About the business and the role At SLR we Make Sustainability Happen. SLR is an international environmental consultancy with a globally recognised reputation for providing high quality tailored services. With 1,000 staff in APAC alone, we provide consultancy advice and support on a wide range of strategic and site-specific issues to a diverse and growing base of business, regulatory and governmental clients. We celebrate a ‘One Team Culture’, where bringing together diversity of thought and expression is key to building the best team to deliver excellent results. We are seeking passionate and motivated Plant Ecologists/Botanists, ranging from early‑career to senior practitioners, to join our growing Ecology team in Perth. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in plant ecology and vegetation science, and with demonstrable experience in plant physiology, ecohydrology or plant functional biology. SLR provides strong technical guidance and mentoring from highly experienced Technical Directors who are recognised specialists in plant ecohydrology and ecosystem function, ensuring your continued professional development and growth. As a Plant Ecologist/Botanist, you will contribute to a wide range of ecological assessments, monitoring programs, and research-driven studies across diverse landscapes, predominantly in Western Australia. With active projects across Australia, travel to field locations will form a valued component of the role. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high‑quality technical outputs, support project approvals, and develop innovative approaches to understanding plant health, adaptation, and ecosystem functioning, in particular Groundwater Dependent Ecosystems (GDEs) and Inland Waters. Depending on your level of experience, you will take on responsibilities spanning field surveys, data analysis, client engagement, project delivery, and team leadership. If scientific excellence drives you, fieldwork in diverse and unique landscapes excites you, and you’re looking to join a collaborative and forward‑thinking team, we’d be excited to hear from you. Job tasks and responsibilities Dependant on your level of experience: Plan, design and deliver flora and vegetation surveys and ecological monitoring programs, including quadrats, transects, targeted searches, habitat assessments and vegetation condition assessments. Contribute to and, where appropriate, lead plant physiology and functional ecology investigations (e.g. leaf water potential, stable isotopes, plant stress indicators, chlorophyll fluorescence) Analyse and interpret ecological, physiological and spatial data to produce high-quality technical reports that provide clear, evidence-based assessments of plant health, ecosystem condition, and responses to disturbance, climate and hydrological change. Support and progressively lead project delivery, including research design, literature review, proposal and scope development, client communication, and technical review. Collaborate within multidisciplinary teams while contributing to knowledge sharing, mentoring and quality assurance processes that strengthen team capability and technical excellence. Skills and experience Essential Degree in Botany, Plant Ecology, Environmental Science, or related discipline. Experience in plant physiology techniques (e.g., water relations, stress physiology, plant functional traits). Understanding of Australian flora, vegetation communities, and ecological survey methods. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Willingness to undertake fieldwork in remote or regional locations. Desirable Experience working in consulting, mining, resources, government or research environments. Knowledge of state and federal environmental legislation and survey guidelines. Skills in statistical analysis (R, Python), data interpretation, or remote sensing. Demonstrated capability in project coordination or technical leadership (for senior roles). Our Benefits We are proud of our unique culture where we work together to collaborate on projects to get the best possible outcome for our clients. Whether you’re working in the office, from home or a mix of the two, we recognise that every person is different, and our benefits aim to ensure that we cater for all. You can find a comprehensive list here. Next Steps We make hiring decisions based on your experience, skills and passion. Please note that interviews are conducted with gender diverse interview panels to the best of our ability. When you apply, please tell us the pronouns you use and any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process. Unsolicited resumes from recruitment consultants will not be accepted. You must be part of the preferred supplier agreement list which is coordinated through our Talent Acquisition team. LI-JP1
