Current vacancies

Ecologists and Biosecurity Specialists - various locations

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 experience professional ecologists who love working together

Our Ecology teams are growing fast!

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Senior Ecologist with 3+ years’ experience based out of our Auckland office - experience of NZ botany and plant ecology, restoration biology and ecological management ideal

• Principal Ecologist with 5+ years’ consultancy experience based out of our Auckland office – sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa is essential

• Senior Consulting Ecologist with a post-graduate degree in ecology based out of our Hamilton office. Familiar with ecological requirements/provisions of planning regulations in the Waikato Region would be ideal

• Vegetation Ecologist or Botanist with a post-graduate degree in ecology/botany or higher based out of our Tauranga office – experience with common bird species (forest and wetland) would be useful

• Vegetation Ecologist or Botanist with a post graduate degree in ecology/botany or higher based out of our Rotorua office – sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa is essential

• Senior Freshwater Ecologist with 8+ years of relevant professional experience based out of our Wellington office.

• Principal/Senior Ecologist based out of our Wellington office – experience with writing tender responses, contract reports, and managing fieldwork, vegetation, flora, fauna and freshwater ecosystems experience ideal

• Ecologist or Botanist with a post-graduate degree in ecology/botany or higher based out of our Wellington office.

• Senior Ecologist or Ecologist (Freshwater) with 5+ years of relevant professional experience based in Gisborne/Napier.

• Field Ecologist and Team Leader with a qualification in ecology/botany or equivalent based out of our Invercargill office. Good plant identification skills essential.

MUST HAVE:

• Consultancy experience (Desirable)
• Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge
• Experience in ecological effects assessment, management and restoration

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 with a team of very knowledgeable ecologists, then we would like to hear from you.

WHAT WE OFFER:

An opportunity to join a New Zealand owned and operated consultancy owned by employees 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 professional 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 our company culture our reputation and value each team member’s contribution.

Wildlands is also proud to be Carbon Neutral and have Toitu Enviromark Diamond Accreditation.

Hours: Preferred hours are 40 hours per week Monday to Friday (flexibility will be considered).

Benefits of working for our team include a flexible and supportive working environment. Competitive salary, plus benefits. Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people, and the opportunity to work with a great team. Opportunity of diverse roles within the company, diverse geographic locations, and prospects to shift around the country.

If you are ready for your next venture and would like the opportunity to join our team, apply NOW.

Applications will close when suitable candidates have been recruited.

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

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Ecological Restoration Field Staff - Auckland, Tauranga, Rotorua

Auckland, Tauranga, Rotorua, Christchurch

Wildlands are seeking fulltime permanent Ecological Restoration Field Team members for our Auckland, Tauranga, and Rotorua branches. These roles are to undertake ecological restoration works which includes pest plant control, planting and pest animal control.

It is essential that you have a willingness to contribute and work in a team, are physically fit, and have a passion for working outdoors in all sorts of weather. The work involves the use of agrichemicals (herbicides), animal toxins (poisons), and traps on a regular basis. Some work may involve staying away in remote areas in basic accommodation.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• A positive attitude
• A genuine interest in working in the outdoors and achieving conservation goals
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good decision making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• A good work ethic, efficient and H&S conscious
• A good level of fitness
• Full NZ drivers licence (preferred)

On the job training and mentoring will be provided, including:

• Agrichemical handling (mixing and application)
• Pest plant control methods
• Plant identification
• Planting
• Hand held GPS use
• Use and maintenance of hand tools

Additional formal training will be provided as appropriate, and may include:

• Growsafe
• Controlled substance licence
• Chainsaw
• 4WD
• LUV/Quad bike

Please apply with our completed application form, your CV with a detailed summary of your working experience, and any relevant training, and qualifications, including verified copies of current certificates.

Please state which branch you are applying for on your application.

Applications Close: Ongoing

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

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Operations Manager - Tauranga

Tauranga

WILDLANDS IS LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED ECOLOGICAL OPERATIONS MANAGER THAT IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING HIGH-QUALITY ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION MANAGEMENT SERVICES – BASED IN TAURANGA.

We are looking for a dynamic Ecological Restoration Operations Manager to manage, coordinate, and expand our ecological restoration projects in Tauranga. The position offers the scope for an experienced Manager to lead and develop ecological restoration teams, within an award winning multi-disciplinary consultancy.

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 experience professional ecologists who love working together

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

Someone with extraordinary organisational abilities with proven experience in people management to manage our ecological restoration teams.

Key skills are project management, result reporting, client liaison and the ability to fit into a unique team deeply committed to promoting sustainability values in the work we deliver.

Reporting to the Auckland Regional Ecological Restoration Manager you will:

• Manage the client projects to meet internal and external performance criteria, internal and external reporting.
• Manage large scale restoration projects, from planning through to delivery. Your in-depth knowledge and experience of pest plant control and/or pest animal control, as well as Health and Safety practices and procedures in the field will help to ensure the success of often challenging restoration work.

