About Us
Hunter Ecology is a Newcastle (Hunter Region) based ecological consultancy established in 2020. We work across the state of NSW where needed. We are a growing presence in the consulting industry and hope to build a long and lasting relationship with you.
Meet the Team
Bart Schiebaan
B.App.Sc., Adv. Dip. Business Mgt.
Cert II Conservation & Land Mgt.
BAAS18033 Accredited Assessor
Principal Ecologist, Co-Director
Bart has over 20 years’ experience in a range of settings, including private industry, local and state government, bringing together skills in project management, stakeholder partnering and problem identification. Key skills include planning and strategy development of environment and habitat programs, project management of major public asset and holdings, team management, ecological survey design and application, urban design, cultural heritage management and bushfire planning.
Lizzie Bowman
Bachelor of Science
Grad Cert. Env Mgt & Sustainabilty
BAAS18112 Accredited Assessor
Principal Ecologist, Co-Director
Lizzie is an ecologist with over 15 years of experience in the environmental management field; she has worked extensively in the government, non-profit and private consultancy sectors. Lizzie has a strong background in conservation management planning, ecological field surveys, biodiversity assessment, monitoring and reporting.
Lucinda Casey
Bachelor of Biodiversity & Conservation
Mid-level Ecologist
Lucinda is a mid-level ecologist with 6 years experience working as an ecological consultant and is a BOS Accredited Assessor. Lucinda has a background in restoration ecology, bush regeneration, ecological field surveys (including tree climbing/nest box management) and report writing.
Nathan Smith
Nathan Smith BSc Ecology MSc Science Communication ReOC/RePL certified
Nathan is an experienced ecologist, drone operator, and ecological filmmaker. A pioneer in drone technology for wildlife filming and surveying, he uses his expertise for ecological surveying, mapping, and thermal wildlife detection.
Daan Schiebaan
Daan has over 20 years of work experience. He is a multi-award-winning policy specialist with solid influence in a senior executive capacity and the ability to collaborate proactively with diverse stakeholders. He is a solution focused, proactive, experienced senior professional with extensive track record in leading teams towards the delivery of strategic, sustainable and cost-effective environmental sustainability outcomes across government, non-government, corporate and the academic sector.