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.