Catchment Management Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Daily Operations Manager

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This is a Full time job

Take on a varied, hands-on role with day-to-day responsibility, practical work, and the chance to work across all areas of the operation.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

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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)

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Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed five hours ago

Environmental Project Supervisor

at Zolve Environmental Ltd

Be an early applicant

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)

5h ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Catchment Worker - Civil Construction

at Hawkes Bay Regional Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Work with a team that loves what it does
Positive culture and impactful work in our Works Group team
Life insurance and income protection

Work with a team that loves what it does
Positive culture and impactful work in our Works Group team
Life insurance and income protection

Are you an experienced multi-skilled person who takes pride in your work, is committed to safe work practice and wants to work in a positive team?

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

22d ago

Listed five 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)

5d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Kiwifruit Collections Field Support (Sample Reception Coordinator)

at Pinpoint Hort Lab Services

This is a Full time job

Te Puke, Bay of Plenty

Excellent career growth and development opportunities
Remuneration package includes KPI bonus and private health insurance
Free onsite parking

Excellent career growth and development opportunities
Remuneration package includes KPI bonus and private health insurance
Free onsite parking

An exciting opportunity to join our innovative and growing Pinpoint team as Sample Reception Coordinator, based in Te Puke!

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

12d ago

Listed seven 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)

7d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Graduate Professional to Intermediate Ecologist

at Morphum Environmental

Expiring soon

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)

28d ago

Listed eight days ago

Project & Events Manager

at Evolve Outdoors Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Ngauranga, Wellington

Drive the project plan with leadership team on a major U.S. expansion project
A hands-on role for a real team player who loves making things happen
Open to your background - project coordination & events experience a must!

Drive the project plan with leadership team on a major U.S. expansion project
A hands-on role for a real team player who loves making things happen
Open to your background - project coordination & events experience a must!

Drive projects and events, keeping everything on track and getting things done. Work across the team to bring structure, momentum, and follow-through.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

8d ago

Listed nine 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)

9d ago

Listed six days ago

Murupara Catchment Lead

at Te Taumata o Ngāti Whakaue Iho Ake Trust

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Organisation's vision of supporting educational success
Positive engagement and Improved attendance
Solutions-focused and adaptable to change

Organisation's vision of supporting educational success
Positive engagement and Improved attendance
Solutions-focused and adaptable to change

Demonstrates empathy and respect in all interactions with tamariki, whānau, and colleagues. Culturally competent with a commitment to Te Arawa tikanga

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

6d ago

Listed twenty three hours ago

Daily Operations Manager

at Hunter Ag Services Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

Take on a varied, hands-on role with day-to-day responsibility, practical work, and the chance to work across all areas of the operation.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

23h ago

Listed one day ago

Environmental Monitoring Officer - Water & Wastes

at Northland Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Generous leave allowance
Fun and supportive workplace culture
Help safeguard the environment in Taitokerau

Generous leave allowance
Fun and supportive workplace culture
Help safeguard the environment in Taitokerau

Be part of work that matters - getting out on the ground to investigate, engage, and protect Northland’s environment

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

1d ago

Listed sixteen 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)

16d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Farm & Field Operations Manager - Strawberry Farm

at Best Berries NZ

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Kumeu, Auckland

Hands-on manager to lead daily berry farm field operations, working with the team to plan tasks, solve problems, and keep crops healthy.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

27d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Irrigation and Plant Health Manager

at Pāmu

This is a Full time job

Kerikeri, Northland

Competitive salary
Health and life insurance
Up to 4% Kiwisaver matching

Competitive salary
Health and life insurance
Up to 4% Kiwisaver matching

Experience the Best of Both Worlds – Live and Work in Beautiful Kerikeri

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

12d ago

Listed nine hours ago

Team Leader Animal Control and Education

at Palmerston North City Council

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This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$78,875 - $92,794

Lead a high-performing animal management and education team
Support community safety through education and enforcement
Drive animal welfare and continuous service improvement

Lead a high-performing animal management and education team
Support community safety through education and enforcement
Drive animal welfare and continuous service improvement

Lead animal management and education services that help keep Palmerston North safe, responsible, and animal friendly.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

9h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Manager - Infrastructure

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$190,000 – $220,000 per year

Lead high‑impact programmes safeguarding people, land and infrastructure.
Relocation costs + Additional Leave + WFH +Flexible Working + Extra Sick Leave.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Lead high‑impact programmes safeguarding people, land and infrastructure.
Relocation costs + Additional Leave + WFH +Flexible Working + Extra Sick Leave.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Leads Waikato’s flood, river and drainage systems, delivering programmes that safeguard communities and ensure sustainable, resilient infrastructure.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

13d ago

Listed nineteen 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)

19d ago

Listed eight days ago

Field Operator - Plant Pest | Pleasant Point

at Rentokil Initial

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive Salary + Employee Benefits

