VIC Ecology Lead
Core
Senior leadership role to champion and deliver ecological and biodiversity assessments, embed ecological outcomes into multidisciplinary projects, and build Victorian ecology capability for Energy, Water, and Defence sectors.
Role type
Senior IC ecology technical lead (strategic & client leadership)
Builds
Biodiversity-focused project deliverables, ecological safeguarding strategies, and market presence in Victoria
Domain
Environmental consulting, ecology, energy transition, water security, defence
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Ecological assessment, biodiversity strategy, team leadership, commercial acumen, stakeholder management, bid strategy, technical oversight, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Expert witness experience, Chartership with Engineers Australia, cross-Tasman collaboration
Technologies
Ecological assessment tools, biodiversity templates, project management frameworks
Responsibilities
Lead account planning and pursuit strategies for Energy, Water, and Defence sectors; mentor and develop ecologists and environmental practitioners; build cross-Tasman collaboration with New Zealand team; develop discipline tools and training for consistent delivery; advise on ecological safeguarding and best practice outcomes; set best practice ecological outcomes aligned with national/international standards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic leadership