Conservation International Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Waingake Ngahere Ora - Field Team

This is a Full time job

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Restore native ngahere in the Waingake catchment through hands-on fieldwork, trapping, monitoring and weed control. Fixed term to July 2027.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

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This is a featured job

Regulatory and Policy Manager

at Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Incorporated

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

Help shape regulatory and policy outcomes for NZ dairy companies. Senior role working at the intersection of industry and government.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

Featured

Listed ten days ago

Penguin Keeper

at International Antarctic Experience Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24.50 – $25.50 per hour

Join a close-knit team at one of the most unique guest experience destinations

Join a close-knit team at one of the most unique guest experience destinations

You'll bring experience in animal care or a related field, strong observational skills, a genuine passion for wildlife, and the confidence to present.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Trainee Environmental Consultant

at Consultex Company Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Suitable for candidates with an environmental degree or construction experience.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Ecological Restoration Field Crew

at Scrub Ecology Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Wainui, Auckland

$27 – $30 per hour

Ongoing training and support.
Industry leading nursery.
Excellent team culture.

Ongoing training and support.
Industry leading nursery.
Excellent team culture.

Hands-on conservation work! Plant natives, control pests, and make a real impact with Scrub Ecology.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Wildlife Keeper

at Franz Josef Wildlife Centre

This is a Full time job

Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast

$27 – $35 per hour

Work hands-on with rare and iconic New Zealand wildlife.
Make a meaningful conservation impact.
Live and work in an extraordinary location .

Work hands-on with rare and iconic New Zealand wildlife.
Make a meaningful conservation impact.
Live and work in an extraordinary location .

This is a rare opportunity to play a hands-on role in the care and conservation advocacy of some of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured wildlife.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Environmental Project Supervisor

at Zolve Environmental Ltd

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Plenty of Variety– Mix of fieldwork, planning, reporting and problem-solving.
Career Growth– Learn and build skills across a diverse range of disciplines.
Supportive Team– Join a team that values trust, practical solutions, and humour.

Plenty of Variety– Mix of fieldwork, planning, reporting and problem-solving.
Career Growth– Learn and build skills across a diverse range of disciplines.
Supportive Team– Join a team that values trust, practical solutions, and humour.

Looking for a job with variety, purpose in some of NZ’s best landscapes? Join Zolve, from fieldwork to office work and everything between.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

1d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Community Engagement Lead

at Otara Waterways and Lake Trust

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland(Hybrid)

$37 – $42 per hour

Make a real difference in local communities and waterways
Diverse role combining community engagement and environmental action
Shape community-led environmental action through the Trust’s work

Make a real difference in local communities and waterways
Diverse role combining community engagement and environmental action
Shape community-led environmental action through the Trust’s work

Lead community engagement, flood resilience and illegal dumping behaviour change initiatives across Ōtara and South Auckland waterways.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

14d ago

Listed eight days ago

Graduate Ecologist

at Ecological Solutions Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Begin your ecological consulting career with a company that invests in its people, supports and rewards staff and values team work.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

8d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Graduate Professional to Intermediate Ecologist

at Morphum Environmental

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Are you motivated to create sustainable outcomes that will ensure a thriving ecosystem for future generations?

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

29d ago•Expiring

Listed six days ago

Ranger/Project Lead Community (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Partner with iwi, communities, and key stakeholders
Full time, fixed term position | Based in either Auckland CBD or Warkworth

Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Partner with iwi, communities, and key stakeholders
Full time, fixed term position | Based in either Auckland CBD or Warkworth

Play a critical role in a team of community rangers to lead the planning and delivery of community conservation initiatives.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

6d ago

Listed one day ago

Support Technician - Conservation, Horticulture and Campus Services

at NMIT - Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Richmond, Tasman

Generous leave provisions + EAP services + Free eye exams
Central location + vibrant campus environment
Modern onsite facilities such as onsite café + restaurant + sports facilities

Generous leave provisions + EAP services + Free eye exams
Central location + vibrant campus environment
Modern onsite facilities such as onsite café + restaurant + sports facilities

An opportunity has arisen for a Support Tech to join our team at our Richmond campus, supporting our Conservation, Horticulture and Campus Services.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

Zoo Groundskeeper

at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Inspiring environment working alongside passionate people
Competitive remuneration package and staff benefits
Enjoy free use of centre facilities plus a range of other benefits

Inspiring environment working alongside passionate people
Competitive remuneration package and staff benefits
Enjoy free use of centre facilities plus a range of other benefits

Hands-on role with a focus facilities management

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

3d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Restoration Field Workers

at NetYourJob

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

Hands-on work in an outdoor environment
Full training available
Supportive, close-knit team passionate about what they do

Hands-on work in an outdoor environment
Full training available
Supportive, close-knit team passionate about what they do

Looking for meaningful outdoor work where you can make a real difference to New Zealand’s environment?

