Field Ecologist

Umwelt is hiring Field Ecologists for casual or fixed-term roles in Bar Beach, NSW. The position involves fieldwork focused on biodiversity, requiring candidates with relevant qualifications and some experience. The role offers opportunities for professional growth and diverse projects, with a strong emphasis on teamwork and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should be willing to travel for field surveys, particularly in rural areas, and flexible working hours are supported.
• ​Seeking Field Ecologists for casual or fixed-term opportunities ​
• ​Join a team that is skilled, supportive, and expanding​
• ​Umwelt is one of Australia’s largest employee-owned environmental consultancies​

About Umwelt

With over three decades of experience and eight locations nationwide, we are a team of vibrant professionals servicing a range of sectors including renewables, infrastructure, sustainability, defence, regulation and policy, critical minerals, and urban development. We provide fully integrated environmental and social assessment and management services including concept and feasibility, technical assessment, consultation, approvals, delivery, operation, and decommissioning.

About the Opportunity:

Umwelt’s portfolio has more new and exciting projects in the biodiversity sector, which is expanding as NSW moves towards renewable energy and tries to balance development with strategic conservation and offsetting outcomes. This expansion offers exciting prospects for enthusiastic ecologists at any career stage, from early to senior, who want to be part of a team with steady work and incredible project diversity.

We are a growing company with a vision to make a difference, and we are looking for Field Ecologists at all levels who are ready to enhance their ecological consulting career working with our NSW ecology team. We seek candidates who have finished their studies and acquired some experience in conducting ecological field work and who are keen to travel and develop their technical skills in recognising vegetation and flora and surveying for specific species.

This role is mainly field based, targeting surveys in spring and summer 2024/2025 in a range of locations in NSW. Permanent roles may be available following this period, by negotiation.

About You:

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Field Ecologists (early career, senior and principal level) who meet the following criteria:
• A degree/post-graduate qualification in environmental science, botany, zoology environmental science (or similar)
• A strong desire to work flexible hours and travel for ecological fieldwork including possible trips of extended duration (one week or greater) in rural or remote regions
• Experience in undertaking ecological surveys and a demonstrated passion for flora and/or fauna
• Prior experience or knowledge of NSW Plant Community Types will be highly regarded
• Experience in developing and maintaining positive relationships with a range of stakeholders including peers, clients, and government agencies
• Ability to work in a professional team as well as autonomously. Capability to effectively communicate with team members
• Experience in GIS and electronic data capture
• Appreciation of the importance of WHS matters

What We Offer:

Our people are our number one asset, and we are committed to providing a workplace that supports our team to grow. As part of our team, you will be offered:
• Working alongside experienced professionals who support your professional growth and development
• Opportunities to work nationally on diverse, technically challenging projects across various sectors
• Flexible work arrangements to support a work/life balance
• A workplace culture of learning and personal development, with a mix of in-house and externally hosted training opportunities offered as well as mentorship
• Established and well considered wellbeing tools and initiatives and hands-on training
• A competitive salary based on skills and experience

Diversity and Inclusion

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 employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.

The Umwelt team are privileged to collaborate closely with Indigenous communities across the nation, and we actively pursue the goals outlined in our Reconciliation Action Plan. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our workplace culture but 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.

Join the Umwelt Team

If you believe you meet the criteria for this opportunity, please apply via SEEK. Your application should include a cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria and your resume outlining your previous experience.

If you would like additional assistance through the recruitment process, please reach out to our friendly HR team at HRManagement@umwelt.com.au.

To be eligible for this position you must have legal work rights to work in Australia