THE ROLE:

• Lead and grow the emerging, specialist Zoology team
• Lead and contribute to zoological and ecological projects
• Project management and team leadership
• Identifying and pursuing project opportunities
• Study scoping and design
• Leading field surveys, including in remote and exciting locations
• GIS mapping and related spatial data management
• Technical reporting of biological assessments and monitoring; desktop and field results
• Report technical review
• Aid in maintaining and strengthening client relationships
• Collaborate with technical specialists in our Botany and Environmental Assessments and Management teams
• Play a vital role in developing and navigating strategic pathways of the business

TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO DEMONSTRATE:

• Bachelor degree (minimum) in zoology, ecology, biological science, environmental science or equivalent
• 5+ years’ relevant experience (in flora and vegetation assessments, preferably in Western Australia)
• demonstrated familiarity with current Technical Guidance for fauna surveys
• a desire to take on the challenge of shaping an emerging technical team in all aspects, from building the stock of equipment and tools, to recruiting talent and building an enviable client and project base
• the ability to lead and manage teams and projects
• willingness to travel for field assessments, including to remote locations
• experience in the preparation of, or contributions to technical biological assessment reports
• current Western Australian C-class driver’s licence
• proven experience in managing client relationships
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• a proactive attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional results in a team-focused environment
  You must be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent work visa to be considered for this role.