Senior–Principal Zoologist/Team Leader

The opportunity

We have an opportunity for a Senior to Principal level Zoologist to join our Biological team, to lead and grow the growing Zoology team. 

Our highly-regarded Biological team includes botanists, zoologists and ecologist who specialise in biological assessments and monitoring.

The role:

• Lead and grow the emerging, specialist Zoology team
• Lead and contribute to zoological and ecological projects
• Project management and team leadership
• Identifying and pursuing project opportunities
• Study scoping and design
• Leading field surveys, including in remote and exciting locations
• GIS mapping and related spatial data management
• Technical reporting of biological assessments and monitoring; desktop and field results
• Report technical review
• Aid in maintaining and strengthening client relationships
• Collaborate with technical specialists in our Botany and Environmental Assessment and Management teams
• Play a vital role in developing and navigating strategic pathways of the business

About you

To be considered for this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Bachelor degree (minimum) in zoology, ecology, biological science, environmental science or equivalent
• 5+ years’ relevant experience (in fauna assessments, preferably in Western Australia)
• proven familiarity with current Technical Guidance for fauna surveys
• a desire to take on the challenge of helping to shape an emerging technical team 
• the ability to lead and manage teams and consulting projects
• willingness to travel for field assessments, including to remote locations
• experience in the preparation of technical biological assessment reports
• current Western Australian C-class driver’s licence
• proven experience in managing client relationships
• excellent verbal and written communication skills
• a proactive attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional results in a team-focused environment

You must be an Australian citizen or hold a permanent work visa to be considered for this role.

What we offer

FVC is a ‘great place to be’, and staff enjoy:

• Competitive salary packages based on experience
• Reward and recognition that goes well-beyond salary, including an established Employee Benefit Package
• Opportunities to work on impactful projects
• An outstanding, collaborative and supportive workplace culture, dedicated to quality, integrity and fun!
• Professional development and career progression pathways