Conservation Jobs in All Otago, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

This is a featured job

Team Leader - Rivers

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Role can be based in Dunedin or Alexandra

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Lead Otago’s river engineering team and programme, driving environmental and community outcomes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

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Farm Environmental and Senior Farm Environmental Consultants

at Landpro Limited

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

Drive better environments and farm performance across the lower South Island through expert planning, insights, and on‑farm environmental advice.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

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Listed thirteen days ago

Environmental Officer

at Otago Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Approx. $69,000 - $81,000

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Attractive Employee Benefits

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Attractive Employee Benefits

If you are interested in working to protect our environment in both proactive and meaningful ways and work in a team, then this is the role for you!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Animal Trainer/Presenter

at Kiwi Park

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Responsible for the training and daily care of a variety of animals, as well as delivering daily public encounters and driving our advocacy program.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

19d ago

Listed ten days ago

Professional Dog Walker

at Take the Lead QT

This is a Part time job

Queenstown, Otago

$24 – $30 per hour

Seeking a reliable, caring dog walker to join our team, providing safe group walks and exceptional care for dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes!

subClassification: OtherOther

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

10d ago

Listed three days ago

Principal Ranger

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Alexandra, Otago

$92912 - $117570 p.a.

Influential, people leader role contributing to Conservation outcomes for NZ
Permanent role | Salary range - $92,912 - $117,570
Live and work surrounded by Alexandra's stunning Central Otago views

Influential, people leader role contributing to Conservation outcomes for NZ
Permanent role | Salary range - $92,912 - $117,570
Live and work surrounded by Alexandra's stunning Central Otago views

Champion conservation, lead district operations, and build strong relationships to help nature thrive across Central Otago.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

3d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Project Delivery Specialist - Freshwater and Biodiversity (Fixed Term)

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 interested in leading projects and having an impact, then this is the role for you!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14h ago

Listed five days ago

Stockperson - Oamaru

at Adecco New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Oamaru, Otago

$25.62 per hour
Tuesday to Saturday Shift
Great career progression

$25.62 per hour
Tuesday to Saturday Shift
Great career progression

Stockperson needed for egg farm operations

subClassification: Farm LabourFarm Labour

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

5d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Field Operator - Animal Pest | Mosgiel

at Rentokil Initial

This is a Full time job

Mosgiel, Otago

Competitive Salary + Training

Shared accommodation and meal allowance while working away
On-the-job training and support
Job security with a consistent workload

Shared accommodation and meal allowance while working away
On-the-job training and support
Job security with a consistent workload

We’re on the hunt for Field Operators to join our team for 2026!

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

19d ago

Listed twenty two days ago

Stockperson - Hillgrove

at Adecco New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Palmerston, Otago

Rural work environment
Great hourly rate
Clear career progression

Rural work environment
Great hourly rate
Clear career progression

Stockperson needed for a free rage Poultry farm

subClassification: Farm LabourFarm Labour

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

22d ago

Listed twenty hours ago

Team Leader - Rivers

at Peak Recruitment New Zealand Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Role can be based in Dunedin or Alexandra

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Work across Otago’s large, complex & diverse river systems
Be part of a collaborative, supportive and values-driven organisation
From alpine lakes to coastlines, Otago offers an exceptional lifestyle

Lead Otago’s river engineering team and programme, driving environmental and community outcomes and ensuring regulatory compliance.

subClassification: Environmental EngineeringEnvironmental Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Field Operator - Plant Pest | Pleasant Point

at Rentokil Initial

This is a Full time job

Mosgiel, Otago

Competitive Salary + Training

Build real skills in plant pest control with training and support
Travel Mon–Fri with accommodation and meals provided on work trips
Join a hardworking crew making a real impact on the environment

Build real skills in plant pest control with training and support
Travel Mon–Fri with accommodation and meals provided on work trips
Join a hardworking crew making a real impact on the environment

Take on remote plant pest projects across the South Island. Physical outdoor work, travel, great crew culture and the chance to protect NZ landscapes

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

17d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Gardeners Wanted – Full-Time & Fixed-Term Positions Available

at Queenstown Garden Company Limited

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

$28 – $32 per hour

Stay active and get fit while working outdoors
Great job satisfaction after a days work
Varied work across stunning Queenstown gardens

Stay active and get fit while working outdoors
Great job satisfaction after a days work
Varied work across stunning Queenstown gardens

Join Queenstown Garden Company maintaining beautiful gardens across Queenstown. We're hiring one full time & one fixed term gardener to join our team.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

14d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Farm Environmental and Senior Farm Environmental Consultants

at Landpro Limited

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

Drive better environments and farm performance across the lower South Island through expert planning, insights, and on‑farm environmental advice.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

13d ago

Listed four days ago

Guest Services and Rental Assistant

at RealNZ

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

Join the Cardrona team in Queenstown for winter 2026!
Enjoy EPIC staff perks, including a free season pass
Discounts across the RealNZ Group

Join the Cardrona team in Queenstown for winter 2026!
Enjoy EPIC staff perks, including a free season pass
Discounts across the RealNZ Group

Join the team at one of Queenstown’s busiest alpine hubs and

subClassification: Front Office & Guest ServicesFront Office & Guest Services

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

4d ago

Listed four days ago

Garden Centre Team Member - part time

at Mitre 10

This is a Part time job

Dunedin, Otago

Supportive Team
Locally Owned and Operated
Great Staff Buying Privileges

Supportive Team
Locally Owned and Operated
Great Staff Buying Privileges

We are looking for an exceptional individual with experience and passion for all things gardening to join our Garden Centre team

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

classification: Retail & Consumer Products(Retail & Consumer Products)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Collection Manager Humanities

at Otago Museum

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

$70,000 – $75,000 per year

Love collections and storytelling? Join Tūhura Otago Museum and help bring Humanities collections to life.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Advertising, Arts & Media(Advertising, Arts & Media)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

2IC Operations

at The Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance Limited

This is a Full time job

Harington Point, Otago

$27 – $30 per hour

Step into leadership and gain hands-on operational management experience
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation focused on conservation and restoration
Direct impact on guest experience and business performance

Step into leadership and gain hands-on operational management experience
Be part of a purpose-driven organisation focused on conservation and restoration
Direct impact on guest experience and business performance

Coordinate tours, staff, and systems to deliver seamless operations and great visitor experiences while supporting conservation-focused work.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

5d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Jet Boat Driver | Kaiuruki Waka - Dart River Adventures

at Ngāi Tahu

This is a Full time job

Glenorchy, Otago

Looking for something unique in the tourism sector?
Enjoy meeting people from all over the world?
On the job training!

Looking for something unique in the tourism sector?
Enjoy meeting people from all over the world?
On the job training!

Deliver safe, thrilling jet boat experiences on the Dart River while sharing local stories and scenery—no experience needed, full training provided fo

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Sport & Recreation(Sport & Recreation)

13d ago

Listed eighteen days ago