At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Ecology team to deliver impactful environmental assessments and lead innovative projects.
- Company: AECOM, a global leader in infrastructure consulting with a commitment to sustainability.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, additional leave, continuous learning, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in biodiversity and conservation while growing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in ecology or environmental consulting, strong communication skills, and a passion for conservation.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Come grow with us. AECOM’s national Environment structure is creating exciting opportunities to grow our Ecology practice across NSW. As we continue to expand, we’re inviting Expressions of Interest from ecology professionals across Sydney and Newcastle, from Professional through to Director level. Whether you’re building your technical career, stepping into leadership, or already recognised as a market leader, we’d love to connect.
AECOM’s Environment business helps industries, clients and governments meet environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. Across transport, energy, Defence and water sectors, our teams work on projects that preserve biodiversity, improve environmental outcomes and create lasting community value.
AECOM's environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage.
As part of our growing Ecology team, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects and help shape environmental outcomes across NSW.
How you’ll make a difference:
- Delivering ecological assessments and field investigations
- Baseline flora and fauna surveys and biodiversity assessments
- Supporting State Significant Development and Infrastructure projects
- Technical reporting and environmental impact assessment
- Building trusted client relationships and supporting project delivery
- Leading project teams and mentoring emerging ecologists
- Growing capability and contributing to business development
- Driving innovation and improving ecological approaches and tools
The qualities that help you thrive:
- Experience in ecology, environmental consulting or related disciplines
- Knowledge of NSW and Commonwealth environmental legislation
- Experience with biodiversity assessment, approvals and ecological investigations
- Strong collaboration and communication skills
- A passion for biodiversity, conservation and delivering practical environmental outcomes
- Leadership capability or an interest in growing into people leadership opportunities
- Experience with the NSW Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM) and accreditation is highly regarded but not essential across all levels.
Why you’ll love working with us:
- Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
- Purchase up to 6 weeks additional annual leave per year
- Swap public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
- Continuous learning and growth - lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, additional health or mental health needs, and/or neurodiverse conditions. If you require any adjustments during the hiring process, please let us know. Applications are reviewed as they come in, and the role may close earlier than expected, so if this opportunity sounds like you, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
AECOM acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we, our clients and our communities live and work around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. We are committed to connecting to Country in our work through meaningful engagement with First Nations peoples and businesses.
Ecology opportunities - NSW employer: AECOM
At AECOM, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide extensive career development opportunities, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in our mission to deliver a better world while enjoying the benefits of working with a global leader in infrastructure consulting.
