Senior Botanist at Geosyntec in Perth, Western Australia, AU

Overview

JBS&G, A Geosyntec Company is a leading innovative environmental consultancy, founded in 1996 and now expanding rapidly across Australia. We are knowledgeable and trusted specialists that value innovation which results in exceptional outcomes for our clients.

We’ve played integral roles in diverse projects across Australia, and our services include contamination assessment and remediation, auditing and compliance; environmental assessment and approvals; hygiene and hazardous materials; environmental due diligence and liability; fire management; ecological services and stakeholder and risk management. With a team of over 300 experts, offices across Australia, and a strong reputation for innovation and quality, our standing in the industry is a testament to our commitment to excellence in every project we undertake.

We are seeking an experienced Botanist to play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality, trusted advice to clients across mining, oil & gas, land development and renewable energy. Contributing to a diverse portfolio of ecological projects spanning multiple industry sectors and botanical regions, you’ll get to apply your expertise where it matters most.

This role has a strong field-focus, offering the opportunity to work in some of Western Australia’s most remote and spectacular environments. When office-based, you’ll be located in the heart of the Perth CBD, working alongside a collaborative team of 60 environmental scientists. We offer diverse, challenging projects and genuine opportunities for ongoing professional development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Designing, managing and leading botanical field surveys.
• Conducting ecological assessments and monitoring programs.
• Preparing ecological reports and providing technical advice and input on impact assessments.
• Engaging with Agencies and stakeholders.
• Managing client relationships, projects, budgets and timelines.
• Guiding and mentoring team members.
• Developing and improving standards and procedures to fit best practice.
• Assisting with strategic solutions and business development.

Education and Licensure

• Tertiary qualification (botany, environmental biology or equivalent).
• 5 years + experience undertaking botanical and ecological assessments in WA.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• A passion for, ability and willingness to do fieldwork, sometimes in remote locations away from Perth.
• Experience in survey design, leading of botanical surveys and project delivery.
• Excellent and accurate reporting writing skills.
• Experience in key legislation and Western Australian EPA guidelines (e.g. EPBC Act, EP Act WA, BC Act WA and administering agency guidelines)
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• GIS skills/experience highly desirable.
• Self-motivation and lots of enthusiasm.
• Holder of a current WA ‘C’ Class Driver’s License.