The Ecological Operations Manager will:

• Be an experienced project manager who can plan, manage, and document the implantation of projects.
• Possess strong technical knowledge of predator control and monitoring, and of ecological and habitat restoration methods and principles.
• Be able to manage the implementation of field-based operations in a strategic and methodical manner.
• Have a strong knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Write reports to a high standard and liaise with clients in a professional manner.
• Follow sound financial and contract management principles.
• Have sound computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Enjoy managing a team and working alongside key clients whilst also being able to drive projects autonomously.
• Be terrific at developing high trust relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Have a solid understanding of the broader environmental and sustainability sectors.
• Be excited about creating ideas for sustainable futures, and getting projects organised.

What we can offer:

An opportunity for you to work on complex and interesting projects, in a rewarding work environment, with a supportive team.

We are proud of our company culture our reputation and value each team members contribution.

Wildlands is also proud to be Carbon Neutral and have Toitu Enviromark Diamond Accreditation.

Hours: Preferred hours are 40 per week Monday to Friday (flexibility can be considered).

Benefits: Competitive Salary plus benefits, and the opportunity to work with a great team.

Applications will close when a suitable candidate has been engaged.

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

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Biosecurity Officer - Tauranga

Tauranga

JOIN:

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

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

Someone who has a genuine interest in working outdoors in all weathers, is a team player, relates well to a wide range of people, physically fit with the ability to work alone or within a team. That has the drive to do a great job which includes visiting new and ongoing weed infestation sites throughout the Central Coastal Bay of Plenty Region.

Someone who has exceptional skills in time management, the capability to communicate effectively, ability to plan, make decisions and problem-solve.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Strong plant identification skills
• Skilled at landowner liaison
• Hands on weed control experience
• Health, safety and environmentally conscious
• Traffic control level 1
• 4WD
• Authorised person
• First Aid Certificate
• Growsafe Certificate

Preferred applicants will hold CURRENT relevant qualifications and experience however, training in these areas is also provided if required. A clean full NZ drivers’ license is essential.

What we can offer:

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

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

Wildlands is also proud to be Carbon Neutral and have Toitu Enviromark Diamond Accreditation.

If you are ready for your next venture and would like the opportunity to join our team, apply NOW.

Applications will close when a suitable candidate has been engaged.

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

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Office Manager/Executive Assistant - Rotorua

Rotorua

We are currently seeking a self-motivated Office Manager and Executive Assistant to join the team in our Head Office based in Rotorua. The overall focus of this position is to provide quality management of the day-to-day operation of the Rotorua Office in conjunction with the CE, Rotorua Ecology Team Leader and Rotorua Ecological Restoration Manager, and executive support to the Chief Executive and Directors.

If you have the following skills and capabilities, we would love to hear from you.

• Previous office management and executive assistant experience.
• Experience and/or ability to manage supplier/customer relationships, good writing skills, commercial contracts and products.

• Good working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other professional staff.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal staff.
• Able to work under pressure to complete multiple tasks, so an ability to manage time and workload is essential.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret end user information requirements, and to develop appropriate systems and/or applications solutions.
• Able to work under pressure to complete projects, so an ability to manage time and workload is essential.
• A full drivers licence and the ability to drive a manual transmission.
• H&S awareness.

Some key tasks include:

• Executive assistance to the CE.

• Day to day management of the Rotorua Office.
• Liaison with landlord.
• Staff management.
• Website content maintenance.
• Internal communication.
• Anticipating needs of others.
• Coordinate and oversee the national support team (staff in 5 other offices)
• Weekly newsletter.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, and you will need to be professional and driven to succeed. Flexibility and adaptability will be the key to your success in this role, along with a positive attitude, and the ability to deliver exceptional customer service to a range of people.

See our website https://www.wildlands.co.nz/company/jobs-at-wildlands/ for further information on Wildland Consultants Ltd and how to apply for this position.

We provide outstanding ecological services to sustain and improve our environments.

Applications will close when a suitable applicant is found.

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

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Ecological Restoration Team Leader - Rotorua

Rotorua

We are seeking a fulltime permanent Team Leader position at Wildlands Rotorua. This role is to lead small teams (2-6 staff) in the field undertaking ecological restoration works which includes pest plant control, planting, and pest animal control.

A professional Team Leader with a minimum of three years’ experience is required. It is essential that you have a positive attitude, are able to communicate effectively to staff, have excellent planning and problem-solving skills and are efficient in time management. This role involves leading a team on ecological restoration sites throughout the Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions. You will be regularly working away on jobs and staying in basic accommodation including, but not limited to back country huts, shearers quarters, and campgrounds/caravan parks. The work requires staff to use agrichemicals (herbicides), and vertebrate toxins (poisons) in a safe manner.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• A genuine interest in working in the outdoors and achieving restoration goals.
• Thorough knowledge and experience in mentoring and training existing and new staff.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• A good work ethic, efficient and H&S conscious.
• GPS use and other hand held devices (e.g. phone, camera).
• An excellent level of fitness.
• Full NZ drivers licence and confident driving manual 4WD utes.
• Can confidently tow (and reverse) a trailer.
• Thorough knowledge and experience of indigenous planting, and pest plant and animal monitoring and control.

