About us

Ausecology is a specialist ecology, rehabilitation and environmental consultancy providing efficient, practical and high quality environmental outcomes for clients

Ausecology is a specialist ecology, biodiversity offsetting, and land restoration consultancy providing efficient, practical, and high-quality environmental solutions across the full project lifecycle. 

Established in 2011, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions that meet both the needs of its clients while also protecting and preserving Australia’s unique natural resources. 

Ausecology is a wholly owned subsidiary of Niche, Australia’s largest privately-owned biodiversity and heritage consultancy. With the resources and support of parent company Niche, Ausecology is now delivering our expertise for more projects and clients across the east coast of Australia.

Find out more about Niche here

Safety and Quality Committed

Ausecology maintains safety, quality and environmental management procedures in accordance with our ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 14001:2015 certification. This means our clients can trust in our commitment to on-site safety and the high-quality of our work. 

The system used by Ausecology was developed by two of the company Directors, it captures data in real time and is based on continuous improvement. To achieve this, our system is audited internally through a formal process using the input of our team as they use it every day in their work.  

  • Preclearance ecology surveys
  • Vegetation and rehabilitation management plans
  • Environmental offset planning
  • Biobanking
  • Environmental Impact Statements
  • Flora and fauna surveys
  • EVNT species quantification, avoidance recommendations and clearing permits
  • GIS mapping and modelling
  • Pest and weed management planning
  • Rare and threatened species (risk) assessments and management
  • Regional ecosystem and vegetation mapping
  • Technical writing and report reviews
  • Project management
  • Rehabilitation, revegetation and maintenance
  • Fauna spotter catchers
  • Native seed collections, processing and storage
  • Weed control
  • Nest box installation
  • Vegetation clearing management
  • Erosion and sediment control
  • Species (flora and fauna) translocation / relocation
  • EVNT flora species propagation and reinstatement
  • Offset monitoring
  • Rehabilitation monitoring
  • Weed and pest surveys
  • Environmental auditing
  • Qld Animal Ethics Committee Approval No. CA 2025/01/1924
  • Qld Damage Mitigation Permit No. WA0053702
  • Qld Rehabilitation Permit No. WA0046797
  • Qld Research Permit No. WA0027791
  • Qld Scientific use registration certificate No. SUR000483
  • Qld General Fisheries Permit No. 260843
  • NSW Animal Ethics Committee and Animal Research Authority Approval No. 15/2410
  • NSW Scientific Licence No. SL101654
  • NSW Animal Research Establishment—Accreditation 83763—Ausecology Pty Ltd
  • Australian Bat Lyssavirus (ABLV) vaccinated to handle bats and flying foxes
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operator’s Certificate No. CASA.ReOC.6588

Testimonials

I have worked with various contractors over a 7-year period within council and have found Ausecology to deliver the highest standard of project I have encountered so far. The attention to detail and the professionalism of all the staff has always made me confident to know the projects will be delivered well and on time.
Andrew WallaceHabitat Officer, Asset Services
Once the objectives and scope are clear, Ausecology not only deliver on time and on budget, but importantly facilitate value add and improvement opportunities that underpin the quality of work delivered. It has been a pleasure working with Ausecology over a number of years.
Bennet WarrenSenior Environmental Adviser, Santos Limited
I have appreciated their proactive, outcome-focused approach to designing and implementing cost-effective strategies for native vegetation rehabilitation and restoration. They communicate clearly and up-front regarding costs and timeframes, and are willing to work with their client to meet particular requirements. I am happy to recommend Ausecology for any organisation in need of these services.
Bryan FinneyProject Director, North Harbour
Always providing experienced professionals, the quality of report provided has been second to none. Client expectations have been exceeded with the technical content, mapping records, and mitigation and management recommendations in comprehensive documents.
Laura SuttonEnvironmental Coordinator, WDS Limited
I was continually impressed by Ausecology’s professionalism, innovation, and adaptability when faced with ecological challenges. Ausecology are reliable and consistent, and I would highly recommend them to others looking for ecology services.
Rebecca LumleyEnvironmental Manager, Saipem Australia
Ausecology are professional and personable in their approach, and I always found they delivered the offsets management project requirements year after year in an efficient and effective way on time, in budget, with quality. They are able to build working relationships with different stakeholders, communicate on issues, develop practical solutions to complex problems, and successfully implement on the ground.
Wendy SimpsonSenior Offsets Specialist, Origin Energy

Ausecology is ISO 45001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9001 certified.  We have a proven commitment to quality, safety, and customer service.