Senior Botanist

Gather Recruitment ·www.gatherrecruitment.com.au

Location Perth, Western Australia, Australia
Salary AUD 140,000 - 180,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Senior
Source Shazamme
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Gather are currently working with one of Perth’s leading multi-disciplinary consultancies who provide a range of environmental services to clients across a variety of sectors including Mining and Resources, Infrastructure and Land Development.

They are well established in Western Australia, have won many awards and have a strong pipeline of repeat business gained from consistently delivering high quality work to their clients.

They have a relaxed, friendly and professional working culture which is very important to them.

The company is looking to appoint a Principal Ecologist help to grow the business moving forward. The role will work collaboratively with the Directors and other Principals. 

The key purpose of this role is to provide technical ecology services to established and new clients in Western Australia including Mining, Government, Infrastructure and Energy.

This is an all-round role which includes variety of tasks such as; writing proposals and doing business development, technical report writing and reviewing, project management, limited field work, mentoring junior team members, servicing key clients and working collaboratively with other teams in the company.

The ‘Ideal’ candidate will have:
 
  • A Tertiary degree in ecology, conservation biology, environmental science or similar
  • Around 10 – 15+ years’ experience including previous environmental consultancy experience
  • Previous relevant technical experience in ecology
  • Understanding of relevant WA and Commonwealth legislation and guidelines
  • Understanding of licencing requirements
  • Strong technical report writing / reviewing and project management skills
  • The desire and ability to mentor and support junior team members
  • The desire and ability to undertake limited field work 
  • Good emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills including a positive attitude and the ability to fit in well with a team of friendly professionals.

What’s in it for you?
 
  • Secure future with well-established, stable, company
  • Friendly, professional working environment and great team culture
  • Competitive salary available as well as TIL for fieldwork 
  • Time in Lieu offered for every hour worked over ordinary hours 
  • Fantastic location near restaurants, public transport and great coffee!
  • Flexibility with hours to fit in personal commitments (school drop offs etc) 
  • Social events and lunches
  • Phone allowance of $1,000/year
  • Annual PPE/field gear allowance
  • Family friendly company and working from home arrangements available
  • Birthday leave
  • Collaborative environment 
  • Paid professional memberships
  • Continuing Professional Development policy
  • Gender equitable working environment
  • Good admin support to help with mobilisation / onboarding 
  • Access to company EAP program. 

This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and supportive company that values their staff and has exciting plans for the future.

We value every application and handle your CV with respect. Your details will never be shared without your prior consent, ensuring complete confidentiality throughout the application process.

To apply, please click on the 'Apply' button or forward your resume (preferably in Microsoft Word format) to careers@gatherrecruitment.com.au  or for more details contact us on (08) 9288 1707 and we will be happy to help

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Who is hiring for the Senior Botanist role?
Gather Recruitment is hiring for the Senior Botanist position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Senior Botanist job located?
The Senior Botanist role with Gather Recruitment is based in Perth, WA, AU.
What does the Senior Botanist role pay?
Gather Recruitment lists the Senior Botanist role at AUD 140,000–180,000 per year.
Is the Senior Botanist role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Gather Recruitment.
What experience level is the Senior Botanist role?
The Senior Botanist position is aimed at senior-level candidates.
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