CareerPlan

Senior Ecologist – Sydney

North Sydney, New South WalesFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22

Core

Senior ecologist conducting ecological surveys, assessments, and reporting for development and biodiversity offsetting projects in NSW, Australia.

Role type

Senior IC ecologist (field work & assessment)

Builds

Biodiversity assessments and offsetting reports for renewable energy, infrastructure, and resource sectors

Domain

Environmental consulting / Ecology / Biodiversity

Required skills

Ecological survey planning and execution, Terrestrial flora and fauna surveying, Project management for medium/large-scale development, Stakeholder relationship management, Ecological and spatial data collection and interpretation, Report writing and review

Preferred skills

Accreditation under NSW Biodiversity Offset Scheme, Experience coordinating field teams

Technologies

GIS / Spatial data tools

Responsibilities

Conduct field ecological surveys, Plan and coordinate field teams, Develop biodiversity assessments and offsetting reports, Manage medium to large-scale development projects, Interpret ecological and spatial data, Maintain relationships with clients and government agencies

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC