About the role
Biosis Australia is growing, and we’d love you to be part of it!
We’re excited to welcome a new Ecologist to join our Botany team in either our Gosford, Wollongong, Newcastle or Western Sydney office. This is a 12-month contract with strong potential to transition into a permanent role.
This is a junior to mid-level role for an ambitious individual eager to accelerate their career in ecology. You will work alongside experienced and highly knowledgeable colleagues who will guide and support you. Ideally, you will have a tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Ecology, or Botany and 1-2 years industry experience to qualify for this position.
The role requires adaptability to diverse projects and locations. Flexibility and a willingness to travel are key to thriving in this position. This is an excellent opportunity to establish your career and make a meaningful impact in a supportive and collaborative environment.
About Us
APEM Group is leading global environment consultancy providing expert advice to clients in a wide range of industries including water, renewables, infrastructure, marine and ports, transport, construction, and development. Following significant growth journey with operations based in the UK, EU and USA, APEM Group strategically expanded into Australia in early 2024. Our presence in the Australian market will further enhance the aim of expanding on our consultancy services in both the Australian market and wider Asia Pacific region as part of the next stage of our Global growth journey.
As part of the APEM Group, Biosis is a team of expert consultants specialising in Aboriginal archaeology, botany, environmental approvals, GIS, historical archaeology, historical heritage, and zoology. We help clients navigate pre-planning, planning, and post-approvals for projects across Australia, primarily in the eastern states. Since 1983, we have been guiding clients in making informed decisions about ecology, heritage, and environmental approvals.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and dedicated team where you can make a genuine impact on how we work and contribute directly to our success in delivering environmental and heritage consulting solutions across Australia. Let’s grow, innovate, and build something better together!
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist in collation and analysis of ecological field data (flora, fauna, habitat)
• Prepare equipment, maps, and logistics for ecological field surveys
• Participate in fieldwork across diverse environments and project types
• Conduct background research and summarise findings to support project planning
• Contribute to the drafting and formatting of technical reports
• Manage own tasks within allocated budgets and timelines
• Actively participate in the timetabling process and resource bookings
• Support administrative tasks linked to consulting projects (e.g. data entry, document formatting)
• Build awareness of team roles and internal workflows to improve coordination
To be successful in this role, you will need:
• Degree in Botany, Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Field experience in flora surveys, ecological monitoring, or assessments (university, volunteering or consultancy).
• 1-2 years’ experience in ecological consulting, bush regeneration, or similar industry related experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A current and valid driver’s licence.
• You must have the right to work in Australia to apply for this job.
Next Steps!
If this opportunity sounds like a great fit, we’d love to hear from you!
At Biosis, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Even if you don’t meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply – we value potential and are open to supporting your growth.
To apply, please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter that includes three words you’d use to describe yourself.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to learn more, feel free to reach out to our People & Culture team at ausrecruitment@apemgroup.com.
