Ecological Associates Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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)

3d ago

Listed one day 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)

1d ago

Listed ten days ago

Pest Free Howick - Ecological Restoration Coordinator

at Otara Waterways and Lake Trust

Immediate start

This is a Part time job

Howick, Auckland(Hybrid)

$33 – $35 per hour

Help restore some of Howick’s most valued natural spaces
Lead and support volunteers making real environmental change
Join a passionate, community-driven conservation team

Help restore some of Howick’s most valued natural spaces
Lead and support volunteers making real environmental change
Join a passionate, community-driven conservation team

Lead restoration projects, support volunteers, and inspire communities to protect nature across Howick Ward

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

10d ago

Listed twenty two 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)

22d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Analyst, Built Environment and Energy Transition

at Climate Change Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Full time, permanent position
Energy and transport expertise delivering on of Climate Change Response Act
Flexible and inclusive working practices

Full time, permanent position
Energy and transport expertise delivering on of Climate Change Response Act
Flexible and inclusive working practices

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and motivated quantitative analyst or modeller to join us as an Analyst

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

7h ago

Listed fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed ten days ago

Ecological Restoration Team Members - Fixed Term

at Wildland Consultants

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Wildlands are seeking an Ecological Restoration Field Team Member to work fulltime, fixed term for a period of approximately 6 weeks, from 25 May 2026

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

10d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Pest Free Howick Project Manager

at Otara Waterways and Lake Trust

Immediate start

This is a Part time job

Howick, Auckland(Hybrid)

$40 – $45 per hour

Lead meaningful environmental change across Howick
Flexible, purpose-driven work with real community impact
Inspire and support communities to connect, restore, and thrive

Lead meaningful environmental change across Howick
Flexible, purpose-driven work with real community impact
Inspire and support communities to connect, restore, and thrive

Lead community conservation projects across Howick Ward in a flexible, purpose-driven environmental leadership role.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

13d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Senior Investment Analyst - Forestry

at Craigmore Corporate

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Remote)

Competitive salary package
Flexible working arrangements
Work at the intersection of investment, sustainability, and land use

Competitive salary package
Flexible working arrangements
Work at the intersection of investment, sustainability, and land use

Shape high-value forestry investments at a leading sustainable asset manager! Christchurch-based or remote working available.

subClassification: Corporate Finance & Investment BankingCorporate Finance & Investment Banking

classification: Banking & Financial Services(Banking & Financial Services)

17d ago

Listed six hours ago

Ranger Biodiversity

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Whangarei, Northland(Hybrid)

Support DOC's Tara Iti recovery programme
Enjoy a balance of office and field-based work
Permanent, fulltime position | based in Whangārei

Support DOC's Tara Iti recovery programme
Enjoy a balance of office and field-based work
Permanent, fulltime position | based in Whangārei

Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

6h ago

Listed seven hours ago

Ranger

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Greymouth, West Coast

Hands-on outdoor role maintaining visitor & heritage assets
Tracks, huts, campgrounds & structures upkeep
Greymouth-based | Full-time | $61K-$67K

Hands-on outdoor role maintaining visitor & heritage assets
Tracks, huts, campgrounds & structures upkeep
Greymouth-based | Full-time | $61K-$67K

Outdoor Ranger role in Greymouth maintaining tracks, huts, and visitor sites while supporting conservation and heritage assets.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

7h ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed four days ago

Environmental and Heritage Advisor

at PAE (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Diverse role across environment, heritage and sustainability
Influence environmental outcomes at RNZAF Base Ohakea
Work within a unique and operational Defence environment

Diverse role across environment, heritage and sustainability
Influence environmental outcomes at RNZAF Base Ohakea
Work within a unique and operational Defence environment

Support environmental, heritage and sustainability outcomes at RNZAF Base Ohakea.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed one hour ago

Resource/Senior Resource Advisor - Wellington

at Greater Wellington

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$77,666-$121,656 incl. all benefits

Join a team with a passion for improving our environment
Grow and prosper with a range of learning and development opportunities
Flexible working to suit your life and whānau

Join a team with a passion for improving our environment
Grow and prosper with a range of learning and development opportunities
Flexible working to suit your life and whānau

Provide advice on natural resource management, assess & process consents, monitor compliance, & investigate environmental incidents & non-compliance.

