Ecologist

• Newcastle-based permanent opportunity
• Varied fieldwork and technical reporting
• Strong pipeline of major NSW projects

We’re partnering with an established organisation to recruit an Ecologist to join its Newcastle-based environmental team.

This is a broad ecology role offering a good balance of fieldwork, technical assessment, reporting and project delivery across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout Newcastle, the Hunter and broader NSW.

The role would suit an experienced Ecologist who enjoys being involved across the full lifecycle of a project – from early desktop assessment and field investigations through to biodiversity assessment, approvals, reporting and ongoing environmental management.

You’ll work alongside experienced environmental professionals and multidisciplinary project teams, with exposure to infrastructure, development, resources, renewables and other major project environments.

The Opportunity
This role will see you contribute to ecological assessments across a variety of project types, undertaking field surveys, analysing ecological data and preparing clear, technically robust advice for clients and project teams.

Depending on your level of experience, there will also be scope to take greater ownership of projects, manage client relationships, contribute to proposals and mentor more junior team members.

The position offers plenty of variety, with a combination of office-based technical work and fieldwork across NSW.

Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities may include:

• Undertaking flora, fauna and habitat surveys across a range of project environments
• Completing desktop ecological assessments and reviewing relevant biodiversity databases and mapping
• Identifying vegetation communities, Plant Community Types and threatened ecological communities
• Assessing potential habitat for threatened flora and fauna species
• Undertaking targeted threatened species surveys in accordance with relevant NSW guidelines
• Preparing ecological constraints assessments, biodiversity assessments and technical reports
• Contributing to Biodiversity Assessment Method and BDAR projects, depending on experience and accreditation
• Providing ecological input into environmental assessments, planning approvals and major project documentation
• Analysing and interpreting field data and developing practical recommendations
• Developing avoidance, mitigation, monitoring and management measures
• Supporting environmental management and ecological monitoring programs
• Liaising with clients, project managers, planners, engineers and other technical specialists
• Assisting with fieldwork planning, project scoping, budgets and delivery timeframes
• Managing multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a high standard of technical quality
• Contributing to proposals, tenders and broader business development activities where appropriate

About You
We’re looking for someone with a strong grounding in ecology who can combine technical capability with practical project delivery.

Ideally, you will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology or a related discipline
• Professional experience undertaking ecological surveys and assessments, ideally within NSW
• Strong flora and/or fauna identification skills
• Experience preparing ecological assessments and technical reports
• Knowledge of NSW biodiversity and environmental legislation and approval processes
• Familiarity with the NSW Biodiversity Assessment Method and Biodiversity Offsets Scheme
• Experience working with BioNet, GIS and other ecological databases or mapping tools
• Strong technical writing skills and attention to detail
• The ability to communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong organisation and project management skills
• The ability to work independently in the field as well as collaboratively within a broader team
• A current Australian driver’s licence and willingness to undertake regional fieldwork as required

Experience across major infrastructure, development, resources or renewable energy projects would also be advantageous.

Why Consider This Opportunity?
This is a strong opportunity to join an established environmental team with a good pipeline of work across Newcastle, the Hunter and broader NSW.

You’ll have exposure to a diverse range of projects and the opportunity to continue developing your technical ecology capability while also building broader experience across project delivery, client management and environmental approvals.

For someone wanting to progress their career locally, there is scope to take on increasing responsibility over time and develop towards more senior technical, project management or team leadership opportunities.

The organisation offers a collaborative working environment and is looking for someone who can provide high-quality ecological advice while also understanding the practical requirements of project delivery.

The role is based in Newcastle, with regional travel and fieldwork required depending on project needs.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please call Liz Folpp - lf@asr.com.au/0435 846 069, or Jessica Wagstaff - jw@asr.com.au/0423 462 083.
At ASR Recruitment we are dedicated to fostering inclusive and diverse workplaces for our clients. We value the unique perspectives, experiences, and contributions that individuals from all backgrounds bring to a team. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals identifying as LGBTQIA+, women, people of all ages, those living with disabilities, and individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse communities. Diversity strengthens organisations, and we are proud to support our clients in building teams that reflect and celebrate this.
Reference number: 1476043
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Company: ASR Recruitment
Date posted: 28th Aug, 2026