Senior Environmental Consultant – Expression of Interest

Natural Area Consulting Management Services is seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Consultant to join our Perth-based environmental consulting team. This is a leadership role for a highly organised and technically capable environmental professional with strong knowledge of Western Australian flora, fauna, and regulatory frameworks.

You will play a key role and contribute to meaningful environmental outcomes on projects across Western Australia, while mentoring and developing graduate and junior consultants. The position involves a balance of office-based work in Malaga and fieldwork across metropolitan and regional WA.

About Us

Natural Area Consulting Management Services is a proudly Western Australian owned company with over 20 years’ experience delivering high-quality environmental solutions across government, industry, and community sectors. We are an industry leader with expertise in environmental consulting, botany, ecology, civil environmental construction, horticulture, seed ecology and on-ground conservation and land management. We are passionate about conserving, preserving and enhancing WA’s natural spaces, and we are looking for like-minded people to join our team.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Environmental Consultant, you will report to the Principal Environmental Consultant and your responsibilities will include:

• Managing multiple environmental consulting projects from proposal through to completion, including scope, budget, scheduling, reporting, and close out.
• Leading, mentoring, reviewing and providing feedback to junior and graduate consultants, fostering technical development and professional growth.
• Undertaking and overseeing flora, fauna, vegetation, and environmental surveys across WA bioregions.
• Preparing environmental reports, management plans, monitoring programs, and regulatory documentation.
• Assisting with environmental approvals and compliance processes at local, state, and federal levels.
• Supporting business development activities, including client liaison, proposal preparation, and fee estimates.
• Contributing to a collaborative and high-performing consulting team.

What are we looking for? Your qualification, licences, skills & experiences

Successful applicants must have the following qualifications:

• Completed bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Environmental Science or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ proven experience in environmental consulting, with a focus on WA flora and fauna.
• Current WA Manual Driver’s Licence (C Class or higher).
• First Aid Certificate.
• Police Clearance.

To be successful in this role, you should be able demonstrate the following skills & experiences:

• Project management skills & experience: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
• Leadership capability: Experience mentoring and supervising graduate consultants and contributing to a positive team culture.
• Regulatory knowledge: Strong understanding of WA and Australian environmental legislation, approvals, and compliance processes.
• Communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience preparing technical reports and client-facing documentation.
• Technical proficiency: Competence in Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Copilot) and proficiency with GIS and environmental data tools.
• Field experience: Hands-on experience conducting environmental fieldwork, site assessments, and monitoring programs throughout WA.

Why Join Us?

Natural Area is known for its pragmatic, quality-driven approach. We value integrity, sustainability, and innovation. You will be part of a supportive team committed to environmental excellence and continuous improvement.

• Leadership and career progression: Join a growing leadership team and help shape the next generation of environmental professionals. We actively promote from within—many of our senior leaders started their careers at Natural Area.
• Collaborative expertise: Work alongside botanists, ecologists, bushland rehabilitation specialists, vertebrate pest management experts, project managers, horticulturists, and seed ecology specialists.
• Perth-based with varied fieldwork: Enjoy a stable Perth-based role with work from home available, metro and regional fieldwork, without long-term FIFO or extended travel.
• Competitive remuneration: Salary commensurate with skills and experience.
• Professional development: Regular performance reviews, ongoing training, support for further education, and attendance at industry events.
• Supportive culture: A values-driven organisation that prioritises wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What our staff say about working here

“It’s rewarding to see the positive impact our work has on nature and the community.”

“I find it rewarding to work in a supportive team environment where people are approachable and willing to help.”

How to Apply

Please apply through the quick apply option to be included in our recruitment process.

Your application must include:

1.       Cover letter addressing the following:

• Your availability: our full-time consulting team typically work 40 hours per week Mon-Fri with occasional weekend and regional overnight work required.
• Details of your relevant skills, experiences and qualifications

2.       Your current residential status: if you are not an Australian or NZ resident/citizen, an outline of your current Visa situation is required.

3.       Your current resume.

Our team is united by a shared passion for conservation and a commitment to achieving positive, practical environmental outcomes. We foster an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative workplace and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people from diverse backgrounds.

Check our website and socials to see what our teams get up to on the daily

www.naturalarea.com.au

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