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

21d ago

Listed six days ago

Geohazard Analyst

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science Limited

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$72,370 to $80,425 + KiwiSaver

Want to join a close-knit and supportive team?
Opportunity to make New Zealand safer by providing science to key stakeholders
Work with a world-class geohazards monitoring network and scientists

Want to join a close-knit and supportive team?
Opportunity to make New Zealand safer by providing science to key stakeholders
Work with a world-class geohazards monitoring network and scientists

Contribute to the safety of NZ by actively monitoring, analysing, and responding to geological hazards to provide 24/7 situational awareness.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Fishery Officer

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Varied field role—patrol waterways and tackle enforcement work
Protect NZ’s fisheries and support sustainable use for future
Strong training and career pathways within MPI

Varied field role—patrol waterways and tackle enforcement work
Protect NZ’s fisheries and support sustainable use for future
Strong training and career pathways within MPI

Protect NZ's fisheries in Hamilton—enforce rules, engage communities, and help safeguard our marine environment for the future.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Regulatory and Policy Manager

at Dairy Companies Association of New Zealand Incorporated

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

High-influence role working at the intersection of industry and government.
Help shape outcomes for a sector critical to New Zealand’s economy
Potential for remote or flexible working arrangements

Help shape regulatory and policy outcomes for NZ dairy companies. Senior role working at the intersection of industry and government.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Environmental Planning Officer

at Grey District Council

This is a Full time job

Greymouth Central, West Coast

$63,000 – $75,000 per year

A commitment to supporting you grow and develop
Professional, progressive and supports continuous learning
Off Street Parking

A commitment to supporting you grow and develop
Professional, progressive and supports continuous learning
Off Street Parking

Assist Council in meeting its obligations under the Resource Management Act 1991.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20h ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Junior Ranger - Te Rūnanga o Waihao

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Waimate, Canterbury

Hands-on conservation role restoring wetlands and protecting native species
Gain practical ranger training with mentorship from experienced team
Be part of a kaupapa Māori org preserving cultural and environmental taoka

Hands-on conservation role restoring wetlands and protecting native species
Gain practical ranger training with mentorship from experienced team
Be part of a kaupapa Māori org preserving cultural and environmental taoka

Support conservation projects by restoring habitats, monitoring biodiversity, and protecting wetlands while gaining hands-on ranger training.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

14d ago

Listed ten days ago

Fish & Game Environmental Planner

at Central South Island Fish & Game

This is a Full time job

Temuka, Canterbury

$90,000 – $105,000 per year

The Environmental Officer is responsible for consent monitoring and making submissions on resource consent applications and regional/district plans.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed eight days ago

Waingake Ngahere Ora - Field Team

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Restore native ngahere in the Waingake catchment through hands-on fieldwork, trapping, monitoring and weed control. Fixed term to July 2027.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

8d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Intermediate Ecologist

at Ecological Solutions Limited

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

If you thrive on a fast paced and collaborative environment within a focused and high performing team, apply today!

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

20d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Aviary Assistant

at Dunedin City Council

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Work with wildlife every day
Full-time or part-time hours available to suit your lifestyle
Great benefits including 5 weeks leave

Work with wildlife every day
Full-time or part-time hours available to suit your lifestyle
Great benefits including 5 weeks leave

Hands-on Aviary Assistant role caring for birds, maintaining enclosures, and supporting visitors in a unique Botanic Garden setting.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Animal Welfare Coordinator

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Auckland Airport, Auckland

GSR G $67,658 - $78,771 depending on skills

Support animal welfare compliance across New Zealand
National role with varied, meaningful casework
Additional MPI leave days

Support animal welfare compliance across New Zealand
National role with varied, meaningful casework
Additional MPI leave days

The role is responsible for ensuring efficient recording of and response to animal welfare incidents

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

6d ago

Listed two hours ago

Advisor, Funding and Data EEL

at Ministry of Education

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Bring your project experience to high profile initiatives
Ideal candidate has a customer focus and strong attention to detail
Be part of a supportive and engaged team

Bring your project experience to high profile initiatives
Ideal candidate has a customer focus and strong attention to detail
Be part of a supportive and engaged team

Exciting opportunity to join a team with a key role in the growth of International Education

