Principal Environmental Advisor – Vegetation & Plant Ecology

Enviro-Dynamics is a team of environmental scientists specializing in landscape management and sustainable land use. The organisation delivers natural resource management, environmental impact assessment, and ecological research and development services. Enviro-Dynamics partners with a diverse client base, including primary producers, industry, state and local government, NRM organisations, NGOs, and private landholders. Team members collaborate across disciplines to provide evidence-based advice that supports resilient landscapes and responsible development. The company values scientific integrity, practical solutions, and strong stakeholder relationships.

The Position

The Principal Environmental Advisor – Vegetation & Plant Ecology is a full-time hybrid role based in Hobart, TAS, with flexibility for part-time work from home. The role involves leading complex vegetation and plant ecology assessments, including field surveys, data collection, and analysis to inform environmental impact assessments and land management plans. Day-to-day tasks include preparing high-quality technical reports, advising clients on environmental compliance and best-practice vegetation management, and contributing to ecological research and restoration projects. The advisor will mentor junior team members, coordinate project teams, and engage with stakeholders such as government agencies, landholders, and industry representatives. The position also includes contributing to business development through proposal writing, client presentations, and strengthening Enviro-Dynamics’ profile in vegetation and plant ecology.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Strong foundation in Environmental Science and plant ecology, with experience applying scientific principles to landscape management and vegetation projects.
• Demonstrated expertise in Environmental Impact Assessment, including survey design, impact evaluation, and mitigation planning for vegetation and habitat values.
• Experience in Environmental Compliance and Environmental Consulting, providing practical guidance to clients on regulatory requirements and best-practice environmental management.
• Advanced Report Writing skills, including the ability to produce clear, accurate, and technically robust reports and proposals for diverse audiences.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Environmental Science, Ecology, Botany, or a related discipline; postgraduate qualifications are highly regarded.
• Proficiency in vegetation survey methods, flora identification, and ecological data analysis; experience with GIS and spatial mapping is beneficial.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients, regulators, and community groups.
• Proven experience leading projects or teams, managing timelines and budgets, and delivering outcomes in a consulting or applied environmental setting.

To Apply

If you are passionate about vegetation ecology and science-led environmental management, and you can demonstrate the required experience across field surveys, ecological monitoring, and environmental compliance/EIA, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit:

• A current CV
• A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the required knowledge, skills and experience.

Email your application to: ***email_hidden***

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received. As this is a current vacancy, we encourage interested applicants to apply early, as we are aiming to fill the position as soon as possible.