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!
About the role
Biosis Australia is growing, and we’d love you to be part of it!
We’re excited to welcome a new Graduate Zoologist or Zoologist to our team based in Port Melbourne. This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious early-career ecologist eager to grow in the field. Working under the guidance of experienced colleagues, you’ll contribute to high-quality ecological and biodiversity assessments across a variety of projects in Victoria and New South Wales.
In this role, you will support senior staff in fieldwork, data management, ecological analysis, and reporting. You’ll also contribute to fauna identification, habitat assessments, impact mitigation strategies, and the preparation of ecological reports. The position offers a rich learning environment and the chance to develop practical expertise while working on diverse, real-world environmental projects
Key Responsibilities:
• With guidance, lead the planning and delivery of fauna and habitat field assessments across a variety of project types and environments.
• Ensure ecological data is accurately captured, stored, and analysed to support precise assessment and reporting.
• Support the preparation of project documentation, technical reports, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely, professional delivery of consulting services.
• Undertake desktop reviews, field surveys (both day and night), and ecological assessments.
• Assist with species identification, habitat mapping, and biodiversity monitoring
• Contribute to the preparation of high-quality ecological reports and environmental impact assessments.
• Work as part of multidisciplinary teams across the urban development, infrastructure, energy, water, and conservation sectors.
• Manage the preparation of flora and fauna assessments and ecological management plans.
To be successful in this role, you will need:
• Degree in Zoology, Ecology, Environmental Science or related discipline.
• Field experience in fauna surveys, ecological monitoring, or habitat assessments (university, volunteering or consultancy).
• Experience with ecological field surveys and logistics.
• 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.
Desirable:
• Knowledge of Victorian ecosystems, native fauna, and relevant environmental legislation (e.g., EPBC Act, FFG Act, Planning and Environment Act).
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.
