Senior Ecologist – R335 – Brisbane

Are you passionate about botany and creating opportunities for threatened species to thrive and developing solutions to preserve precious ecosystems? 

Want to be part of a truly special team of Ecology specialists and shape the strategic direction of ecology solutions and biodiversity offset policy?

Do you love the challenge of working on ambitious and diverse groundbreaking projects that span diverse industries such as renewables, mining, energy and infrastructure?

At EMM, we talk about purpose, not ‘work’

We’re looking for an experienced ecologist with a passion for botany and leading interesting and diverse projects in Queensland.  

At EMM, we believe that a sustainable future is achievable and we proactively pursue opportunities to help our clients and the community make it a reality. Our dedicated team of environmental professionals are committed to driving positive change through innovation, collaboration and out-of the-box thinking.

We were incredibly proud to be recognised once again this year as the Best Provider of ESG Services: Built & Natural Environment Consulting in the 2026 Client Choice Awards. Unlike many industry awards, the Client Choice Awards are judged solely on client feedback – that’s what makes this recognition so meaningful.

Our experienced team of passionate Ecologists work a diverse range of projects – right now, we’re working on some of the cleanest and greenest renewables projects in the country, creating opportunities for our Ecologists to shape groundbreaking ecology solutions and biodiversity offsets.

Here’s what you can expect and count on in your new role as a Senior Ecologist with EMM:

• You’ll work with leaders and peers who are truly present and invested in your growth
• You’ll be part of a highly experienced Ecology community from day one, who are leading the way in the industry
• Your work will see you leading ecology field surveys, preparing high quality reports and proposals as well as building excellent project management skills, supporting the delivery of significant projects across multiple sectors
• The opportunity to inspire and play a key part in the development journey of our diverse team of Ecologists
• The autonomy and flexibility to work the way that works best for you and the support you need to balance your interests and priorities beyond work
• This is hybrid position that would combine home working with team collaboration days at our Brisbane office
• The role will require field work across the State

Here’s what you’ll bring:

• 7 years plus relevant post graduate experience, preferably gained within an ecological consultancy environment
• Extensive experience with planning and leading ecological field surveys and plant/botany identification skills
• Solid experience undertaking regional ecosystem surveys and BioCondition assessments
• Ability to research, prepare documentation and draw conclusions to support recommendations for review
• A degree in ecology or a related discipline
• Highly developed written and oral communication skills
• The ability to manage multiple projects effectively
• Great relationship skills including the ability to liaise with the team, clients and all relevant stakeholders
• Have a current/valid unrestricted QLD driver’s license

EMM Consulting Pty Limited (EMM) is a leading employee-owned planning and environment consultancy, working throughout Australia and internationally from offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Newcastle, Adelaide, Perth, Melbourne and Canberra.

Our goal is to build a team of EMMers that looks like the world around us — and we want EMMers to stay and grow. As part of our efforts to build an EMM for everyone, we embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and we aim to cultivate a sense of belonging throughout the company. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.

• Please note we can only consider applicants with a legal right to work in Australia
• Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted for this position