About the business

At Biodiversity Australia, we’re dedicated to creating sustainable solutions that allow people and the environment to thrive together. As a national and highly reputable environmental management consultancy, we specialise in protecting biodiversity and supporting sustainable development through innovative, science-based approaches.

Our work is as diverse as the environments we protect - from collaborating on renewable energy projects to restoring ecosystems with landholders and delivering biodiversity stewardship solutions. Our projects don’t just aim to meet compliance - they aim to create a lasting legacy of environmental care and connection.

We’re proud to be leading some of the most significant environmental programs in the country and by working across sectors such as renewable energy, government, defence, construction, and resources, we’re helping to shape a future where economic growth and environmental conservation go hand in hand.

At our core, we’re guided by our values of Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, Client Success, and Indigenous Pathways. These principles inspire our work and the positive impact we aim to create every day.

Join us in shaping a brighter, greener future, where your work will create a lasting impact on the environment and the communities we serve.

About the role

Biodiversity Australia is seeking a motivated Business Unit Manager to support the delivery and growth of our Biosecurity Pest Management services in the Southeast Queensland region. This role offers an exciting career pathway for an individual with field experience in biosecurity and pest management who is now looking to expand their business skills and progress their career within the environmental sector.

The Business Unit Manager will work closely with the Director of Strategy and Leadership and Senior Leadership Team to ensure smooth operations, project delivery, and client engagement within the unit. This position is well-suited to someone who understands the operational aspects of pest management in natural and built environments and is eager to contribute to business development and team success.

About You

You are a motivated and commercially minded professional who is passionate about environmental outcomes and ready to take the next step in your leadership career. You may already have experience leading teams or projects within the biosecurity, pest management, environmental, natural resource management, agriculture, or land management sectors and are looking for an opportunity to broaden your business, operational, and leadership capabilities.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, and take pride in delivering high-quality outcomes. You are equally comfortable supporting field operations, engaging with clients, and contributing to the strategic growth of a business unit.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Experience within the biosecurity, pest management, environmental management, natural resource management, agriculture, or a related industry.
• Strong leadership potential, with the ability to motivate, mentor, and support team members to achieve operational excellence.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships with clients, landholders, government agencies, and internal teams.
• Sound organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.
• A commercial mindset, with an interest in business development, operational performance, and continuous improvement.
• The ability to analyse information, solve problems, and make informed decisions in a dynamic environment.
• A commitment to workplace health and safety, environmental compliance, and delivering exceptional client outcomes.
• A proactive, solutions-focused attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to the growth and success of the business.

Essential Credentials

Applicants must possess:

• Current unrestricted Australian Driver Licence.
• Construction Industry White Card (or ability to obtain prior to commencement).
• Demonstrated experience in biosecurity, pest management, environmental management, agriculture, conservation, natural resource management, or a related field.
• Strong computer literacy, including experience using Microsoft Office applications.

The remuneration for this role is negotiable and will be based on proven skillset and experience.

Biodiversity Australia is proud to be a 100% Indigenous owned business and is committed to providing employment opportunities for the Indigenous community. We strongly encourage Indigenous individuals to apply

The interview process will commence immediately, so we encourage all interested persons to apply without delay. Only applicants who have been short listed for an interview will be contacted.