PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Position includes both office and field work and the applicant must be physically able to stand and work in the field including in remote areas for extended periods of time.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science and/or Ecology
  Primary Location : Australia-Queensland-Fortitude Valley
  Other Locations : Australia-Queensland-Maroochydore, Australia-Queensland-Carrara
  Organization : BC-3045 EnvSvcs-AU Australia
  Employee Status : Regular
  Job Level : Individual Contributor
  Travel : No
  Schedule : Full-time
  Job Posting : Jun 8, 2025, 9:51:48 PM
  Req ID: 250002B5
  Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are currently seeking a Senior level Ecologist to take a role in supporting the Ecology practice across the Queensland region. You will benefit from being part of a national Ecology and Environmental Services team that has industry experts across Terrestrial, Marine and Aquatic Ecology and a range of exciting projects across the Asia Pacific Region.
The role can be based in either our Brisbane, Gold Coast or Sunshine Coast offices. We offer flexible work arrangements such as work from home, staggered hours and other flexibility options. You will be empowered to grow and build your reputation as an industry leader through conference presentations, professional memberships and mentoring up and coming Ecologists. Our supportive work environment allows you to tailor your career path ensuring planned investment into your training and development as well as access to long term career opportunities.

DAY TO DAY TASKS WOULD INVOLVE:

• Delivery of technical reports for clients and participating in proposal and tender production
• Establish and drive a culture of efficient and effective delivery of all projects within Ecology
• End-to-end management and delivery of projects, taking accountability for overall time, cost, and quality of delivery
• Building and maintaining client relationships on allocated projects and new opportunities
• Promote a culture of high performance, delivery and continuous improvement and mentor and coach more junior team members
• Support the Team Leader and others across the company on business development opportunities and pursuits
• Provide input to strategic planning and implementation of initiatives within the business unit

TO BE SUCCESSFUL FOR THIS ROLE YOU’LL NEED:

• Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science and/or Ecology
• Minimum of 5 years’ post graduate Ecology experience, ideally within a consulting, construction, or regulatory environment
• Being a ‘suitably qualified person’ for protected plant surveys is highly regarded
• Thorough knowledge of relevant standards and legislation applicable to Queensland
• Knowledge and skills in fauna identification, and survey methodologies highly regarded
• Knowledge and skills in aquatic environments highly regarded
• Ability to lead and manage projects and teams to ensure work output is delivered on time and to budget
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, broad communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and encourage collaboration
• Commitment to self-improvement and continuing professional development
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to seek out new business development opportunities