Conservation Advisor Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

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Kaiārahi Taiao - Operations Lead

at Mana Recruitment

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This is a Full time job

Warkworth, Auckland

Lead operational initiatives in environmental and marine resource management
Champion the integration of te ao Māori in environmental practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical writing skills

Lead operational initiatives in environmental and marine resource management
Champion the integration of te ao Māori in environmental practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical writing skills

Drive marine and environmental initiatives that protect taonga and uphold the values of Ngāti Manuhiri.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Fish and Game Officer

at NZ Fish and Game

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

connect with anglers and hunters for the benefit of the environment
a great mix of field work and office work
passionate about conservation, and community engagement

connect with anglers and hunters for the benefit of the environment
a great mix of field work and office work
passionate about conservation, and community engagement

Exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in the field and office, and passionate about conservation, compliance, and community engagement.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

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Listed eight days ago

Senior/Policy Advisor - 3 positions

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Join one of our fun and exciting teams, always keen for the quiz and coffee!
Three secondment/ fixed-term roles available in the policy directorate at DOC.
Roles could be for either Advisor or Senior Advisor. Wellington based.

Te Papa Atawhai DOC has an opportunity to shape and influence policy that drives transformational change in Aotearoa's conservation sector.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Advisor Environment Restoration x 2

at Greater Wellington

This is a Full time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

$83,230-$124,845 incl all benefits

Advise & plan projects to improve our region's environment
Great work culture, doing work that really matters
Development opportunities + flexible working

Advise & plan projects to improve our region's environment
Great work culture, doing work that really matters
Development opportunities + flexible working

Provide specialist knowledge & planning expertise on sustainable land use projects focussing on soil conservation, water quality, & biodiversity.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed one day ago

Ranger

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Hunua, Auckland

From 65000 to 77000 NZD per year

Based at Auckland's Southern Regional Parks - Hunua Ranges
A clean NZ driving licence essential
Variable Roster so must be available on weekends and public holidays

Based at Auckland's Southern Regional Parks - Hunua Ranges
A clean NZ driving licence essential
Variable Roster so must be available on weekends and public holidays

If you are physically fit and looking for your next career challenge, this role is for you!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

1d ago

Listed eleven hours ago

Animal Keeper - Exotics

at Orana Wildlife Trust

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Orana is looking for Animal Keepers to join our Exotics team. If you have experience and want to contribute to our conservation efforts, apply now.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

11h ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Fish and Game Officer

at NZ Fish and Game

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

$65,000 – $75,000 per year

passionate about conservation, compliance, and community engagement.
a great mix of field work and office work
connecting anglers and hunters with the outdoors for community wellbeing

passionate about conservation, compliance, and community engagement.
a great mix of field work and office work
connecting anglers and hunters with the outdoors for community wellbeing

Join our Lower North Island team to manage freshwater sports fish and game resources while supporting conservation and connections to the outdoors .

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

28d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Fish and Game Officer

at NZ Fish and Game

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

$70,000 – $80,000 per year

connect with anglers and hunters for the benefit of the environment
a great mix of field work and office work
passionate about conservation, and community engagement

connect with anglers and hunters for the benefit of the environment
a great mix of field work and office work
passionate about conservation, and community engagement

Exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in the field and office, and passionate about conservation, compliance, and community engagement.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

28d ago

Listed two days ago

Operations Advisor (Kākāpō/Takahē team) | Kaitohu Whakahaere

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Invercargill, Southland

Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enable excellence
Permanent Role | $80,054 - $101,142 | Murihiku Invercargill or Te Anau based
Help drive species recovery and protect Aotearoa's rarest taonga

Drive continuous improvement initiatives and enable excellence
Permanent Role | $80,054 - $101,142 | Murihiku Invercargill or Te Anau based
Help drive species recovery and protect Aotearoa's rarest taonga

Support operations for kākāpō and takahē recovery programmes in Southland-two of New Zealand's most iconic and intensively managed species.

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Biosecurity Officer II (Fixed term) - 2 roles available

at Bay of Plenty Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Become an important part of achieving outcomes for our local environment and c
Central Tauranga location + flexible work
12-Month Fixed Term full time roles

Become an important part of achieving outcomes for our local environment and c
Central Tauranga location + flexible work
12-Month Fixed Term full time roles

We are looking for two Biosecurity Officer IIs to join our passionate Biosecurity team!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

9d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Technical Advisor- Island Biosecurity & Management

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Lead biodiversity technical advice and tools to support conservation across NZ
Salary range: $92,912- $117,570 (depending on experience).
Wellington, other locations will be considered.

