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Ecologist – Ecology Service Line – Newcastle, NSW Are you an Ecologist with a passion for both flora and fauna? Do you want to be part of an experienced ecology team and be mentored by our BAM accredited ecologists to progress your career? Are you motivated to progress your skills while working on a wide range of projects in different habitats throughout NSW and potentially beyond? If you have the drive and desire to work for a growing global organisation focused on connecting the best people to the best work, then we want to hear from you! The Company Kleinfelder Australia is an environmental consulting firm providing professional and technical services for ecology, environmental planning and approvals, heritage, land rehabilitation, bushfire, contaminated land management and geotechnical engineering. Kleinfelder Australia, as part of the global Kleinfelder Group, an environmental, engineering and science-based consulting firm, can utilise the experience of over 3,000 employees globally. With almost 100 staff operating across Australia, we deliver our projects with local and international experience across multiple disciplinary lines. As our success and growth continues across Australia, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Ecologist to join our growing team in Newcastle. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on a portfolio of diverse ecology projects for a growing client base in both the public and private sector. The Opportunity Reporting to the Ecology Team Leader, you will participate in a variety of interesting ecological projects, working within a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers and business development professionals. - Plan and conduct flora and fauna surveys in accordance with applicable regulatory standards and guidelines, including capture of digital data and field samples, to a high degree of competency. - Undertake fieldwork work competently and safely by complying with relevant H&S requirements, including internal Kleinfelder and external client procedures. - Preparation of monitoring reports and assessments to a proficient standard and assist Senior Ecologists in the preparation of more complex deliverables such as Biodiversity Stewardship Site Assessment Reports (BSSARs) and Biodiversity Development Assessment Reports (BDARs). - Assist Project Managers in the tracking of project budgets and schedules. - Participate in training and development opportunities with senior staff to broaden your skills and technical ability. - Represent Kleinfelder at an industry level by participating in external forums and membership of professional institutions. About You We are seeking a talented and ambitious ecologist who desires to advance their career with a global environmental consultancy. Applicants will be highly regarded if they have an in-depth knowledge and practical application of National and State Regulations and Guidelines and their application to ecological assessments. Awareness and practical application of the NSW Biodiversity Offset Scheme (BOS) and the Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM 2020) through fieldwork and reporting is preferred, with a strong desire to be working towards BAM accreditation, mentored by our existing team of BAM accredited ecologists. Desired Education, Experience and Skills: - A relevant degree in environmental science (ecology) natural resource management or a related discipline. A higher degree will be considered favourably. However, suitably experienced applicants who are working towards a relevant degree will also be considered. - Minimum 4 years’ of experience in the environmental consulting industry. - Well-developed Flora and Fauna identification skills. - Experience undertaking BAM vegetation integrity plots including the ability to use identifications keys and knowledge of local flora species. - Experience of performing threatened species surveys. - Demonstrated experience in the delivery of a variety of ecology projects, with a strong emphasis on vegetation assessment and rehabilitation monitoring across a range of market sectors for both public and private clients. - Industry recognition through certification, accreditation and/or active participation in related industry associations. What Kleinfelder can offer As well as an excellent career development pathway, Kleinfelder offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being; these include but are not limited to: - Formal mentoring program to connect with our BAM accredited ecologist, - Highly competitive salaries and benefits, such as: - Paid Parental Leave, - Purchase extra annual leave per year, - Australia day public holiday swap, - Friendly and supportive team environment, - Flexible work arrangements available (e.g., hybrid working), - Paid overtime, (as per the Kleinfelder Overtime Policy), - Access to our health and wellness initiatives (e.g., Employee Assistance Program), - Professional career and technical development programs incl, study assistance with external and internal learning, - Opportunities to participate Corporate Social Responsibilities (volunteering, charity community support) - Service recognition and reward programs including bonuses, - Professional membership support. Kleinfelder prides itself with being an equal opportunity employer where we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to be part of our organisation and apply. If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, and require any further information, please email our HR team: HR_SupportAU@kleinfelder.com. To be eligible for this position you must have unrestricted legal work rights to work in Australia. Kleinfelder will be managing this process and applications from third party recruiters will not be accepted.  

