Senior Zoologist

GHD’s WA Environment business has an opportunity for a Senior Zoologist to join our Ecology team in Perth.

Our Environment business has maintained strong growth in recent years and is currently one of the largest groups in WA, being a leader in impact assessment and approvals, terrestrial ecology, marine, air and noise assessments services.

Our ecologists, environmental scientists and technical professionals deliver a range of innovative services associated with the natural and aquatic environments. Our solutions create lasting community benefit including safer drinking water, improved natural resource management and the protection of ecosystems for biodiversity and community wellbeing.  

Join us as we strive to ensure a sustainable future for our communities and the world we live in. 

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Leading ecological assessments and surveys in WA.
• Ensuring compliance with Western Australian legislation and regulatory frameworks relevant to biodiversity conservation and environmental impact.
• Leading and participating in fieldwork, data collection, and analysis related to grasslands and other ecosystems.
• Developing and implementing monitoring programs to assess the impact of development projects on local wildlife.
• Providing scientific expertise and guidance on ecological best practices to clients and project teams.
• Coaching and mentoring junior staff, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Preparation of proposals and technical reports for public and private sector clients

What would you bring to the team?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science with a Zoology, Ecology or Environmental Science major
• Extensive experience (minimum 10 years) that includes ecological consulting
• In-depth knowledge of Western Australian legislation and regulatory requirements related to biodiversity and environmental conservation.
• Proven track record in managing and delivering complex projects
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.
• A current full driver’s license

Relocation to WA from within Australia will be considered.

Ph +61 8 6222 8631
 

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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