Environmental Educator Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Come join a unique programme developing future Māori leaders in conservation, with hands-on field experience and corporate skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

18h ago

Listed eighteen hours ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Ahuriri, Hawkes Bay

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Come join a unique programme developing future Māori leaders in conservation, with hands-on field experience and corporate skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

18h ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Kaitiaki Ranger (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gisborne, Gisborne

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Kickstart your career protecting and restoring te taiao.
Be part of a kaupapa that empowers future Kaitiaki and leaders.
Based in Kerikeri, Napier, Gisborne | other regional locations may be considered

Come join a unique programme developing future Māori leaders in conservation, with hands-on field experience and corporate skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

17h ago

Listed three days ago

Environmental Health and Alcohol Licensing Officer

at Napier City Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Salary Range - $91400 - $107500 dependant on exp.

Comfortable handling challenging conversations with professionalism and respect.
5 weeks' annual leave after 2 years service + other NCC benefits
Permanent | 40 hours p/w | Monday - Friday (occasional flexibility required)

Comfortable handling challenging conversations with professionalism and respect.
5 weeks' annual leave after 2 years service + other NCC benefits
Permanent | 40 hours p/w | Monday - Friday (occasional flexibility required)

Help shape a safer, healthier, thriving Napier! Come join the team at Napier City Council

subClassification: Government - LocalGovernment - Local

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Waste Minimisation Officer - Fixed Term

at Taupo District Council

This is a Contract/Temp job

Taupo, Waikato

Amazing location

Opportunity to make a difference in your community
Live, work & thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Become a valued member of our supportive team

Opportunity to make a difference in your community
Live, work & thrive in the beautiful Taupō district
Become a valued member of our supportive team

Join a community‑driven council role delivering practical waste minimisation and behaviour change initiatives that make a difference.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

International Development Professionals

at Asian Development Bank (ADB)

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Competitive salary
Health and well-being
Professional development

Competitive salary
Health and well-being
Professional development

As an International Development Professional, you will be contributing to ADB's key areas of development and innovation for Asia and the Pacific.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

5d ago

Listed seven days ago

Pou Akonga Taiao – Taiao Education Lead

at Te Arawa Lakes Trust

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Deliver hands‑on environmental education for tamariki
Blend science, mātauranga Māori and community engagement
A role with impact

Deliver hands‑on environmental education for tamariki
Blend science, mātauranga Māori and community engagement
A role with impact

Strengthen environmental knowledge & community connection, lead meaningful programmes and support restoration and biosecurity mahi across the rohe.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

7d ago

Listed twenty five 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)

25d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Youth Engagement, Education and Enviroschool Advisor

at Environment Canterbury

This is a Part time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Life, and Income Protection Insurance

Deliver inspiring youth and school-based sustainability programmes
Proud to partner with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu
Flexible, people-first workplace that values your growth

Deliver inspiring youth and school-based sustainability programmes
Proud to partner with mana whenua Ngāi Tahu
Flexible, people-first workplace that values your growth

Champion youth engagement, environmental education and the Enviroschools kaupapa across South Canterbury

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13d ago

Listed seven days ago

Funding & Partnerships Specialist

at Beautification Trust

This is a Part time job

Manurewa, Auckland(Hybrid)

$33,000–$36,000 p.a. for 16 hours/week

Part-time, hybrid with flexible hours (16 hours/week)
Fun, supportive, community-focused team
Wellbeing support + learning & development opportunities + staff discounts

Part-time, hybrid with flexible hours (16 hours/week)
Fun, supportive, community-focused team
Wellbeing support + learning & development opportunities + staff discounts

Make your mark in this newly-created role that offers flexibility, purpose, and meaningful local impact.

subClassification: FundraisingFundraising

classification: Community Services & Development(Community Services & Development)

7d ago

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 twenty days ago

Team Leader Community Resilience - Hawke's Bay CDEM

at Hawkes Bay Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Hastings Central, Hawkes Bay

$113,305 – $133,300 per year

Champion community-focused emergency management.
Support locally connected, regionally aligned resilience and welfare.
Help councils, mana whenua, partners, and communities prepare and recover.

Champion community-focused emergency management.
Support locally connected, regionally aligned resilience and welfare.
Help councils, mana whenua, partners, and communities prepare and recover.

Lead a strategic approach to community resilience across Hawke’s Bay.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed ten 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)

10d ago

Listed six days ago

Trade Waste Specialist

at Tauranga City Council

This is a Full time job

Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty

Total Annual Remuneration $98,000 - $109,000

Make a real impact by helping businesses reduce waste and protect our waterways
Bring your Trade Waste experience to a role making a real difference
Enjoy 5 weeks' leave, flexible hours, and supportive, people‑focused culture

Make a real impact by helping businesses reduce waste and protect our waterways
Bring your Trade Waste experience to a role making a real difference
Enjoy 5 weeks' leave, flexible hours, and supportive, people‑focused culture

Be part of a supportive, community‑focused team while helping local businesses protect our environment.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed four 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)

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Director of Education & Volunteer Engagement

at The Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance Limited

This is a Full time job

Dunedin Central, Otago(Hybrid)

$55,000 – $65,000 per year

Lead education and volunteer programmes supporting real conservation impact
Inspire environmental stewardship on the Otago Peninsula
Strategic leadership role with community and education focus

Lead education and volunteer programmes supporting real conservation impact
Inspire environmental stewardship on the Otago Peninsula
Strategic leadership role with community and education focus

Lead education and volunteer programmes that inspire environmental stewardship on the Otago Peninsula.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

18d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Resource & Environmental Planning

at Massey University

This is a Full time job

Massey University, Manawatu(Hybrid)

$86113 - $152277 p.a.

Ideal for experienced planners transitioning from industry
Teach and mentor future planners in Aotearoa NZ
Strong links with iwi, councils, and the planning sector

Ideal for experienced planners transitioning from industry
Teach and mentor future planners in Aotearoa NZ
Strong links with iwi, councils, and the planning sector

NZPI planner ready for a new challenge? Bring your industry expertise to teach Professional Practice & help shape future planners at Massey Universi

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

13d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Events & Engagement Manager

at NZGBC

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Lead NZGBC’s national events programme
Shape the future of sustainable buildings in Aotearoa

Lead NZGBC’s national events programme
Shape the future of sustainable buildings in Aotearoa

Lead NZGBC’s events programme, develop sponsorships, and grow membership across New Zealand’s sustainable building sector

subClassification: Event ManagementEvent Management

classification: Marketing & Communications(Marketing & Communications)

14d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Team Leader Community Resilience - Hawke's Bay CDEM

at Hawkes Bay Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$113,305 – $133,300 per year

Champion community-focused emergency management.
Support locally connected, regionally aligned resilience and welfare.
Help councils, mana whenua, partners, and communities prepare and recover.

Champion community-focused emergency management.
Support locally connected, regionally aligned resilience and welfare.
Help councils, mana whenua, partners, and communities prepare and recover.

Lead a strategic approach to community resilience across Hawke’s Bay.

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Advisor - Waste Operations

at Ministry for the Environment

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$110,501 - $134,128pa

Fixed Term until 30 June 2027
Flexible on Location

Fixed Term until 30 June 2027
Flexible on Location

You will provide strategic advice and support to the Compliance Monitoring and Enforcement activities undertaken by the Waste Operations team

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

13d ago

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