Experienced Land management technicians wanted! Do you want to be part of a well-resourced and experienced land management team? One with the scope to work on a diverse range of challenging projects in the Newcastle and wider Hunter region? If you have the drive and desire to move your career to a company focused on connecting the best people to the best work, then we want to hear from you.   The Company Kleinfelder is an environmental and engineering consulting firm, built on a track record of proven success and long-term relationships.  Our successes have been driven by a team of enthusiastic and dedicated professionals who have found the scope and opportunity to grow with us. Due to our success and growth, an opportunity has arisen for qualified and experienced Land management technicians / Supervisors / Bush Regenerators who want to further develop their career into an exciting role to join our Newcastle team.   The Role In this role you will be undertaking various vegetation management and rehabilitation activities for private industry and government authorities as a member of a professional team.  Tasks that are part of the role include weed control and bush regeneration, native tree planting, brushcutting, hand weeding, chemical spraying, vegetation clearing for bushfire management and more. Successful applicants that join our team will have demonstrated work ethic, be fit and punctual, and display excellent communication skills. You will have the ability to work effectively as part of a team and show initiative where required, follow instructions and have a willingness and desire to improve your skills and knowledge in bushland restoration and plant identification.   About you You will bring:  - At least 12 months weed control experience including herbicide application (high volume and backpack), brushcutting, and manual control techniques; - A general knowledge of vegetation communities including local native plant and weed species; - Completed or enrolled in Certificate in Conservation & Land Management or related qualification relevant to bushland management; - Practical knowledge of work health and safety policies and procedures, risk management practice and principles; - Ability to operate vehicles and field equipment; - Physical fitness, a solid work ethic, self-motivation and ability to function in a team environment; - A current NSW driver's licence; - White Card (construction induction); - ACDC/ChemCert qualifications;  - 5-day availability (Mon – Fri); - Available to regularly work away from home for up to 5 days at a time (multiple times a month); - Strong attention to detail and company policies, codes and values;  - A proven track record of hard work. Applicants will be highly regarded if they have: - First Aid; - Chainsaw qualifications; - 1 to 2 years on-ground experience in industry including vegetation management, bush regeneration, arborist or relevant land management roles;  - Strong knowledge and identification of weeds and weed control methods. Successful applicants must be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical (including drug screen testing). Offers of employment are conditional on being medically and physically fit for the job.   What Kleinfelder can offer The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on a portfolio of large and complex site assessment and remediation projects for our existing and ever-growing diverse network of clients.  Kleinfelder offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being; these include but are not limited to: - Highly competitive salaries and benefits, - Friendly and supportive team environment, - Flexible work arrangements available (e.g., hybrid working), - Paid overtime, (as per the Kleinfelder Overtime Policy), - Access to our health and wellness initiatives (e.g., Employee Assistance Program), - Professional career and technical development programs incl, study assistance with external and internal learning, - Opportunities to participate Corporate Social Responsibilities (volunteering, charity community support) - Service recognition and reward programs including bonuses, - Professional membership support. Kleinfelder prides itself with being an equal opportunity employer where we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to be part of our organisation and apply.   If this opportunity sounds like something you have been looking for, we encourage you to submit your application including your CV and Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role.  If require any further information regarding this role, please email our friendly HR team: HR_SupportAU@kleinfelder.com.   To be eligible for this position you must have unrestricted legal work rights to work in Australia.   Kleinfelder will be managing this recruitment process and applications from third party recruiters will not be accepted.

