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Water Technology is an Employee-owned Australian Environmental Consultancy. 
 
We have a strong reputation for technical excellence in the delivery of scientific and engineering services, with specialised skills across riparian, terrestrial and aquatic ecology, fluvial geomorphology, hydrogeology, hydrology and hydraulics, integrated water management, environmental planning, civil and environmental engineering. Our team is 160 strong across Australia and New Zealand.  
 
The Waterways and Ecology team consists of ecologists, geomorphologists and environmental scientists who work across a range of terrestrial, coastal and riparian environments – in NSW and around Australia.  
 
 
We Invite You to Explore a Career With  Water Technology 
 
Our leaders are always on the lookout for talented ecologists for this team. If you are an ecologist looking for your next career move, exploring your options or simply get feedback on your career plans, we would love to chat. 
Some of the work you could be doing includes: 
 

• Project management and technical delivery of a diverse combination of fieldwork and office-based projects 
• Field investigations and surveys using accepted industry methodologies to identify species, populations and / or vegetation communities 
• Using your botanical identification skills and application of BAM assessment is preferred 
• Preparing and leading ecological assessments, impact assessment, vegetation management plans and biodiversity assessments in accordance with the EP&A Act, the BC Act and the EPBC Act and other NSW and Commonwealth Environmental Legislation. 
• Coordinating and preparing proposals, tenders and bids for prospective projects.
• Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM) accreditation would be highly regarded. We are happy to support our team through this process if they qualify for the course or are driven. 

A relevant degree or higher, with significant post-graduate experience is a requirement for our projects.

At this time we are not extending visa sponsorships, we require that you have an approved visa that allows you unrestricted work rights in Australia 

 
Some of the Benefits Our Team Enjoy 
 
Across our teams, we cultivate an inclusive and nurturing culture with focus on your well-being and professional development. Some of the perks of working with us include:  
 

• Flexible approach to work, most of our staff adopt a hybrid work arrangement  
• Access to collaboration with industry experts  
• Since we are employee owned, staff have an opportunity buys shares in the company  
• Mentoring, coaching and professional development opportunities  
• Company performance-based bonus 
• Health and wellbeing events and access to a great Employee Assistance provider  
• Peer to peer recognition prizes  

  
What Happens After You Express Your Interest? 
 
Once we receive your expressions of interest, if you have the key skills and qualifications we are looking for, we will reach out to you for an initial chat and go from there. 
 
Water Technology is proud to contribute to the increasing diversity of the Australian workforce. Supporting equity and diversity means supporting opportunities for all candidates to find suitable employment. As an inclusive recruiter and employer, we recognise individual differences, embrace individual strengths and look for opportunities for everyone to achieve their full potential. Our recruitment upholds the principles of merit and equity, and we welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, LGBTQI+ and mature age workers.  
 
Research shows that women often hesitate to apply for a job unless they meet 100% of the selection criteria, while men are more inclined to apply with just 60%.  
 
Life teaches us a lot, so if you believe you have what it takes, even if not all the criteria are met, we encourage you to apply.

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