Preferred applicants will hold CURRENT relevant qualifications and experience. These include Growsafe (Standard or Registered Chemical Applicator), First Aid, Chainsaw, 4WD, Controlled Substance Licence (CSL), ATV and SiteSafe Passport (or equivalent). A clean full driver’s license for manual vehicles is essential.

Please apply with your CV with a detailed summary of your experience supervising/managing revegetation planting, pest plant and animal projects, and any relevant training, and qualifications, including verified copies of current certificates.

Applications Close: Ongoing

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

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Ecology Team Leader - Wellington

Wellington

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 experienced ecologist to lead our high performing and motivated Ecology Team in our Dunedin office.

A person who has a commitment to providing fit-for-purpose information to support good decisions and is a strategic thinker who relishes working at the interface between evidence and decision making.

Someone who puts people first, values diversity, and enjoys leading a team to develop and grow.

MUST HAVE:

• Consultancy experience (desirable).
• Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge.
• Experience in ecological effects assessments, management and restoration of natural areas.
• Ability to think strategically, and work proactively towards Wildlands Strategic vision.
• 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.
• Experience in working with ambiguity and dealing with complex problems.
• An understanding of the importance of other knowledge bases and information sources (including mātauranga Māori).
• A post-graduate qualification in ecology. In particular, good knowledge and experience of New Zealand botany and plant ecology, restoration biology and ecological management or expertise in another field of ecology.

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 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.

Wellington : Surrounded by nature and fuelled by creative energy, Wellington is a compact city with a powerful mix of culture, history, nature and cuisine. The city is home to many museums, theatres and arts festivals, including Te Papa Tongarewa (the Museum of New Zealand), the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, the Royal New Zealand Ballet, and the biennial Festival of the Arts. The city is situated alongside Wellington Harbour and surrounded by natural beauty.

If you are ready for your next venture and would like the opportunity to join our team, apply NOW.

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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Ecologist - Herpetofauna Wellington

Wellington

JOIN:

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

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

A talented and passionate herpetofauna ecologist who has a thorough understanding of best-practice lizard monitoring programmes, surveys and inventories.

Someone who values diversity, and enjoys supporting a team of senior ecologists.

MUST HAVE:

• Consultancy experience (desirable)
• Post Graduate Degree in Ecology, Lizards, Biology or related field
• Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge
• Sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa, preferably with specialist knowledge of particular species/groups, particularly lizards
• Comprehensive knowledge of herpetology and ecological management
• Report writing skills
• Ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current potential clients

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 with a team of very knowledgeable ecologists, then we would like to hear from you.

WHAT WE OFFER:

An opportunity to join a New Zealand owned and operated consultancy owned by employees 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 professional 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 our company culture our reputation and value each team member’s contribution.

Wildlands is also proud to be Carbon Neutral and have Toitu Enviromark Diamond Accreditation.

Hours: Preferred hours are 40 hours per week Monday to Friday (flexibility will be considered).

Benefits of working for our team include a flexible and supportive working environment. Competitive salary, plus benefits. Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people, and the opportunity to work with a great team. Opportunity of diverse roles within the company, diverse geographic locations, and prospects to shift around the country.

If you are ready for your next venture and would like the opportunity to join our team, apply NOW.

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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Ecology Team Leader - Dunedin

Dunedin

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 experienced ecologist to lead our high performing and motivated Ecology Team in our Dunedin office.

A person who has a commitment to providing fit-for-purpose information to support good decisions and is a strategic thinker who relishes working at the interface between evidence and decision making.

Someone who puts people first, values diversity, and enjoys leading a team to develop and grow.

MUST HAVE:

• Consultancy experience (desirable).
• Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge.
• Experience in ecological effects assessments, management and restoration of natural areas.
• Ability to think strategically, and work proactively towards Wildlands Strategic vision.
• 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.
• Experience in working with ambiguity and dealing with complex problems.
• An understanding of the importance of other knowledge bases and information sources (including mātauranga Māori).
• A post-graduate qualification in ecology. In particular, good knowledge and experience of New Zealand botany and plant ecology, restoration biology and ecological management or expertise in another field of ecology.

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 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.

Dunedin: Is a region of unique landscapes and fascinating cultural history. You can enjoy getting close to rare wildlife and soak up the quirky city vibe. Dunedin is surrounded by dramatic hills and at the foot of a long, picturesque harbour, Dunedin is one of the best-preserved Victoria and Edwardian cities in the Southern Hemisphere. Dunedin is a fantastic city for cycling, offering a compact layout, great mountain biking tracks and great views from the peaks.

If you are ready for your next venture and would like the opportunity to join our team, apply NOW.

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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