Senior Ecologist – Brisbane/Mackay/Townsville Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Do you want to be part of a passionate and experienced ecology team that values its people and their careers? Do you want an opportunity to lead and grow the business while also ensuring technical excellence of outcomes and deliverables?  If you said yes to the above and want to be part of a growing global organisation focused on connecting the best people to the best work, with a strong focus on sustainable outcomes then please apply. The Company Kleinfelder Australia is an environmental consulting firm providing professional and technical services for ecology, environmental planning and approvals, heritage, land rehabilitation, bushfire, contaminated land management and geotechnical engineering. Kleinfelder Australia, as part of the global Kleinfelder Group, an environmental, engineering and science-based consulting firm, can utilise the experience of over 2,500 employees globally. With almost 100 staff operating across Australia, we deliver our projects with local and international experience. As our success and growth continues across Australia, an opportunity has arisen for a motivated and experienced Senior Ecologist to join our growing team in Queensland.   Who we are looking for A passionate individual with demonstrated experience in the delivery of a variety of ecology projects, with a strong emphasis on vegetation assessment, across a range of market sectors for both public and private clients. Applicants should possess an in-depth knowledge of National and State Regulations and Guidance and how to apply them to ensure sustainable development for our region. You will have a successful track-record of delivering high quality reports employ your thorough understanding of Australian flora and fauna and their relationship with the broader environment, enabling our clients to best manage their project sustainably.   The Role Reporting to the Queensland Ecology Team Lead, you will be working on a variety of ecological projects, working within a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers, planners and business development professionals.  The following key responsibilities are expected from the candidate fulfilling this role: - Preparation of proposals, technical reports, including authoring of complex deliverables, analysing data for vegetation assessment reports, ecological assessments reports, operational works management plans, offset management plans. - Ability to coordinate and lead fieldwork for ecological assessments including flora and fauna, rehabilitation and vegetation mapping competently and safely by complying with relevant H&S requirements, including internal Kleinfelder and external client procedures. You will also have the opportunity to assist and learn new skills in other areas of expertise, for example freshwater ecology. - Project Management of your own portfolio of ecological projects, whilst providing oversight to assistant project managers. - Ability to provide development pathway and approval advice in consideration of environmental legislation and policies to ensure assessments comply with local government, state and Commonwealth environmental regulations. - Represent Kleinfelder at an industry level by participating in external forums and membership of professional institutions. Desired Attributes/Credentials - A relevant degree in environmental science (ecology) natural resource management or a related discipline. A higher degree will be considered favourably. - Relevant experience (minimum 6 years', majority in Queensland, though other states of interest). - Demonstrated success in executing complex, large scale, ecological survey and monitoring projects. - Project Management skills/qualification. - Experience in managing a Field team. - Proficiency in undertaking BioCondition and/or BAM vegetation integrity plots. - Demonstrated health and safety leadership. - Strong verbal communication and technical report writing skills. - Industry recognition through certification, accreditation and/or active participation in related industry associations.    What Kleinfelder can offer The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on a portfolio of large and complex site assessment and remediation projects for our existing and ever-growing diverse network of clients.  Kleinfelder offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being; these include but are not limited to: - Highly competitive salaries and benefits (including Paid Parental leave), - Friendly and supportive team environment, - Flexible work arrangements available (e.g., hybrid working), - Paid overtime, (as per the Kleinfelder Overtime Policy), - Access to our health and wellness initiatives (e.g., Employee Assistance Program), - Professional career and technical development programs incl, study assistance with external and internal learning, - Opportunities to participate Corporate Social Responsibilities (volunteering, charity community support) - Service recognition and reward programs including bonuses, - Professional membership support. Kleinfelder prides itself with being an equal opportunity employer where we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to be part of our organisation and apply.   If this opportunity sounds like something you have been looking for, we encourage you to submit your application including your CV and Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role.   If require any further information regarding this role, please email our friendly HR team: HR_SupportAU@kleinfelder.com.   To be eligible for this position you must have unrestricted legal work rights to work in Australia.   Kleinfelder will be managing this recruitment process and applications from third party recruiters will not be accepted.

