed and targeted surveys in floristically diverse landscapes, including assessments for Threatened and Priority flora and significant vegetation communities.
- ? Coastal & Infrastructure Corridors: Flora and vegetation assessments for ports, transmission lines, roads, pipelines and other linear infrastructure.
- ? Urban & land development baseline and detailed flora and vegetation assessments for subdivision, industrial and other land development projects.
- ⚡ Mine Rehabilitation Monitoring: Long-term vegetation monitoring programs assessing rehabilitation performance, vegetation condition and ecosystem recovery.





★ SELECTION CRITERIA ★

- Tertiary qualifications in Botany, Environmental Science, Ecology or a related discipline.
- Relevant field experience, with consulting experience in Western Australia preferred. Senior appointments require five or more years’ relevant consulting experience.
- Demonstrated field experience in flora and vegetation surveys; senior appointments require demonstrated experience designing and leading survey programs.
- Sound plant identification skills, including the ability to identify Western Australian flora, or a explicit commitment to developing these skills.
- Clear and accurate technical writing skills; senior appointments require experience preparing and reviewing flora and vegetation reports for regulatory submission.
- Working knowledge of the Environmental Protection Act 1986 (WA), EPBC Act and relevant flora and vegetation survey and assessment guidance, or a willingness to learn.
- Competency in ArcGIS and/or QGIS, including spatial data management and map preparation, or a willingness to develop these skills.
- Current C Class driver’s licence and willingness to undertake regional and remote fieldwork.
- Commitment to rigorous, evidence-based environmental assessment and sound botanical practice.

The following will be viewed favourably:
- Experience undertaking targeted surveys for Threatened and Priority flora, including survey planning and appropriate survey methods.
- Experience with vegetation mapping, vegetation condition assessment, quadrat-based sampling, data analysis or rehabilitation monitoring.
- Knowledge of Western Australian flora, taxonomy, conservation significant flora and ecological communities; current or developing membership of EIANZ or another relevant professional body.

★ WHAT ECOLOGIA OFFERS ★

- Competitive remuneration of $80,000–$125,000 plus 12% superannuation, set according to experience and level.
- Time off in lieu (TOIL) for field work.
- Remote site allowances.
- Annual performance bonus.
- Annual wellness allowance.
- Fortnightly in-office massage sessions.
- Payment of EIANZ and/or ECA membership fees.
- Professional development budget.
- Structured mentoring from experienced botanists, ecologists and principals.
- Diverse project exposure across Western Australia.
- Defined career pathway from Botanist (Level 1–2) through Senior Botanist to Principal Botanist and senior leadership.

★ HOW TO APPLY ★ Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. Prospective applicants are encouraged to apply without delay.

Please submit a current curriculum vitae and a covering letter addressing your suitability for the role.

Ecologia Environment is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds.

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