Be in the front line of conservation efforts in NZ!
Be apart of team that shares the same goal
Travel across the South Island and discover NZ's beauty

Be in the front line of conservation efforts in NZ!
Be apart of team that shares the same goal
Travel across the South Island and discover NZ's beauty

Join Rentokil Rural and be part of meaningful change, where your mahi makes a real impact!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

8d ago

Listed thirteen 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)

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Forestry Manager – Technical Specialist

at Agpro NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland(Remote)

Influence trials, programmes, and forestry operational outcomes
Strong growth role in NZ agribusiness with autonomy and support

Influence trials, programmes, and forestry operational outcomes
Strong growth role in NZ agribusiness with autonomy and support

Technical forestry specialist driving vegetation management solutions, customer success, and field-based innovation across NZ forestry.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

14d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Orchard Supervisor

at Good Crops Ltd

This is a Full time job

Pukehina, Bay of Plenty

Growth focused company
Supportive team work environment
Competitive renumeration

Growth focused company
Supportive team work environment
Competitive renumeration

Orchard Supervisor, hands-on, attention to detail and quality focused. Developing your vine management, people leadership skills.

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

15d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Deep Sea Fishing vessel Factory Supervisor

at Sealord Group Limited

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman

Development opportunity for a skilled, experienced QC or Fisher A Factory Hand
2-4 weeks trip on, 2-4 weeks trip off
This is a leadership role on the vessel managing the production process

Development opportunity for a skilled, experienced QC or Fisher A Factory Hand
2-4 weeks trip on, 2-4 weeks trip off
This is a leadership role on the vessel managing the production process

Sealord is looking for a Factory Supervisor for the FV Aukaha, This is a key leadership role managing the production of raw material.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

7h ago

Listed twelve days ago

Skilled Labourer

at Horizons Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Kairanga, Manawatu

Enjoy working outdoors and using your practical skills and experience?
Play a practical role in keeping people and property safe from flooding.
Positive focus on employee health and wellbeing.

Enjoy working outdoors and using your practical skills and experience?
Play a practical role in keeping people and property safe from flooding.
Positive focus on employee health and wellbeing.

Utilise your practical skills and help us maintain vital flood control and drainage assets across our diverse environment.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Senior Biosecurity Advisor / Engagement

at Marlborough District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough

$80,000 to $90,000 per annum + possible benefits

Join the team working to protect & enhance Marlborough’s natural environment
Play a meaningful role in community-led biosecurity outcomes
Enjoy a diverse role with both strategic and on-the-ground impact

Join the team working to protect & enhance Marlborough’s natural environment
Play a meaningful role in community-led biosecurity outcomes
Enjoy a diverse role with both strategic and on-the-ground impact

If you're ready to make a difference and help lead biosecurity engagement across the region, we’d love to hear from you.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

8h ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Aquaculture Technicians

at Humpty Doo Barramundi Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Picton, Marlborough

$33 – $37 per hour (AUD)

Unique Environment
Excellent People working together to achieve
Are you ready to be challenged

Unique Environment
Excellent People working together to achieve
Are you ready to be challenged

Humpty Doo Barramundi is Accredited Sustainable Aquaculture. Come work with a dynamic team who lead the world in producing world class seafood.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

26d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

(Seasonal) Ranger Biodiversity Monitoring (Fixed-Term) (C-Band)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Te Anau, Southland

Fixed-term full-times roles
Based in Palmerston North, Rotorua, Invercargill, Hokitika & Te Anau
Monitor nature. Explore Aotearoa. Do mahi that matters

Fixed-term full-times roles
Based in Palmerston North, Rotorua, Invercargill, Hokitika & Te Anau
Monitor nature. Explore Aotearoa. Do mahi that matters

Multiple Biodiversity Monitoring positions available from September 2026 - check out our Careers Site to see all listings

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

14d ago

Listed five days ago

Field Operator - Animal Pest | Pleasant Point

at Rentokil Initial

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Competitive Salary + Employee Benefits

Be apart of the frontline of conservation efforts in NZ!
Get geared up head to toe with PPE
Accommodation, travel and food is covered by us while away!

Be apart of the frontline of conservation efforts in NZ!
Get geared up head to toe with PPE
Accommodation, travel and food is covered by us while away!

Join Rentokil Rural and be part of meaningful change, where your mahi makes a real impact!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

5d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Senior/Land Management Advisor - Fixed Term - Central Hawke's Bay

at Hawkes Bay Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$88,995 – $104,700 per year

Build lasting relationships across our community
Work with a team that loves what it does, see the direct impact of your work
Staff benefits & excellent work-life balance

Build lasting relationships across our community
Work with a team that loves what it does, see the direct impact of your work
Staff benefits & excellent work-life balance

We are looking for a Senior Land Management Advisor to join our Land Management Team on a Fixed Term basis (up to 12 months) for parental leave cover

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

23d ago

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