Principal Environmental Planner / Scientist   Are you a highly experienced Principal Environmental Planner / Scientist with a proven track record of delivering environmental approvals and do you want to be part of an experienced Environmental Approvals team, working on a diverse range, interesting, complex and challenging projects in NSW and across Australia?   If you have the drive and desire to enhance your career with a company focused on connecting the best people to the best work, then we want to hear from you.     The Company    Kleinfelder Australia is an environmental consulting firm providing professional and technical services for land contamination and remediation, environmental planning and approvals, geotechnical engineering, ecology, heritage services, land rehabilitation, bushfire planning and design.   Kleinfelder Australia, as part of the global Kleinfelder Group, an environmental, engineering and science-based consulting firm, can utilise the experience of over 3,000 employees globally. With almost 100 staff operating across Australia, we deliver our projects with local and international experience across multiple disciplinary lines. As our success and growth continues across New South Wales an opportunity has arisen for a competent and suitably qualified Environmental Approvals Specialist to join our thriving Newcastle team. In this role you will be undertaking a variety of environmental approvals and compliance projects, working closely with our team of ecological, geotechnical and contaminated land specialists. The market sectors we work across are diverse and comprise a range of private and public sector clients.   Along with a competitive salary, Kleinfelder provides a diverse and inclusive work environment amongst a team of dedicated and pragmatic environmental experts. While providing technical leadership, client management and driving the growth within the established NSW EMAC team, you will be part of national consulting firm with the opportunity to develop your career.     The Opportunity   The role will involve using your high-level technical skills and knowledge on a wide variety of projects for both private and public sector clients including: - Full time role, however, consideration will be given to part-time working arrangements. We offer flexible working patterns and reward schemes for our staff. - Be the technical lead for the Environmental Management and Approvals team in NSW. - Coordinate the day-to-day management of clients, project teams and specialist sub-consultants. - Provide direction to more junior planning/approvals staff to deliver projects on time and within budget. - Ensure production of high-quality technical reports including environmental impact assessments and management plans to a broad range of clients across the private sector and at all levels of government. - Represent Kleinfelder at an industry level by participating in external forums and have, or be working towards, membership of a professional institution. - Work competently and safely by complying with relevant H&S requirements, including internal Kleinfelder and external client procedures.   You will have demonstrated experience in the technical delivery of a variety of environmental impact assessment (EIS, SEE, REF) projects across a range of market sectors, such as Defence, Renewable Energy, Urban Development, Infrastructure, Mining and Aggregates, Education and Health. Applicants should possess an in-depth knowledge and practical application of NSW Planning and Approvals legislation and be experienced in the coordination of sub-consultants and management of projects through the approval process. Experience in environmental compliance, management plans and reporting, in another relevant environmental field, will also be considered if suitable experience in environmental management and approvals can be demonstrated.   Desired Attributes/Credentials - Recognised tertiary qualifications in environmental science, environmental management, urban planning (or equivalent). - Minimum 12 years' of experience in environmental consulting. - Registered Environmental Assessment Practitioner (REAP) accreditation is a requirement. - Demonstrated experience in client and project management across a range of environmental projects of sufficient complexity and scale. - Ability and willingness to travel and spend short periods away from home, if required. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate multiple project teams engaged on approvals and compliance projects to deliver to deadlines and within budget.   What Kleinfelder can offer   The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work on a portfolio of large and complex site assessment and remediation projects for a growing client base including, Government, major oil companies and operators of large industrial facilities.  Kleinfelder offers many benefits to ensure your professional development & well-being; these include but are not limited to: - Highly competitive salaries and benefits, - Friendly and supportive team environment, - Flexible work arrangements available (e.g., hybrid working), - Paid overtime, (as per the Kleinfelder Overtime Policy), - (e.g., Employee Assistance Program), - Professional career and technical development programs incl, study assistance with external and internal learning, - Opportunities to participate Corporate Social Responsibilities (volunteering, charity community support), - Service recognition and reward programs including bonuses, - Professional membership support. Kleinfelder prides itself with being an equal opportunity employer where we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We encourage individuals from all cultural backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to be part of our organisation and apply.   If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, and require any further information, please email our HR team: HR_SupportAU@kleinfelder.com. To be eligible for this position you must have unrestricted legal work rights to work in Australia. Kleinfelder will be managing this process and applications from third party recruiters will not be accepted.