Karl brings more than 12 years of experience in ecology and wildlife management to his role as Principal Consultant and Senior Business Manager at Biodiversity Australia. His career spans an impressive breadth of disciplines, and he approaches each with a balance of scientific rigour and genuine care for people and place.

Karl is highly regarded for his ability to translate complex ecological issues into clear, practical solutions. His recent work providing expert testimony in Federal Court and the NSW Land and Environment Court highlights the depth of his knowledge across species biology, ecological assessments and environmental legislation. He is known for his unwavering commitment to evidence-based outcomes.

Throughout his career, Karl has been instrumental in shaping industry-leading strategies to reduce human-wildlife conflict and improve social and environmental outcomes for Indigenous communities. He’s driven by a strong sense of purpose and a belief that good environmental management can create positive change for both ecosystems and people.

Karl’s leadership continues to guide Biodiversity Australia into new and exciting areas, inspiring innovation and strengthening our capability across every part of the business.