BAM Accredited Ecologist - Managing/Principal Consultant at ERM

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Environmental Consulting, Biodiversity Impact Assessments, Management Plans, Federal Regulations, NSW Regulations, BAM Accreditation, Flora Identification, GIS, Biodiversity Offsets, Leadership, Collaboration

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Are you ready to make a tangible impact on the environment while advancing your career in a supportive and dynamic team? At ERM, the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, we’re seeking experienced ecologists to drive groundbreaking projects that shape the future of our planet. About the Role: As a Managing or Principal Consultant in our Newcastle or Sydney Ecology team, you’ll spearhead innovative biodiversity impact assessments and approvals for high-profile projects in the renewables, resources, government, and planning sectors. This is your chance to: Lead and inspire a diverse team of ecologists across Australia. Tackle complex ecological challenges with a multidisciplinary impact assessment team. Collaborate with clients, regulators, and communities to deliver sustainable solutions. From field surveys to shaping biodiversity offset strategies, your work will leave a lasting legacy on Australia’s environment. What’s in It for You? At ERM, we don’t just offer a job — we provide a career built on meaningful work, continuous growth, and a commitment to your well-being. Here’s what you can expect: Career Progression: Work alongside industry-leading experts and benefit from structured career development, mentoring, and external training opportunities. Competitive Rewards: Enjoy discretionary bonuses, fieldwork allowances, and paid memberships to professional organisations. Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of flexible working arrangements, paid quarterly wellness days, and additional leave options tailored to your lifestyle. Global Opportunities: Engage in projects that span local, interstate, and international borders while contributing to ERM’s mission of sustainability. Comprehensive Support: Access Employee Assistance Programs, physical and mental wellness support, and exclusive retail discounts. If you bring the following, we'd love to hear from you: A proven track record in environmental consulting Expertise in biodiversity impact assessments and management plans. Strong understanding of federal and NSW environmental regulations, including BAM accreditation. Advanced skills in flora identification, GIS, and biodiversity offsets (highly regarded). Leadership experience and a collaborative mindset. Join ERM and be part of a global team dedicated to creating a sustainable future. Here, your skills and passion for ecology can make a real difference. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status or disability status. Thank you for your interest in ERM. At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world’s leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage Explore All Open Roles Explore Early Careers Roles Explore Experienced Professional Roles Explore Partnership Roles

Responsibilities

As a Managing or Principal Consultant, you will lead biodiversity impact assessments and approvals for high-profile projects. You will also inspire a diverse team and collaborate with clients and communities to deliver sustainable solutions.