Consulting Arborist / Ecologist

We are currently seeking a AQF5 (or above) Consulting Arborist / Ecologist to join our Environmental Services team in Melbourne. This role will see you delivering arboricultural advice and assessments across infrastructure, transport, land development, and environmental planning projects, ensuring best‑practice outcomes in tree management, urban greening, and project compliance. Successful candidates will be supported in both professional and personal development, with opportunities to build a rewarding career path in a well‑respected consultancy.

Day to day tasks would involve: 

• Undertaking a range of arboricultural assessments (Preliminary Assessments, Impact Assessments, Tree Protection Specifications, Hazardous Tree Assessments)

• Supporting project approvals and compliance with relevant standards and local regulations.

• Assisting with project planning, proposal development, and stakeholder engagement.

• Providing technical advice to internal teams and external clients.

• Supporting biodiversity offsetting assessments and regulatory submissions.

To be successful for this role you'll need: 

• Arboriculture qualification at AQF Level 5 or higher (Diploma, Degree, etc.)
• Well-developed tree Identification and assessment skills.
• 2+ years post graduate experience within a similar role, ideally within a consulting, construction, or regulatory environment will be well regarded.
• Background in Ecology will be well regarded.
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship, communication, and client liaison skills
• Hold a current valid Drivers Licence

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

·       Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.

·       Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.

·       Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning

·       Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others

·       A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables

·       Professional Memberships

·       Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)

·       Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

·       Service Recognition Awards

·       Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450+ locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI+, neurodiversity, and more! Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.