Senior Scientist Ecologist

Parramatta - Australia

Monthly Salary: $ 124322 - 138494

Posted on: 30-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Do you want your work to make a difference for NSW

Working to protect the states environment and heritage.

Temporary opportunity to 30 June 2027
Full-time - 35 hours per week FlexTime
Armidale location - hybrid working supported
Salary ranges from $124322.00 to $138494.00 super leave loading

Our Biodiversity and Vegetation Mapping team is currently seeking to appoint a Senior Scientist Ecologist who will work as part of the vegetation and Biodiversity Mapping team to undertake field survey and mapping that will upgrade the State vegetation Type Map. This role will report to the Senior Scientist Ecologist in Armidale and be responsible for preparing for survey work assisting with field identification desktop data analysis mapping in ARCGIS and presentation of knowledge products.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to large-scale environmental programs that shape how biodiversity and vegetation are understood and managed across NSW. You will work with a talented team of scientists and spatial analysts who are passionate about delivering high quality evidence-based data to guide conservation and land management decisions. Your work will help ensure that the Departments vegetation mapping products remain accurate reliable and at the forefront of environmental science.

About You

You are a motivated and adaptable scientist who enjoys applying your ecological expertise in both the field and the office. You thrive on problem solving value collaboration and take pride in producing high quality work that contributes to protecting NSWs unique landscapes. With a strong eye for detail and a commitment to continuous learning you bring scientific curiosity initiative and a genuine desire to make a difference through evidence-based environmental science.

We are seeking someone who holds:

Knowledge of Australian native vegetation
Botanical identification skills in native plants
Spatial skills ArcGIS
Expertise in effective communication including scientific writing and presentation
Must be willing to travel and work in rugged and remote environments

Essential Requirements

Environmental science qualifications
Wide experience in botanical field work

For more information read the full Role Description: Senior Scientist Ecologist

Who we are

The Department of Climate Change Energy the Environment and Water(DCCEEW) works to protect the states environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy powered by affordable reliable and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the states natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state to support the environment communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above we look forward to receiving your application including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 12 November at 11:55PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Bob Denholm at .

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Please also note to be eligible for an ongoing role in the NSW Public Sector you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident. For temporary and casual roles you need to hold a valid visa giving you permission to work in Australia as required by the role.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live work and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people with disabilities the LGBTQI community and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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