Job Description

There’s no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we’re committed to helping you do exactly that.

Become part of our global network of skilled scientists, planners, environmental specialists and engineers, all working together to leave this world better than we found it.

Who are we looking for?

Our Agriculture, Ecology, and Natural Sciences team works in partnership with clients from both the private and public sectors to provide innovative ecological solutions for conservation and infrastructure projects in NSW and beyond.

We are currently seeking a passionate senior ecologist to lead impactful projects and support the development of our team’s capability.

Working in a team of passionate ecologists, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Providing technical leadership, client management, and project delivery for conservation and the ecological components of multidisciplinary projects across New South Wales and nationally.
• Field-based botanical survey work, including vegetation mapping, ecological monitoring, targeted threatened flora and fauna surveys, and vegetation integrity plots using the Biodiversity Assessment Method
• Preparing proposals and technical reports for public and private sector clients, while seeking out new project opportunities and converting leads into projects.
• Assisting with business planning and making strategic decisions for the group’s development, while build capability through mentoring and developing junior team members.
• Collaborating with GHD staff from a range of disciplines including Environmental Planners, Cultural Heritage Advisors, Spatial scientists, Hydrogeologists, Engineers, Project Managers etc.
• Growing our team’s technical capability through mentoring and conducting technical reviews

What you will bring to the team

• 10 or more years of professional experience in a consulting environment, with tertiary qualifications in botany, ecology, or a related discipline.
• Biodiversity Assessment Method accreditation and well-developed skills in the preparation of technical reports including BDARs, BCARs, BSSARs, Referrals, management plans and other reports
• Expert experience conducting vegetation and/or fauna surveys in NSW and strong botanical identification skills, including experience using dissecting microscopes and identification keys
• Strong understanding of national and state environmental legislation and policy (e.g. BC Act, EPBC Act, EP&A Act) and experience liaising with clients and approval authorities on complex projects
• Willingness to work with a cohort of senior ecologists to guide and support junior team members
• A current full NSW driver’s license and willingness to travel and work in remote areas

We’re open to discussing full time or part time options. Location can be Sydney or any of our NSW regional / ACT offices.

Interested? Apply now with your CV and a cover letter.
Contact:
Paul Inglis 03 8687 8619

GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities.

GHD embraces a range of flexible work practices to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where our people can thrive.

Please note GHD offices will be closed from Thursday 25 December 2025 and reopening on Monday 12 January 2026. We will update you on your application progress as quickly as possible after this time.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

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