Principal Ecologist Consultant

Principal Ecologist - Perth

Our ecology team is growing and ERM is recruiting for a Principal Ecologist to join our high performing national team. This is an excellent opportunity based in our Perth office, to lead ecological assessments to support large-scale capital development projects, including for mining, oil and gas, renewables, and infrastructure sector clients.

As Senior / Principal Ecologist, you will contribute your leadership, client relationship, and technical consulting skills to support the delivery of projects for ERM's business.

We have a diverse client base, and your projects will encompass the full project life cycle, including impact assessments, BAM assessments, biodiversity stewardship site assessments, biodiversity certification assessments, EPBC referrals, and strategic advisory.

As ERM is the leading provider of ecological services to the renewable energy sector, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our multi-disciplinary teams to deliver best practice across this rapidly evolving sector.

Role Responsibilities :

• Delivering biodiversity values and constraints assessments, rehabilitation monitoring, biodiversity surveys, impact and offset assessments and ecological management plans- Conducting environmental analyses and mapping, research, and field surveys- Preparation of Biodiversity Stewardship Agreements- Provision of advice on the relevant regulatory framework and project approval pathway- Writing technical environmental reports, proposals, and tenders- Planning and managing projects with a range of complexity and scale- Undertake technical reviews- Building relationships with clients while actively pursuing new business opportunities- Mentoring junior staff and assisting with their professional development

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