Climate Change Adaptation Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Senior Environmental Planner - Wellington

at Transpower

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Base _ Benefits + KiwiSaver

Navigate planning pathways and manage environmental risks early
Work across grid upgrades and customer-led infrastructure projects
Contribute to a team culture built on trust, respect and shared outcomes

Navigate planning pathways and manage environmental risks early
Work across grid upgrades and customer-led infrastructure projects
Contribute to a team culture built on trust, respect and shared outcomes

Lead complex environmental planning approvals for major infrastructure and help enable NZ’s energy transition.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Planning and Performance Lead

at New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$139,133 – $173,917 per year

National‑impact role at the cutting edge of science and technology.

National‑impact role at the cutting edge of science and technology.

Senior role shaping planning, performance and governance for a new national research organisation, with direct Board and Ministerial engagement.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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Listed eleven days ago

Sustainability & Data Analyst

at Energy and Technical Services Limited trading as CarbonEES®

This is a Full time job

Lower Hutt, Wellington(Hybrid)

Sustainability & Data Analyst to drive meaningful environmental outcomes through a combination of sustainability expertise and data-driven insight.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

11d ago

Listed seven days ago

Climate Services Scientist x 2

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Are you looking to build your climate services science career?
Join our Wellington based team to lead and deliver research in the Pacific
Generous leave entitlements and employee benefits.

Are you looking to build your climate services science career?
Join our Wellington based team to lead and deliver research in the Pacific
Generous leave entitlements and employee benefits.

You will design and deliver climate/hazard information, applications and services to support risk-informed decision-making across the Pacific and NZ.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Graduate Energy Project Coordinator - 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

at Auckland Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Work-life balance and flexibility

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Great opportunity for a recent graduate
Supportive team environment focused on learning and growth
Two-year fixed term contract

Contribute to real energy savings and carbon reduction outcomes

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Planning and Performance Lead

at New Zealand Institute for Advanced Technology

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$139,133 – $173,917 per year

National‑impact role at the cutting edge of science and technology.

National‑impact role at the cutting edge of science and technology.

Senior role shaping planning, performance and governance for a new national research organisation, with direct Board and Ministerial engagement.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

14d ago

Listed two days ago

Sustainability Manager

at Alliance Group Ltd

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Senior role with real influence over sustainability outcomes
1 week extra annual leave
Paid Medical Insurance for you and your family

Senior role with real influence over sustainability outcomes
1 week extra annual leave
Paid Medical Insurance for you and your family

Lead climate, water and biodiversity impact for a global supplier of premium red meat, shaping environmental resilience and prosperity for NZ farming.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed thirty six minutes ago

Team Leader - Regulatory Process

at Environmental Protection Authority (EPA)

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Do you have a passion for the environment?
Lead a dynamic and solutions focused team
$122,997 - $184,495 per annum with a suite of additional benefits

Do you have a passion for the environment?
Lead a dynamic and solutions focused team
$122,997 - $184,495 per annum with a suite of additional benefits

Lead and encourage continuous excellence in our Land and Oceans Applications Team

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

36m ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Advisor/Senior Advisor, Policy

at New Zealand Infrastructure Commission

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$93,443 - $138,664

Work on high-impact infrastructure policy that shapes Aotearoa’s future
Work with smart, passionate people in a collaborative team
Competitive salary, great benefits and flexible working options

Work on high-impact infrastructure policy that shapes Aotearoa’s future
Work with smart, passionate people in a collaborative team
Competitive salary, great benefits and flexible working options

Shape NZ’s infrastructure future at Te Waihanga by influencing impactful policy on planning, funding & climate.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Ecologist

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Fixed Term Full-Time opportunity (till 22/02/2027)

Fixed Term Full-Time opportunity (till 22/02/2027)
Work across council, iwi, and community to protect natural environments
Provide expert ecological advice across planning and restoration work

Fixed Term Full-Time opportunity (till 22/02/2027)
Work across council, iwi, and community to protect natural environments
Provide expert ecological advice across planning and restoration work

Support biodiversity outcomes through science, policy, and fieldwork

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed two hours ago

Senior Environmental Planner - Wellington

at Transpower

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Base _ Benefits + KiwiSaver

Navigate planning pathways and manage environmental risks early
Work across grid upgrades and customer-led infrastructure projects
Contribute to a team culture built on trust, respect and shared outcomes

Navigate planning pathways and manage environmental risks early
Work across grid upgrades and customer-led infrastructure projects
Contribute to a team culture built on trust, respect and shared outcomes

Lead complex environmental planning approvals for major infrastructure and help enable NZ’s energy transition.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2h ago

Listed nine days ago

Sustainability Lead

at Team Global Express

This is a Full time job

Favona, Auckland

Drive the sustainability agenda across a large, operational transport business.
Influence leaders and frontline teams to embed sustainability in we operate.
Own ESG delivery, reporting and storytelling with real, visible impact.

