Senior Botanist
Core
Lead ecological assessments, environmental approvals, and conservation planning for projects in New South Wales, Australia.
Role type
Senior Botanist (Ecology Consultant)
Builds
Ecological impact assessments, vegetation mapping, offsets strategies, and technical reports for clients and regulators.
Domain
Environmental consulting, Australian ecosystems, biodiversity conservation
Required skills
Ecological survey design, impact assessment, technical report writing, team leadership, environmental legislation knowledge, project management, stakeholder liaison
Preferred skills
BAM accreditation, expertise in Australian ecosystems, expert evidence presentation
Technologies
GIS, ecological survey tools
Responsibilities
Design and lead delivery of ecological survey programs and impact assessments; Prepare high-quality technical reports including vegetation mapping and offsets advice; Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver complex projects; Provide expert advice on NSW and Commonwealth biodiversity legislation; Support junior staff in fieldwork and data analysis; Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders; Prepare project proposals and tender submissions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC