Principal Ecologist (Zoologist), WA (Perth)

Amplify Your Career with Umwelt Join us and make a positive impact for our clients, our people, and the world around us – working on diverse and interesting projects that matter. Whether you’re a recent graduate just starting out in your career, or an experienced professional looking for new opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Joining our team means working with people who care deeply about what they do and why they do it. You’ll learn from their experience and insights, while contributing your own unique perspective and skills to our projects. We Invest In You We seek to work with people who are energetic and passionate. In return, we’ll offer you opportunities to build your career in a business that is respectful and encouraging. Our people are our number one asset, and we are dedicated to creating a workplace that supports you. In addition to offering competitive salaries, you’ll be rewarded with a range of additional benefits We’d love to hear from you. If you would like to send us an expression of interest, if you need assistance with an application or if you’d like to organise a confidential discussion with one of our friendly Recruitment Specialists, simply contact us on Principal Ecologist (Zoologist), WA Location: Perth Our Perth office is seeking an experienced Principal Ecologist to provide technical leadership across fauna projects. About the Role As a Principal Ecologist specialising in Zoology, you will play a pivotal leadership role within our national ecology team, providing technical expertise, strategic guidance and mentoring to support the delivery of high quality environmental outcomes for our clients. You will be responsible for the delivery of field survey programs, often on logistically complex and remote sites, and the preparation of high-quality deliverables. Your role will also involve cultivating client relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and contributing to the growth and success of our consultancy firm. You will be willing to play a key role in the development and implementation of the growth strategy for the ecology workstream in WA. Key Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Expertise
- Lead and review complex ecological assessments, including biodiversity impact assessments, ecological surveys, and management plans ·Provide expert advice on state and environmental legislation
- Act as a technical authority, ensuring high standards of scientific rigour, compliance and reporting quality
- Support innovative and best-practice ecological approaches across projects Project & Client Management
- Lead and oversee multiple projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and within budget
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted technical advisor
- Contribute to proposal development, tendering, and project scoping
- Identify opportunities to expand services and support business growth People Leadership & Mentoring
- Mentor and support junior and mid-level ecologists, fostering technical development and career progression
- Provide guidance, coaching and technical review to support team capability
- Contribute to workforce planning, resourcing and team development initiatives
- Promote a positive, inclusive and collaborative team culture The position suits a highly experienced ecologist who enjoys balancing hands-on technical work with leadership, collaboration and strategic thinking. About You:
- 10+ years of relevant ecological experience
- Degree qualified in ecology, environmental science, zoology, botany or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in managing medium and large scale ecological assessment and management projects
- Strong understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and ecological policies and guidance
- Strong verbal and written communication skills including experience in preparing and reviewing reports. Willingness to take responsibility for delivery of reports to final quality
- Provide guidance and mentorship to colleagues, leveraging emotional intelligence and pragmatic attitudes Join the Team If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, . Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience. To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia. Diversity and Inclusion is Valued and Supported At Umwelt, we are committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re all responsible in creating a diverse, inclusive, and accountable culture where team members from all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging and mutual respect. Our team are privileged to work closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for all of our advertised roles. We’re also actively transitioning to the next stage of our RAP journey (from Reflect to Innovate). Fostering a diverse and inclusive environment isn’t only about enriching our workplace culture. It also drives innovation and excellence in all that we do. Join us in our mission to create a supportive and equitable workplace where everyone’s unique perspectives and contributions are valued. A Focus on Your Career Pathway Your growth and professional development is greatly valued by the Umwelt team. We strive to be a preferred employer that attracts and retains our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive training programs, ongoing career development opportunities, and a functioning mentorship system to help you flourish in your chosen field, wherever you’re at in your career. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rm7u9