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Zackary Renner

Maryland,Australia

Summary

Dynamic Senior Ecologist with a proven track record at Biosis, excelling in project management and ecological data analysis. Adept at conducting comprehensive floristic and fauna surveys, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-quality ecological assessments. Known for producing clear, persuasive reporting that supports environmental outcomes while facilitating project approvals and enabling development to proceed. Passionate about ecology, with strong written communication skills that directly influence project success.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Ecologist

Biosis Consulting
09.2024 - Current
  • Floristic Surveys
  • BAM Methodology Surveys
  • Targeted Flora/Fauna Surveys
  • Threatened Species Monitoring
  • Bird and Bat Utilisation Surveys
  • Reporting BDARs, BSSARs, EPBC Referrals, BAs, REFs and EISs
  • GIS Mapping
  • Project Management (development of projects and project plans, managing timelines, budgets and liaising with contractors, traditional owners, and stakeholders)

Ecologist

Australian National University
04.2023 - 07.2024
  • Floristic Surveys
  • Fauna Surveys
  • Post-burn Surveys
  • Data Collection and Collation
  • Report Writing
  • GIS Mapping
  • Project Management (development of projects and project plans, managing timelines, budgets and liaising with contractors, traditional owners, and stakeholders)

Ecologist

NGH Consulting
05.2021 - 04.2023
  • Fauna Spotter/Catcher
  • Floristic Surveys
  • BAM Methodology Surveys
  • Targeted Flora/Fauna Surveys
  • Threatened Species Monitoring
  • Preclearing Surveys
  • Clearing Supervision
  • Drafting BDARs, BAs, REFs and EISs
  • GIS Mapping
  • Project Management (development of projects and project plans, managing timelines, budgets and liaising with contractors, traditional owners, and stakeholders)

Ecologist

Narla Environmental
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Fauna Spotter/Catcher
  • Floristic Surveys
  • Targeted Fauna Surveys
  • Preclearing Surveys
  • Clearing Supervision
  • Report Writing
  • GIS Mapping

SCIENTIFIC ADVISOR

, Philippines
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Performing experiments to gauge the effects of tourism on the island of Bohol
  • Liaising with local and provincial government agencies
  • Reporting on the effects of tourism
  • Designing measures to implement, to reduce the negative impact of tourism

Education

Master of Research - Freshwater Turtle Conservation

University of Western Sydney
Sydney, NSW
06-2025

Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology, Zoology

University of Western Sydney
01.2020

Skills

  • White Card (Construction Induction) – 2007
  • Nationally Accredited Venomous Snake Handling and Relocation Certification – 2020
  • RIW Card (Working in Rail Corridor) – 2021
  • Lyssavirus Vaccine – 2021
  • National 4WD Training Course (RIIVEH305F) – 2021
  • Operate Side by Side Vehicle Course (AHCMOM216) – 2022
  • Senior First Aid – 2024(Freshwater Turtle Conservation) submission in September 2024

Accomplishments

  • Top 1% American S.A.T. exams (1565pts/1600pts)
  • Awarded Dean's Merit List while completing a Master of Research

Attributes

  • Enthusiasm and fascination for animals and plants
  • Experience and excitement for undertaking field work
  • Competence in understanding and using statistics and ecological data
  • Excellent written communication, research, and presentation skills
  • Able to use computer software for recording, analysing, and presenting data and reports
  • Experience in report writing
  • Teamworking and project management skills
  • An objective approach to working in conservation
  • Self-motivation, energy, and drive
  • Full driving license – automatic/manual

Affiliations

  • Mountain bike riding
  • Bushwalking
  • Camping

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Ecologist

Biosis Consulting
09.2024 - Current

Ecologist

Australian National University
04.2023 - 07.2024

Ecologist

NGH Consulting
05.2021 - 04.2023

Ecologist

Narla Environmental
02.2021 - 05.2021

SCIENTIFIC ADVISOR

01.2019 - 12.2019

Master of Research - Freshwater Turtle Conservation

University of Western Sydney

Bachelor of Science - Conservation Biology, Zoology

University of Western Sydney
Zackary Renner