The Opportunity
We have an opportunity for a Senior to Principal level Botanist to join our Biological team.
The highly-regarded Biological team includes botanists, zoologists and ecologists who specialise in biological assessments and monitoring.
The role:
- Lead and contribute to botanical and ecological projects
- Study scoping and design
- Leading field surveys, including in remote and exciting locations
- Vegetation/GIS mapping and related spatial data management
- Technical reporting of biological assessments and monitoring; desktop and field results
- Report technical review
- Aid in maintaining and strengthening client relationships
- Collaborate with technical specialists in our Environmental Assessments and Management team
- Play a vital role in developing and navigating strategic pathways of the business
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
- 5+ years’ relevant experience (in flora and vegetation assessments, preferably in Western Australia)
- demonstrated familiarity with current Technical Guidance for flora and vegetation surveys
- willingness to travel for field assessments, including to remote locations
- experience in the preparation of, or contributions to technical biological assessment reports
- the ability to lead and manage teams and projects
- current Western Australian C-class driver’s licence
- proven experience in managing client relationships
- 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