Ecologist

at  Kleinfelder Australia Inc

Job Description:

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a talented and ambitious ecologist who desires to advance their career with a global environmental consultancy. Applicants will be highly regarded if they have an in-depth knowledge and practical application of National and State Regulations and Guidelines and their application to ecological assessments. Awareness and practical application of the NSW Biodiversity Offset Scheme (BOS) and the Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM 2020) through fieldwork and reporting is preferred, with a strong desire to be working towards BAM accreditation, mentored by our existing team of BAM accredited ecologists.

Desired Education, Experience and Skills:

• A relevant degree in environmental science (ecology) natural resource management or a related discipline. A higher degree will be considered favourably. However, suitably experienced applicants who are working towards a relevant degree will also be considered.
• Minimum 4 years’ of experience in the environmental consulting industry.
• Well-developed Flora and Fauna identification skills.
• Experience undertaking BAM vegetation integrity plots including the ability to use identifications keys and knowledge of local flora species.
• Experience of performing threatened species surveys.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of a variety of ecology projects, with a strong emphasis on vegetation assessment and rehabilitation monitoring across a range of market sectors for both public and private clients.
• Industry recognition through certification, accreditation and/or active participation in related industry associations.

WHAT KLEINFELDER CAN OFFER

As well as an excellent career development pathway, Kleinfelder offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being; these include but are not limited to:

• Formal mentoring program to connect with our BAM accredited ecologist,
• Highly competitive salaries and benefits, such as:
• Paid Parental Leave,
• Option to purchase extra 10 days of annual leave per year,
• Friendly and supportive team environment,
• Flexible work arrangements available (e.g., hybrid working),
• Paid overtime, (as per the Kleinfelder Overtime Policy),
• Access to our health and wellness initiatives (e.g., Employee Assistance Program),
• Professional career and technical development programs incl, study assistance with external and internal learning,
• Opportunities to participate Corporate Social Responsibilities (volunteering, charity community support)
• Service recognition and reward programs including bonuses,
• Professional membership support.

Kleinfelder prides itself with being an equal opportunity employer where we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to be part of our organisation and apply.
If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, and require any further information, please email our HR team: HR_SupportAU@kleinfelder.com.
To be eligible for this position you must have unrestricted legal work rights to work in Australia.

Please refer the Job description for details