The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for an experienced flora taxonomist to join our Biological team.
The highly-regarded Biological team includes botanists, zoologists and ecologists who specialise in biological assessments and monitoring.
The role:
- A dedicated focus on the identification of collected Western Australian flora specimens
- Management of the collections and in-house herbarium/laboratory space and reference materials
- Co-ordination of sub-consultant taxonomists
- Broader contributions to botanical and ecological projects, optionally including:
o Project management
o Study planning
o Field HSE planning
o Field surveys, including in remote and exciting locations
o Data management
o Floristic and statistical analysis
o GIS mapping
o Technical reporting of biological assessments and monitoring desktop and field results
o Report technical review
About You
To be considered for this role, you will be able to demonstrate:
- Bachelor degree (minimum) in botany, ecology, biological science, environmental science or equivalent
- 2+ years’ relevant experience (in flora identifications, preferably in Western Australia)
- current Western Australian C-class driver’s licence
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- a proactive attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional results in a team-focused environment
You must be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent work visa to be considered for this role.
What we offer
FVC is a ‘great place to be’, and staff enjoy:
- Competitive salary packages based on experience
- Reward and recognition that goes well-beyond salary, including an established Employee Benefit Package
- Opportunities to work on impactful projects
- An outstanding, collaborative and supportive workplace culture, dedicated to quality, integrity and fun!
- Professional development and career progression pathways