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2h ago

Listed six days ago

Casual Geohazard Analyst

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science Limited

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Lower Hutt, Wellington

$36 – $40 per hour

Want to join a close-knit and supportive team?
Opportunity to make New Zealand safer by providing science to key stakeholders
Work with a world-class geohazards monitoring network and scientists

Want to join a close-knit and supportive team?
Opportunity to make New Zealand safer by providing science to key stakeholders
Work with a world-class geohazards monitoring network and scientists

Contribute to the safety of NZ by actively monitoring, analysing, and responding to geological hazards to provide 24/7 situational awareness.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed two hours ago

Biosecurity Officer

at Environment Canterbury

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Kaikoura, Canterbury

Life, and Income Protection Insurance

Deliver Canterbury’s Pest Management Plan as part of a high-performing team
Have the autonomy to organise your own work schedule
Enjoy working outdoors in outstanding locations across North Canterbury

Deliver Canterbury’s Pest Management Plan as part of a high-performing team
Have the autonomy to organise your own work schedule
Enjoy working outdoors in outstanding locations across North Canterbury

Work collaboratively to protect Canterbury’s economy and environment from invasive pest species

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

classification: Farming, Animals & Conservation(Farming, Animals & Conservation)

2h ago

Listed two days ago

Compliance Officer Biosecurity

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$77k to $86k p/a plus Kiwisaver and benefits

Deliver proactive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region
Mix of fieldwork, engagement and regulatory action in a dynamic team
Support Māori outcomes through education, collaboration and enforcement

Deliver proactive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region
Mix of fieldwork, engagement and regulatory action in a dynamic team
Support Māori outcomes through education, collaboration and enforcement

Drive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region with a mix of fieldwork, engagement, and regulatory action.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Sustainability Advisor

at Westpac New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary + range of leading employee b

Competitive salary + range of leading employee benefits
Hybrid role + centrally located offices in Britomart + WFH available
5 days wellbeing leave on top of annual leave

Competitive salary + range of leading employee benefits
Hybrid role + centrally located offices in Britomart + WFH available
5 days wellbeing leave on top of annual leave

This is a great opportunity for someone who’s passionate about how business can create positive environmental and social impact

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

10d ago

Listed nine days ago

Taiao Apprentice – Restoration, Horticulture and Biosecurity

at Porirua City Council

This is a Full time job

Porirua, Wellington

Earn the Living wage in this 4 year apprenticeship

Paid four-year apprenticeship with nationally recognised qualifications
Gain practical skills across horticulture, habitat restoration, & conservation
Support the care and restoration of Porirua’s parks and natural areas

Paid four-year apprenticeship with nationally recognised qualifications
Gain practical skills across horticulture, habitat restoration, & conservation
Support the care and restoration of Porirua’s parks and natural areas

Kickstart your environmental career with a paid apprenticeship restoring Porirua’s natural spaces.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Graduate Planner

at Environment Canterbury

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Life, and Income Protection Insurance

Support policy, plan development, and hearings work
Build your career in a supportive planning team
Flexible working and development opportunities

Support policy, plan development, and hearings work
Build your career in a supportive planning team
Flexible working and development opportunities

Start your planning career supporting regional policy, plan development, and hearings processes in Canterbury

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed seven days ago

Environmental Project Manager – Catchment Initiatives

at Central Plains Water Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

We are seeking an experienced environmental professional to lead the planning and delivery of environmental projects.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

126 conservation international jobs in New Zealand

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Waingake Ngahere Ora - Field Team

Regulatory and Policy Manager

Penguin Keeper

Trainee Environmental Consultant

Ecological Restoration Field Crew

Wildlife Keeper

Environmental Project Supervisor

Community Engagement Lead

Graduate Ecologist

Graduate Professional to Intermediate Ecologist

Ranger/Project Lead Community (Fixed term)

Support Technician - Conservation, Horticulture and Campus Services

Zoo Groundskeeper

Restoration Field Workers

Geohazard Analyst

Fishery Officer

Regulatory and Policy Manager

Environmental Planning Officer

Junior Ranger - Te Rūnanga o Waihao

Fish & Game Environmental Planner

Waingake Ngahere Ora - Field Team

Intermediate Ecologist

Aviary Assistant

Animal Welfare Coordinator

Advisor, Funding and Data EEL

Casual Geohazard Analyst

Biosecurity Officer

Compliance Officer Biosecurity

Sustainability Advisor

Taiao Apprentice – Restoration, Horticulture and Biosecurity

Graduate Planner

Environmental Project Manager – Catchment Initiatives

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