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We at Epic Environmental treat our people as our biggest asset we invest in professional development we understand that a healthy work/life balance is important and that a supportive collaborate and dynamic culture is key.
Backed by Montrose Environmental a NYSE listed world leader in environmental solutions Epic is passionate about delivering innovative solutions for our clients and the planet.
Besides our Epic culture internal mobility opportunities and direct access to our companys leadership team we offer a competitive salary and a hybrid work environment.
Epic is currently seeking a talented Principal Aquatic Ecologist to join our Brisbane office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a market-facing consultant who is looking to elevate their career to the next level.
As a Principal Aquatic Ecologist you will play a pivotal role in attracting and mentoring like-minded professionals building and developing an industry-leading aquatic ecology team. Youll work on high-impact projects across our diverse client base while also having the opportunity to shape the direction of aquatic ecology within the company.
Key responsibilities:
Build and develop an aquatic ecology team and mentor junior team members
Undertake the planning and implementation of field-based data collection in line with State Territory and Commonwealth regulatory requirements.
Support the delivery of a range of projects across multiple sectors ensuring that they are completed on time within scope cost and quality requirements
Prepare clear science-based technical reports that stand up to community and regulatory scrutiny
What Youll Bring
Tertiary qualifications from a recognised institution in ecology or an environmental science related discipline or similar relevant degree
Ability to build relationships manage projects and contribute to business development activities
Knowledge and experience with aquatic fauna sampling methods including netting traps and electrofishing
Knowledge and experience with other aquatic ecology sampling methods including macroinvertebrate diatom and zooplankton sampling
In-depth knowledge and experience with statistical packages and data analysis as it relates to aquatic ecology data
Proven experience with preparing winning proposals for small to large scale projects
Strong understanding of the statutory frameworks policies and science-based approaches that govern water management
Our perks
Competitive salary perks
Interesting projects to work on
Plenty of cool social events
Direct access to our accessible and knowledgeable directors
We are a collaborative knowledge sharing group - everyone helps everyone
We believe in trust and autonomy
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