Environment Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Waingake Ngahere Ora - Field Team

This is a Full time job

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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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)

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Listed three 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)

3h ago

Listed one day 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)

1d 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 three days ago

Laboratory and Sampling Technician – Water Testing

at Bay of Plenty Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Whakatane, Bay of Plenty

Permanent, full-time position based in Whakatāne.
Competitive salary and leave package with extra leave over Christmas/NY.
Meaningful, challenging work with a strong sense of purpose & job satisfaction.

Permanent, full-time position based in Whakatāne.
Competitive salary and leave package with extra leave over Christmas/NY.
Meaningful, challenging work with a strong sense of purpose & job satisfaction.

We are seeking a Laboratory and Sampling Technician to play a vital role in our IANZ-accredited water laboratory, based in Whakatāne.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed five 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)

5h 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 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 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 six 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)

6h ago

Listed five minutes 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)

5m 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 seven hours ago

Ranger x2

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Whanganui Central, Manawatu

Live and work in one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural environments
2x Permanent, full-time positions available
1 x based in Whanganui and 1 x based in either Whanganui, Pipiriki or Taumaranui

Live and work in one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural environments
2x Permanent, full-time positions available
1 x based in Whanganui and 1 x based in either Whanganui, Pipiriki or Taumaranui

Enjoy mahi that involves a Great Walk, beautiful heritage sites, including the Whanganui River and local treasures.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

7h ago

Listed five minutes 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)

5m ago

Listed four days ago

Environmental Advisor

at PAE (NZ) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Waiouru, Manawatu

Diverse role across environment, heritage and infrastructure
Potential housing support available for relocation
Support critical Three Waters infrastructure at Waiouru

Diverse role across environment, heritage and infrastructure
Potential housing support available for relocation
Support critical Three Waters infrastructure at Waiouru

Support environmental, heritage and Three Waters outcomes at Waiouru Military Camp.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d 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 five 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)

5h 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 two days ago

Taiao Apprentice – Restoration, Horticulture and Biosecurity

at Porirua City Council

This is a Full time job

Porirua, Wellington

Earn the Living wage in this 4 year apprenticeship

Paid four-year apprenticeship with nationally recognised qualifications
Gain practical skills across horticulture, habitat restoration, & conservation
Support the care and restoration of Porirua’s parks and natural areas

Paid four-year apprenticeship with nationally recognised qualifications
Gain practical skills across horticulture, habitat restoration, & conservation
Support the care and restoration of Porirua’s parks and natural areas

Kickstart your environmental career with a paid apprenticeship restoring Porirua’s natural spaces.

subClassification: Gardening & LandscapingGardening & Landscaping

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

2d 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 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 two days ago

Senior Advisor - Environment (2-year fixed term)

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago

Competitive salary + free bus from Dunedin to site

Enjoy a long weekend every other week with a 9-day fortnight roster.
Free buses to Macraes from Dunedin, Palmerston or Oamaru.
Live an work in the stunning region of Otago, enjoy the outdoors lifestyle.

Enjoy a long weekend every other week with a 9-day fortnight roster.
Free buses to Macraes from Dunedin, Palmerston or Oamaru.
Live an work in the stunning region of Otago, enjoy the outdoors lifestyle.

Join the environmental team at Macraes, New Zealand's largest gold mine. Enjoy a diverse role, working closely with internal & external stakeholders.

subClassification: Health, Safety & EnvironmentHealth, Safety & Environment

classification: Construction(Construction)

2d ago

Listed eight hours ago

Ranger Biodiversity Heritage and Visitors

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Alexandra, Otago

Mix of fieldwork + planning in conservation
Protect species, manage pests, maintain sites
Alexandra-based, full-time | $65K-$76K

Mix of fieldwork + planning in conservation
Protect species, manage pests, maintain sites
Alexandra-based, full-time | $65K-$76K

Hands-on Ranger role in Alexandra supporting conservation, heritage, and visitor assets across Central Otago's diverse landscapes

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

8h 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 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 five minutes ago

Policy Advisor - Wellington or Masterton

at Greater Wellington

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington

$81,272-121,909 incl. all benefits

Contribute to improved outcomes for mana whenua & Māori
Play a key role in shaping better environmental outcomes
Flexible working policy + generous leave + development opportunities

Contribute to improved outcomes for mana whenua & Māori
Play a key role in shaping better environmental outcomes
Flexible working policy + generous leave + development opportunities

Create innovative & practical environmental policy, integrating strategy development, policy, planning & delivery.

subClassification: PolicyPolicy

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

5m ago

Listed six days ago

Field Operator Predator Free Wellington

at Greater Wellington

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$61,691-$92,536 incl. all benefits

Join an amazing team working outdoors in Wellington City
Be part of the world's first multi‑species capital‑city eradication project
Development opportunities + generous annual leave

Join an amazing team working outdoors in Wellington City
Be part of the world's first multi‑species capital‑city eradication project
Development opportunities + generous annual leave

Join a team responsible for servicing a large network of bait stations and traps, pest animal monitoring, camera trapping and recording field data.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

6d ago

Listed two days ago

Laboratory and Field Technician - Wellington

at Geotechnics Ltd

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

Keen to up your skills in the geotechnical field and lab work?

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Ranger

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Alexandra, Otago

Outdoor, hands-on conservation role
Track, pest & amenity maintenance
Alexandra-based | Full-time | $61K-$67K

Outdoor, hands-on conservation role
Track, pest & amenity maintenance
Alexandra-based | Full-time | $61K-$67K

Outdoor Ranger role in Alexandra maintaining tracks, managing weeds, and supporting conservation across Central Otago.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

7h ago

Listed three 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)

3h ago

Listed ten days ago

Water Services Officer (South)

at Taumata Arowai

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago(Hybrid)

$91,776 - $101,973 - $117,269

Multiple locations (Christchurch or Dunedin)
Risk based regulatory role
Be part of an exciting shift to embed our CME Strategy

Multiple locations (Christchurch or Dunedin)
Risk based regulatory role
Be part of an exciting shift to embed our CME Strategy

Join us and be part of a small frontline team making a big difference for communities around the motu.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

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