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Senior Freshwater Ecologist - Christchurch

Christchurch

WILDLANDS HAS A ROLE AVAILABLE FOR A FRESHWATER ECOLOGIST IN CHRISTCHURCH THAT BELIEVES IN BETTER QUALITY ENVIRONMENTS.

Wildland Consultants is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading ecological providers, with a reputation based on outstanding services and integrity, making a real difference for people and the environment.

We are committed to providing high quality and cost-effective ecological information, advice and technical services to a wide range of clients. Our company purpose is to provide outstanding ecological services to sustain and improve our environments. Our valued team strive to achieve this for our clients, our communities, and our environment.

Wildlands has a long-proven record of working with our clients to solve complex ecological issues, and achieve effective outcomes for them, and Aotearoa New Zealand’s biodiversity.

JOIN:

  • A company where people, clients and the environment come first.
  • A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility.
  • A highly engaged and respected team of highly experienced professional who love working together.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

A talented and experienced Freshwater Ecologist to be a part of our high performing and motivated Ecology Team in Christchurch.

A person who can provide relevant specialist knowledge in the area of freshwater ecology in New Zealand. Someone who can provide high quality outputs for clients on ecological projects.

MUST HAVE:

  • A post-graduate degree in freshwater ecology.
  • 3 – 5 years of relevant professional experience.
  • Experience in ecological effects assessments, ecological survey work, management and restoration of natural areas.
  • Project and budget management skills.
  • Passion and commitment to excellent leadership with proven people management skills.
  • An understanding of where to focus your team’s efforts, how to play to people’s strengths.
  • Great communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to build productive working relationships and work collaboratively.
  • Proven ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current and potential clients.
  • The ability to work independently and part of a team.
  • Memberships with appropriate professional bodies.
  • Full current New Zealand driver’s licence.
  • 4WD experience.

If you are interested in what we are looking for and possess all or most of these skills, and are keen to be involved in a wide range of projects delivering innovative and sustainable solutions, working and leading a team of very knowledgeable ecologists, then we would like to hear from you.

WHAT WE OFFER:

An opportunity to join our Aotearoa New Zealand owned and operated ecological consultancy that is dynamic, flexible and expanding, and where our values drive everything, we do.

A career at Wildlands gives the opportunity to be part of a team of very experienced ecologists in a supportive work environment. We are committed to investing in our people, we provide support for professional development and provide mentoring to help you grow and take the next step with your career.

We are proud of the company culture, our reputation and value each team member’s contribution.

Benefits: Flexible Working Environment, Competitive Salary plus benefits. Wildlands has a strong workplace culture with a focus on wellbeing. Reward and recognition to celebrate the great things our Wildlands whanau achieve, either as a team, or as individuals and an opportunity to work with a great team. Prospect of diverse roles within the company, diverse geographic locations, and opportunities to work or relocate around the country and progress your career.

Christchurch: With stunning natural scenery, botanic gardens, large urban spaces, and historical buildings, Christchurch is the perfect place for those who love the outdoors. Bordered by Port Hills and the Pacific Ocean, Christchurch sits on the edge of the Canterbury Plains and stretches to the Southern Alps. Residents benefit from skiing and windsurfing to mountain biking and rafting.

If you are a passionate Freshwater Ecologist with a genuine interest in making a difference for indigenous biodiversity, we invite you to apply.

See our website www.wildlands.co.nz for further information on Wildland Consultants Ltd and how to apply for this position.

Applications will close when a suitable candidate has been recruited.

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

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