Title:

Senior Ecologist

Advertiser:

AREA Environmental & Heritage Consultants Pty Ltd

Location:

Dubbo, NSW (unless negotiated otherwise)

AREA Environmental & Heritage Consultants - where career growth meets real-world impact across Australia's most unique landscapes.

We're looking for a Senior Ecologist to join our Dubbo team and contribute to diverse projects - from conservation initiatives to infrastructure assessments - across regional and remote Australia.

Why AREA?

At AREA, you'll work on projects that matter:

  • Diverse environments - from Cape York's rainforests to the arid heart of NSW and SA.
  • Varied project types - biodiversity surveys, infrastructure development, conservation assessments, environmental impact statements, and lots more.
  • Career progression - clear competency framework from graduates to Senior Ecologists, and beyond.
  • Supportive team culture - practical, solutions-focused, and collaborative.

For more details about AREA please check out our website: areaenvironmental.com.au.

The role

You will:

  • Lead ecological field surveys and assessments.
  • Reliably collect and analyse environmental data.
  • Prepare standard and complex technical reports.
  • Liaise with clients, regulators, and stakeholders.
  • Contribute to project planning and delivery.

This role offers exposure to challenging and rewarding fieldwork in remote and regional locations, balanced with office-based reporting and analysis.

What we offer

  • A great place to work - check out: instagram.com/areaenvironmental.
  • Nine-day fortnight or standard ten-day roster.
  • Mentoring and professional development.
  • ATO rate travel allowances for overnight fieldwork.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support mental health and wellbeing.
  • Fast, easy-to-use IT systems and infrastructure.

Location

Based in Dubbo, NSW (unless negotiated otherwise), you'll enjoy the lifestyle benefits of a vibrant regional centre while working across some of Australia's most remarkable natural environments.

  • See the position description attached below for further information about this role.
nrmjobs.com.au/job/20028010

Date published:

21-Jan-2026

Closing date:

13-Feb-2026