Drive the sustainability agenda across a large, operational transport business.
Influence leaders and frontline teams to embed sustainability in we operate.
Own ESG delivery, reporting and storytelling with real, visible impact.

Lead and embed sustainability across a national transport and logistics business, translating strategy into practical, measurable outcomes

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

9d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Sustainability Specialist

at Woolworths NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Favona, Auckland

Competitive base salary + bonus + team discounts

Competitive salary + bonus + discounts + carparking
Hybrid flexibility, great team culture
Great opportunity to make a genuine impact!

Competitive salary + bonus + discounts + carparking
Hybrid flexibility, great team culture
Great opportunity to make a genuine impact!

Support the deployment of sustainable and responsible sourcing practices!

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

22d ago

Listed ten days ago

Permissions Advisor

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Contribute to the regulatory management of Aotearoa's natural resources
Permanent full time
Hokitika or Christchurch or Dunedin location

Contribute to the regulatory management of Aotearoa's natural resources
Permanent full time
Hokitika or Christchurch or Dunedin location

Provide quality advice and process applications related to commercial and recreational use of conservation land and protected wildlife

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Advisor, Policy Advisory Group (4 year fixed term)

at Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Gain unparalleled experience influencing policy at the highest level
Be part of a high-performing team dedicated to tackling NZ’s biggest challanges
Get personalised support throughout your journey at DPMC

Gain unparalleled experience influencing policy at the highest level
Be part of a high-performing team dedicated to tackling NZ’s biggest challanges
Get personalised support throughout your journey at DPMC

Shape NZ’s future at the heart of government - provide expert advice, tackle complex challenges, and grow as a part of DPMC's Policy Advisory Group.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

16d ago

Listed thirty seven minutes ago

RMA Reform Delivery Lead - Resource Consents

at Auckland Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$145,000 - $155,000 plus 3.5% Kiwisaver

Lead delivery of the RMA reform readiness programme
Salary $145,000 - $155,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contributions
12-months fixed term hybrid role based in Auckland Central

Lead delivery of the RMA reform readiness programme
Salary $145,000 - $155,000 plus 3.5% KiwiSaver contributions
12-months fixed term hybrid role based in Auckland Central

Change Delivery Lead with RMA experience

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

37m ago

Listed six days ago

Administrative Assistant

at Island Conservation

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Support climate action! Island Conservation is seeking an Admin Assistant as the operational heartbeat of our Pacific Project. Join us!

subClassification: Administrative AssistantsAdministrative Assistants

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

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Environmental Monitoring Officer

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$77,000 and $86,000 plus KiwiSaver and benefits

Ensure compliance for positive environmental outcomes.
Combine field (South) and office-based tasks (Manukau)
Collaborate on strategic initiatives and improvements.

Ensure compliance for positive environmental outcomes.
Combine field (South) and office-based tasks (Manukau)
Collaborate on strategic initiatives and improvements.

Manage compliance, addressing breaches, and supporting remediation

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Ecologist

at Waimakariri District Council

This is a Full time job

Rangiora, Canterbury

Competitive remuneration

Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life-balance
Make a difference in the community

Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life-balance
Make a difference in the community

The Council are seeking an experienced Ecologist to protect and enhance areas of high biodiversity value or with ecological restoration potential.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed four hours ago

Principal Policy Planner

at Rotorua Lakes Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

$109,000 – $129,000 per year

Life at Rotorua Lakes Council is never dull!
Career Opportunities
Get in touch to have a chat!

Life at Rotorua Lakes Council is never dull!
Career Opportunities
Get in touch to have a chat!

Play a crucial role in delivering Council priorities and statutory RMA requirements related to the sustainable growth and development of Rotorua.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

4h ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Environmental Scientist - Freshwater

at Horizons Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Make a real impact on freshwater ecosystems.
See your work drive real environmental outcomes.
Enjoy a positive focus on employee health and wellbeing.

Make a real impact on freshwater ecosystems.
See your work drive real environmental outcomes.
Enjoy a positive focus on employee health and wellbeing.

Ready to make a real impact on freshwater ecosystems? We’re looking for a passionate Freshwater Scientist to turn data into insight!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Graduate Planners - 2027 Intake

at Harrison Grierson Consultants Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Launch your career with one of NZ's leading urban development consultancies
Work across diverse projects that shape the future of our local communities
Graduate opportunities in Auckland, Tauranga & Christchurch

Launch your career with one of NZ's leading urban development consultancies
Work across diverse projects that shape the future of our local communities
Graduate opportunities in Auckland, Tauranga & Christchurch

Ready to take your degree to the next level? Applications are now open for our 2027 Graduate Programme!

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

22d ago

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