Jodi Pilborough is a strategic Tender Coordinator with more than 15 years of experience leading high-value bids across Defence, government, mining, environmental services and tourism. At Biodiversity Australia, she manages over 600 tenders each year, contributing to major long-term contract wins and the company’s continued growth.

Known for her calm, collaborative style, Jodi brings strong capability in compliance, procurement and stakeholder engagement, supported by ISO9001, ISO45001 and ISO14001 frameworks. She is also a natural storyteller, with an exceptional ability to articulate Biodiversity Australia’s mission, values and purpose to our valued clients, often helping them truly understand who we are and what drives our work.

Passionate about continuous improvement, Jodi plays an integral role in shaping sustainable, long-term success across the business.

“My career is guided by a deep connection with both nature and culture, and an undeniable drive to create meaningful impact. Experiencing some of the world’s most beautiful and fragile places has taught me how inseparable people, place, and the environment truly are. As a yoga practitioner, I value balance and harmony—principles I see reflected in the natural world. Working in an environmental consultancy gives me the opportunity to help preserve that balance, ensuring the work I do each day not only aligns with my personal values but also leaves a lasting, positive legacy for ecosystems and communities alike.”