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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.
Ecological Restoration Team Member (Fixed term - 4 months) - Tauranga
Tauranga
Wildlands are seeking an Ecological Restoration Field Team Member to work fulltime, fixed term for a period of 4 months, to assist our Tauranga Branch, based at Tauriko.
The hourly rate range is $24.00 - $26.00, with the potential for a further increase when the core competencies of the role are met.
The role is to undertake ecological restoration work 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
If you are ready for your next venture and would like the opportunity to join our team, apply NOW. See our website www.wildlands.co.nz for further information on Wildland Consultants Ltd and how to apply for this position.
Please apply with a completed application form, your CV giving a detailed summary of your working experience, and any relevant training, and qualifications, including verified copies of current certificates.
Applications will close when a suitable candidate has been engaged.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Ecological Restoration Team Member (Fixed Term - 4 months) - Rotorua
Rotorua
Ecological Restoration Team Member (Fixed Term – 4 months)
Rotorua
Wildlands are seeking an Ecological Restoration Field Team Member to work fulltime, fixed term for a period of 4 months, to assist our Rotorua Branch.
The hourly rate range is $24.00 - $26.00, with the potential for a further increase when the core competencies of the role are met.
The role is to undertake ecological restoration work 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
If you are ready for your next venture and would like the opportunity to join our team, apply NOW. See our website www.wildlands.co.nz for further information on Wildland Consultants Ltd and how to apply for this position.
Please apply with a completed application form, your CV giving a detailed summary of your working experience, and any relevant training, and qualifications, including verified copies of current certificates.
Applications will close when a suitable candidate has been engaged.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
Ecological Restoration Project Supervisor - Auckland
Auckland
Wildland Consultants
Ecological Restoration Project Supervisor, Auckland
- Experienced Supervisor with proven people management skills and relevant field experience to lead ecological restoration implementation teams
- Committed to providing high-quality ecological restoration management services
We are seeking a passionate Ecological Restoration Project Supervisor to manage, coordinate, and deliver high quality results for our ecological restoration projects in Auckland. The position offers the scope for an experienced ecological restoration practitioner to lead, and work with our other passionate staff to develop our ecological restoration teams, within an award winning multi-disciplinary consultancy. There is an active field-based component to this role.
Key elements of the role are:
- Effective mentoring of people.
- Effective management of people.
- Attention to detail, and ability to manage time and data effectively.
- In-depth knowledge and experience of pest plant control and/or pest animal control/monitoring.
- Ability to meet internal and external performance criteria.
- Ability to effectively engage and communicate with clients, including community organisations.
The role will require effective written and oral communication skills, regularly leading/mentoring teams in the field, preparation of quotes/proposals, input into ecological restoration implementation plans, and progress and performance reporting.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
- A relevant tertiary qualification.
- A demonstratable interest and passion for working in the outdoors and achieving restoration goals.
- A positive, can-do attitude.
- Sound knowledge and experience of ecological implementation practices in the field, particularly pest plant control, pest animal control and monitoring, and revegetation planting.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, including stakeholder liaison experience.
- Decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Sound knowledge and experience of Health and Safety procedures.
- GPS use and other hand-held devices (e.g., phone, camera).
What we can offer:
We offer a great opportunity to develop your career in a leading NZ ecological consultancy working on complex and interesting projects, in a rewarding work environment, working with a large team of highly skilled and experienced restoration managers/specialists and ecologists.
We offer a great opportunity to work in a leading NZ ecological consultancy, committed to providing outstanding ecological services to sustain and improve our environments.
Please apply with our completed application form, your CV with a detailed summary of your experience including leading/managing staff, revegetation planting, pest plant and pest animal experience, and any relevant training, and qualifications, including verified copies of current certificates
Applications Close: 30 June 2025.
Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa. See our website www.wildlands.co.nz for further information on Wildland Consultants Ltd and how to apply for this position.