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1h ago

Listed four hours ago

Environmental Project Manager – Catchment Initiatives

at Central Plains Water Limited

Be an early applicant

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)

4h ago

Listed one hour ago

Resource Advisor/Senior Resource Advisor - Masterton

at Greater Wellington

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Masterton, Wellington

$77,666-$121,656 incl. all benefits

Grow and prosper with a range of learning & development opportunities
Join a team with a passion for improving our environment
Flexible working to suit your life and whānau

Grow and prosper with a range of learning & development opportunities
Join a team with a passion for improving our environment
Flexible working to suit your life and whānau

Advise on natural resource management, process consents, carry out compliance inspections & audits, & respond to environmental incidents.

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1h ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Junior Consultant

at All Clear Group NZ

This is a Full time job

Epsom, Auckland

Salary + Company Vehicle, Fuel Card and iPhone

Performance reviews with opportunities to share the rewards of business growth
Dedicated team and mentors who will support you to extend your current skills
Ongoing external health monitoring

Performance reviews with opportunities to share the rewards of business growth
Dedicated team and mentors who will support you to extend your current skills
Ongoing external health monitoring

Are you looking to kick-start or grow your career in environmental science? Join our Auckland-based team and allow your work to make a real impact.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

23d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Ranger Heritage and Visitors

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Greymouth Central, West Coast

Lead maintenance of Paparoa Great Walk & Pike tracks
Huts, bridges & visitor sites upkeep in remote areas
Greymouth-based | Full-time | $65K-$76K

Lead maintenance of Paparoa Great Walk & Pike tracks
Huts, bridges & visitor sites upkeep in remote areas
Greymouth-based | Full-time | $65K-$76K

Lead Ranger role maintaining Paparoa Track, huts, and visitor sites while supporting conservation in remote West Coast environments.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

7h ago

Listed four hours ago

Compliance Support Coordinator

at Otago Regional Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Approx. $64,000 - $76,000

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

If you are detailed-oriented and enjoy working in a team environment, then this is the role for you!

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

4h ago

Listed eight days ago

Camera Data Analyst

at Banks Peninsula Conservation Trust

This is a Part time job

Tai Tapu, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Camera Data Analyst supporting predator detection, image analysis, and rapid operational responses across Banks Peninsula.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

8d ago

Listed three 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)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Locality Officer

at Waitaki District Council

This is a Full time job

Oamaru North, Otago(Hybrid)

Connect Council and community in a varied, people-focused role making a real difference across the Waitaki District.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty two days ago

Sustainability Coordinator

at WM New Zealand

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Discounted health insurance and discount on various products
Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration & recognition

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Discounted health insurance and discount on various products
Become part of a close-knit team that values collaboration & recognition

Sustainability Coordinator position at WM New Zealand in Auckland, New Zealand, focusing on carbon reduction and sustainability initiatives.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

22d ago

Listed one day ago

Environmental Marine Research Scientist - Oceanography

at Cawthron

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Join a world-class Science Institute.
Develop and lead impactful bio-physical marine modelling research.
Shape projects, partnerships, and funding outcomes.

Join a world-class Science Institute.
Develop and lead impactful bio-physical marine modelling research.
Shape projects, partnerships, and funding outcomes.

Lead bio-physical marine environmental research with real‑world impact – join a world‑class science institute delivering solutions for healthy oceans.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Principal Compliance Advisor - Biosecurity

at Otago Regional Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Approx. $101,000 - $119,000

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

If you are keen on providing technical advice and working with the community on biosecurity compliance, then this is the role for you!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8h ago

109 ecological associates jobs in New Zealand

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Intermediate Ecologist

Graduate Professional to Intermediate Ecologist

Travel behaviour change team

Penguin Keeper

Graduate Ecologist

Pest Free Howick - Ecological Restoration Coordinator

Graduate Professional to Intermediate Ecologist

Intermediate Ecologist

Ecological Restoration Field Crew

Analyst, Built Environment and Energy Transition

Restoration Field Workers

Ecological Restoration Team Members - Fixed Term

Sustainability Advisor

Pest Free Howick Project Manager

Community Engagement Lead

Senior Investment Analyst - Forestry

Ranger Biodiversity

Ranger

Graduate Planner

Environmental and Heritage Advisor

Resource/Senior Resource Advisor - Wellington

Environmental Project Manager – Catchment Initiatives

Resource Advisor/Senior Resource Advisor - Masterton

Junior Consultant

Ranger Heritage and Visitors

Compliance Support Coordinator

Camera Data Analyst

Fish & Game Environmental Planner

Locality Officer

Sustainability Coordinator

Environmental Marine Research Scientist - Oceanography

Principal Compliance Advisor - Biosecurity

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