Lead biodiversity technical advice and tools to support conservation across NZ
Salary range: $92,912- $117,570 (depending on experience).
Wellington, other locations will be considered.

Join DOC in a key role shaping national biodiversity tools and advice to protect species, restore ecosystems, and drive lasting conservation outcomes.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

10d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior Technical Advisor- Island Biosecurity & Management

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead biodiversity technical advice and tools to support conservation across NZ
Salary range: $92,912- $117,570 (depending on experience).
Wellington, other locations will be considered.

Lead biodiversity technical advice and tools to support conservation across NZ
Salary range: $92,912- $117,570 (depending on experience).
Wellington, other locations will be considered.

Join DOC in a key role shaping national biodiversity tools and advice to protect species, restore ecosystems, and drive lasting conservation outcomes.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Ranger Heritage and Visitors

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki

$65070 - $75981 p.a.

Permanent, full-time role, based in New Plymouth
Lead the maintenance work for the Taranaki Crossing
Bring your practical skills and launch your conservation career!

Permanent, full-time role, based in New Plymouth
Lead the maintenance work for the Taranaki Crossing
Bring your practical skills and launch your conservation career!

Join us as a hands-on Ranger keeping the Taranaki Crossing in top shape-help visitors enjoy epic views, awesome tracks, and an unforgettable adventure

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

13d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Senior Advisor – Environmental Policy & Implementation

at Raukawa Charitable Trust

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This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Advisor – Environmental Policy & Implementation to influence outcomes for Raukawa through kaupapa Māori.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

8h ago

Listed eight hours ago

Senior Advisor – Environmental Policy & Implementation

at Raukawa Charitable Trust

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wharepapa South, Waikato

Exciting opportunity for a Senior Advisor – Environmental Policy & Implementation to influence outcomes for Raukawa through kaupapa Māori.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

8h ago

Listed twelve hours ago

Reserves Manager Waikato

at NZ Native Forest Restoration Trust (NFRT)

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Remote)

Lead restoration work plans in native ecosystems as Reserve Manager for the NFRTs Waikato reserves

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

12h ago

Listed seven days ago

Heritage Advice Manager Kaiwhakahaere Tohutohu Taonga

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead DOC's Heritage Advice Team and help lift heritage outcomes across Aotearo
Shape decisions that protect places, stories and taonga
Permanent full-time position. Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch.

Lead DOC's Heritage Advice Team and help lift heritage outcomes across Aotearo
Shape decisions that protect places, stories and taonga
Permanent full-time position. Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch.

Shape DOC's heritage work by leading experts who protect taonga, support iwi partnerships, and strengthen connections to place.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Ecologist - Graduate

at Boffa Miskell

This is a Full time job

Whangarei Central, Northland

Competitive Remuneration

Proudly a New Zealand, employee-owned, professional services firm
Work with clients to forge a stronger connection between people and environments
A great opportunity for career development and personal growth

Proudly a New Zealand, employee-owned, professional services firm
Work with clients to forge a stronger connection between people and environments
A great opportunity for career development and personal growth

Bring your passion and enthusiasm for the environment and contribute to exciting projects which are helping to protect New Zealand.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed one day ago

Employment Relations Advisor (Kōrero Mai/Speak Up)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Part time job

Christchurch, Canterbury(Hybrid)

Keen on a part time position that works well with school hours/ family life?
Salary range between $80,054 - $105,000 depending on skills and experience.
Permanent part time role (20 hours), Flexible location.

Keen on a part time position that works well with school hours/ family life?
Salary range between $80,054 - $105,000 depending on skills and experience.
Permanent part time role (20 hours), Flexible location.

Are you passionate about fostering fair, safe, and respectful workplaces?

subClassification: Industrial & Employee RelationsIndustrial & Employee Relations

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

1d ago

Listed seven days ago

Ranger

at Nga Manu Trust

This is a Full time job

Waikanae, Wellington

$50,000 – $55,000 per year

Hands-on Ranger role at Ngā Manu nature reserve; conservation, animal care, and visitor experiences. Full or part-time, incl. one weekend day.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

7d ago

Listed four hours ago

Kaiārahi Taiao - Operations Lead

at Mana Recruitment

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Warkworth, Auckland

Lead operational initiatives in environmental and marine resource management
Champion the integration of te ao Māori in environmental practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical writing skills

Lead operational initiatives in environmental and marine resource management
Champion the integration of te ao Māori in environmental practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical writing skills

Drive marine and environmental initiatives that protect taonga and uphold the values of Ngāti Manuhiri.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

4h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Ecological Restoration Team Members

at Wildland Consultants

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

The role is to work in small field teams to undertake ecological restoration work which includes pest plant control, planting and pest animal control.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

17d ago

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