Associate Ecologist (Brisbane)

About Us At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. A Day in the Life Formally known as Epic Environmental, the Australian arm of Onterris has kept the strong culture we are well known for. The team continues to work closely with clients, building trusted relationships and delivering high-quality outcomes without an overemphasis on KPIs. Our teams have the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders, auditors, and professionals with vast experience within our industry, while enjoying regular social events and collaborative work that bring the team together. Onterris also supports career development through relevant internal opportunities and individual one-on-one career conversations focused on growth and progression. We are seeking an Associate Ecologist to join our Ecology team, working out of our thriving Brisbane office. This role is offered as a parental leave cover, with the potential for ongoing employment following the incumbent’s return, and will see you responsible for a full range of activities including:
- Successfully managing projects that are within budget and delivered on time
- Representing clients and facilitating external meetings
- Delivering well written reports
- Mentoring junior team members
- Presenting and/or attending seminars, conferences and workshops Your Expertise and Skills These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.
- 10+ years relevant consulting experience in planning and delivering ecological studies for the resources and infrastructure sectors of Queensland
- Tertiary qualification from a recognised institute in Ecology/ Environmental Science/ Environmental Management or similar disciplines
- In depth understanding of relevant statutory requirements including under the EP Act (QLD), Offsets Act (QLD, VM Act (QLD), NC Act (QLD, and EPBC Act (Cth) Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit . We are an equal chance employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rrr3u