Our Team

Michael Hallinan – Senior Ecologist, AQF Level 5 Consulting Arborist & Operations Manager

Michael leads our team with over 25 years of workplace expertise in environmental management, specialising in ecological and arboricultural assessments for development and conservation projects.

Michael’s workplace experience includes ecologist and arborist planning and assessment roles with both Lismore and Byron Shire Councils and the NSW State Government.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Resource Management), Southern Cross University.

  • Diploma in Arboriculture, Wollongbar TAFE, AQF level 5 Consulting Arborist (AQF 5).

  • Associate Diploma in Horticulture – Arboriculture, Hawkesbury Agricultural College, now the University of Western Sydney.

Annika Hallinan – Principal Ecologist, AQF Level 5 Consulting Arborist

Annika brings over a decade of experience in managing natural resources having successfully led various projects throughout the Northern Rivers region,

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Applied Science (Environmental Resource Management), Southern Cross University.

  • Diploma in Arboriculture, Training for Trees, AQF level 5 Consulting Arborist (AQF 5).

  • Registered Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) Assessor

Jordan Rochfort – AQF Level 5 Consulting Arborist

Jordan offers expertise in fauna management and tree assessment, reporting and strategic planning.

Qualifications

  • Diploma in Arboriculture, Training for Trees, AQF level 5 Consulting Arborist (AQF 5).

  • Registered Quantified Tree Risk Assessment (QTRA) Assessor

  • 22652VIC Course in Reptile and Venomous Snake Handling

Certifications and Insurances

Certifications

Scientific Licence: SL100965, for ecological survey and consultancy under the Part 2 Biodiversity Conservation Act 2016.

  • Biodiversity Assessment Method (BAM) Accredited Assessor: BAAS21025, Department of Planning and Environment.

  • WorkCover Construction Induction Training (OH&S White Card) 

  • Partnering with Aboriginal Communities: North Coast Institute of TAFE.

  • Bushfire Planning and Assessment for Local Government Officers: NSW Rural Fire Service.

  • Environmental Education for Local Government Officers: NSW Stormwater Trust, Grafton.

Insurances

ArborEcological Pty Ltd ensures comprehensive coverage to support the quality and safety of our services. Our insurance portfolio includes:

  • Professional Indemnity Insurance: Provides coverage against claims of negligence or professional misconduct in our consulting services.

  • Public Liability Insurance: Covers claims for injury or property damage caused by our activities, safeguarding both our clients and the public.

  • Workers’ Compensation Insurance: Ensures that our employees are protected and compensated in the event of work-related injuries.

At ArborEcological Pty Ltd, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of practice and safety in all our ecological and arboricultural projects.