Senior Marine Scientist

Job Description

Work for a global high-end design house and technical consulting firm solving complex real-world problems.

We Design. We Guide. We Protect. We Sustain. We Train. We Transform

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Welcome to BMT!

BMT is a leading international design, engineering, science, and risk management consultancy with a reputation for excellence. We exist to navigate the most important and impactful challenges of our time. We create environments where people with outstanding technical knowledge deliver meaningful, practical solutions. We are driven by a commitment to a safer, more efficient, effective, and sustainable future.

At BMT, we believe in the power of collaboration and innovation. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality solutions that balance ecological integrity with sustainable development. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experts in the field, access cutting-edge technology, and contribute to projects that matter. Plus, we foster a supportive work culture that values your growth and well-being.

Your next exciting job opportunity –

Are you passionate about marine ecosystems and dedicated to making a meaningful impact? At BMT, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Marine Scientist to join our dynamic team of environmental professionals. This is an exciting opportunity to work on innovative projects that help protect and preserve our precious marine environments.

To be successful in your new role, you will display experience in and have the ability to:

• Lead and manage marine impact assessments, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• Conduct research and analysis on marine ecosystems, habitats, and species to inform conservation strategies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement marine management plans.
• Engage with stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, and local communities, to promote sustainable practices.
• Mentor and support junior staff, sharing your expertise to foster their professional development.
• Work collaboratively across both the local and broader BMT teams - in the Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth, and Brisbane offices.

Prior experience that will set you up for success –

BMT are looking for passionate and flexible team members who possess the following knowledge, experience and skills.

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marine/Environmental Science, or other relevant area of study.
• Current Australian driver’s licence.
• More than 5 years’ relevant experience post-graduation in marine ecology, with a strong background in fieldwork, data analysis and report writing.
• Strong verbal and written communication and report writing skills.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations and policies relating to marine conservation and management.
• You are a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about marine conservation.
• Right to work in Australia with no restrictions.

Desirable:

• Post graduate degree (Honours, Masters, PhD) in relevant field.
• Experience working within the scientific, engineering or resources sector.
• Post-graduate qualifications in environmental management or other relevant area of study.
• Experience in navigating State and Federal Legislation for impact assessments and approvals.
• Willingness to conduct fieldwork in remote areas.
• Demonstrated business development skills.
• The ability to coach and mentor junior staff.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously.

Location:

This role will be located in our Perth office, the second largest of our APAC locations. There will also be the occasional travel to field locations or interstate to work closer with your cross-border colleagues.

Why Work With Us?

Our employee benefits are designed to ensure you have the resources you need to thrive.

• Flexible work arrangements, including work from home or wherever you work best.
• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus.
• An employee dividend, reflecting our status as an Employee Benefit Trust.
• Additional bonuses and rewards to encourage your professional and personal development.

As an Employee Benefit Trust, all of our people are invested in our collective purpose and future, driving us to continually strive for technical and operational excellence, to innovate and to invest in our capabilities so that we can deliver ever increasing positive impact and value.

Our Values –

We believe that an organization can only be number one in its market if everyone in it works together as one. How we behave is just as important as what we do and BMT has a strong set of values that are embedded into the foundation for all our activities. Trust I Innovation I Passion I Respect I Collaboration

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