Biology, Botany and Ecology Graduate Program (Oct 2024)

Stantec is seeking talented Graduates to join our Graduate Program in our Environment & Geosciences teams in QLD, NSW, VIC and WA. 

Who is Stantec and why choose us?   

As one of the world’s top engineering and environment firms and a global leader, our 26,000 strong team of engineers, scientists and qualified professionals have a long-proven record of developing, designing, and implementing innovative and sustainable solutions across a diverse range of exciting local, national, and international projects. Communities are fundamental. Whether around the corner or across the globe, they provide a foundation, a sense of place and of belonging. That's why at Stantec, we always design with the community in mind. 

As a graduate at Stantec, you will have many opportunities available to you, Inclusion in an accredited 2-year world-class graduate development program – our Grad Labs are known for developing key skill sets to improve your non-technical skills! 

• Access to a global developing professionals’ network that can provide opportunities to take your career offshore Developing Professionals Group (stantec.com) 
• Access to global industry leaders  
• Ability to work on projects across geographies 
• Enjoy flexible working environments and excellent employee benefits 
• Get exposed to unique mentoring, technical support and encouragement 
• Assistance and support on your way to becoming a Chartered Engineer. 
• Work on leading-edge projects! 

With us, not only will you work as part of an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse team, but also be able to develop your skills and knowledge in designing the future of engineering and shape your own career along the journey.   

What does a Graduate Ecologist do?  

Your day-to-day tasks could include:  

• Participating in the delivery of projects ranging from ecology, environmental approvals and permits, and environmental compliance.
• Assisting in undertaking field and laboratory work such as sampling and testing
• Assisting in data analysis and report preparation
• Developing practical and commercial solutions to problems
• Undertaking work-related training and self-development for career advancement
• Collaborating with project staff and working with a team of technical specialists in their field
• Conduct targeted flora and fauna survey

What does a Graduate Terrestrial Ecologist/Botanist do?

• Undertake flora and fauna surveys, targeted species surveys and prepare associated reports
• Provide ecological advice on focusing flora and fauna identification, conservation and management
• Collect, compile and interpret field and laboratory data
• Work as part of a broader ecological and environmental services team to provide integrated environmental advice to clients and government
• Prepare proposals, reports and management plans within given timeframes

What does a Graduate Aquatic Ecologist do?

• Displaying an understanding of the fields of marine and freshwater ecology 
• Taking part in estuarine, marine and /or freshwater field studies
• Undertaking desk research for review, including working independently as required
• Demonstrating a solid understanding of environmental legislation and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of current industry standards, practices, environmental legislation and approvals processes
• Ensuring work output is of a technically high standard 
• Technical report writing utilising conventional standards expected for scientific reporting

Read Lauren’s story and day-to-day to get a real picture of what you might be doing! Lauren de Verteuil's story as Graduate Civil Engineer at | Prosple Australia/GradAustralia  

What do you need?  

You'll need a degree in Ecology, Environmental Science or related, Botany, Geography or Environmental Science/Engineering; and show us your passion! We want to know who you are as a person, your attributes and what makes you tick.  

You will be committed to improving the world we live in, seize the environmental challenges that we all face and come up with solutions that will benefit generations to come. As a graduate, you will be driven to achieve, have demonstrated personal leadership qualities and thrive in an environment where you are challenged and expected to learn, grow, and drive the future of our client service, technical delivery, and project outcomes. 

These full-time positions would suit students currently completing the final year of their degree or recent graduates with 1-2 years of experience.   

How to pre-register/apply: 

Submit your most recent CV and a cover letter - outlining your interest in working in a particular area of our business, your academic transcript, and any relevant work experience/studies in this area that you may have.  To be eligible to apply you must meet the requirements for working in Australia.  We have 2023 and 2024 opportunities!