Forestry Engineer Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jul 2026

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Draftsperson Designer

This is a Full time job

A rewarding balance of independent responsibility and collaborative teamwork
Be part of a skilled team committed to innovation, quality, and improvement.
Live and work in Rotorua, with outdoor adventures on your doorstep.

Be part of a team that sets the standard in forestry innovation and drives the performance of world-class equipment, delivered to customers worldwide.

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting classification: Engineering(Engineering)

Featured

This is a featured job

Wildfire Specialist – Fixed Term – Wellington or Christchurch

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Passionate about the natural environment
This role can be based in Wellington or Christchurch
Salary range $128,449-$142,721 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Join us and help strengthen New Zealand’s ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to wildfires.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

Featured

Listed twenty seven days ago

Technical / Resource Forester

at MR Forestland Management

This is a Full time job

Blenheim Central, Marlborough(Hybrid)

$100,000 – $140,000 per year

Love maps, data, forests, and solving problems? We're looking for a Technical / Resource Forester to join our team delivering forestry solutions.

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

27d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Experienced ETS Consultant - Remote

at Stand Forestry

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Lead impactful forestry carbon projects across New Zealand
Join NZ's largest forest management and ETS advisory team
Competitive salary, medical cover, and career growth opportunities

Shape the future of forestry and carbon projects through trusted ETS expertise and sustainable land management.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Wildfire Specialist – Fixed Term – Wellington or Christchurch

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Passionate about the natural environment
This role can be based in Wellington or Christchurch
Salary range $128,449-$142,721 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Join us and help strengthen New Zealand’s ability to prevent, prepare for and respond to wildfires.

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

3d ago

Listed five days ago

Business Manager Private Sector (Forestry & Wood Products)

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Mount Albert, Auckland(Hybrid)

health insurance, extra KiwiSaver, 5+ weeks leave

Drive growth in New Zealand's forestry & wood products sector
Build strategic partnerships that deliver science-led impact
Join a purpose-driven organisation shaping a sustainable future

Shape the future of New Zealand forestry by turning science capability into commercial opportunities and sector outcomes.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Draftsperson Designer

at Electrical & Machinery Services Ltd

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

A rewarding balance of independent responsibility and collaborative teamwork
Be part of a skilled team committed to innovation, quality, and improvement.
Live and work in Rotorua, with outdoor adventures on your doorstep.

Be part of a team that sets the standard in forestry innovation and drives the performance of world-class equipment, delivered to customers worldwide.

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Consulting Arborist / Tree Consultant

at Arb-Eco Ltd

This is a Full time job

Whenuapai, Auckland(Hybrid)

Variety to role: on site, at home, in the office. Reports, TPPs & Works Arb
Small team engagement
Make a difference

Experienced consulting arborist to join Arb-Eco Ltd for tree assessments, reports, and site supervision.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

11d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Engineering Technical Support Representative

at Mitek New Zealand Limited

This is a Full time job

East Tamaki, Auckland(Hybrid)

Global organisation
Opportunity to grow
Engineering opportunity

Great starting role, join a global organisation and grow your engineering career.

subClassification: Engineering DraftingEngineering Drafting classification: Engineering(Engineering)

19d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Vegetation Manager

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Competitive salary plus life and medical insurance

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact to our customers and improve network reliability, this could be the role that you have been looking for!

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed eleven days ago

Forest Manager

at Stand Forestry

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay(Hybrid)

Competitive salary + medical insurance
Career growth — opportunities to progress within our thriving business
Supportive culture: collaborate, stay flexible, and keep learning together

Join NZ's largest forestry management company Stand Forestry with strong growth and future opportunities

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

11d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Vegetation Manager

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

Masterton, Wellington

Competitive salary plus life and medical insurance

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact to our customers and improve network reliability, this could be the role that you have been looking for!

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty three days ago

Fibre Supply Forester

at Oji Fibre Solutions – Forest Resources

This is a Full time job

Rotorua, Bay of Plenty

Join a supportive and experienced team
Enhanced superannuation
Free Southern Cross Medical Insurance

Are you an experienced Forester who thrives on operational excellence, strong relationship building and a passion for environmental sustainability?

subClassification: Production, Planning & SchedulingProduction, Planning & Scheduling classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Experienced ETS Consultant

at Stand Forestry

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Lead impactful forestry carbon projects across New Zealand
Join NZ’s largest forest management and ETS advisory team
Competitive salary, medical cover, and career growth opportunities

Shape the future of forestry and carbon projects through trusted ETS expertise and sustainable land management.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

5d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Environmental Consultant

at EnviroCo Ltd

This is a Full time job

Harewood, Canterbury

A balanced mix of field work, office consulting and client engagement
Small team where your ideas and expertise are valued
Supportive team culture with opportunities to grow

Varied Environmental Consultant role combining site work, technical expertise and client relationships in a growing Canterbury consultancy.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Vegetation Manager

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

New Plymouth Central, Taranaki(Hybrid)

Competitive salary plus life and medical insurance

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact to our customers and improve network reliability, this could be the role that you have been looking for!

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Intermediate Geotechnical Engineer/Engineering Geologist

at Riley Consultants Ltd

This is a Full time job

Takapuna, Auckland

Shape your career at Riley with diverse projects, supportive mentors and real opportunities to grow your skills and impact.

subClassification: Civil/Structural EngineeringCivil/Structural Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Vegetation Manager

at Powerco

This is a Full time job

Whanganui Central, Manawatu

Competitive salary plus life and medical insurance

Flexi-time, flexi-locations, flexi-days, we do it all
Fully subsidised medical and life insurance
Great career development and long-term career opportunities.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact to our customers and improve network reliability, this could be the role that you have been looking for!

subClassification: Power Generation & DistributionPower Generation & Distribution classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed two days ago

Graduate Engineer – Water and Wastewater

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$74,394 - $82,660 per annum

Gain valuable exposure to the wider Three Waters business
Contribute to decisions that make a lasting impact
Contribute to decisions that make a lasting impact

Learn to provide technical advice to developers and builders to ensure adherence to our water and wastewater master plans and infrastructure standards

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

2d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Development Engineer

at Watercare Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

Income protection and life insurance.

Fantastic modern Newmarket offices, close to public transport.
Great culture with a work/life balance.
Career development opportunities.

Work closely with developers, engineering consultants, Auckland Council, and Watercare teams to support high‑quality growth across Auckland.

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering classification: Engineering(Engineering)

20d ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Workshop Mechanic

at Donaldson Mechanical Ltd

Immediate start

This is a Full time job

Tamahere, Waikato

Skilled Engineer / Mechanic for new forestry attachment installations in Hamilton.

subClassification: Automotive TradesAutomotive Trades classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

25d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen days ago

Sustainability Manager

at Oji Fibre Solutions – Forest Resources

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Manufacturing at its core
Key role in Sustainability team
Broad range of workstreams

Join Oji Fibre Solutions’ Sustainability team and help deliver our vision of being our customers’ best supplier of pulp and packaging.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Forestry Operations Manager

at K G Richardson Ltd

This is a Full time job

Invercargill Central, Southland

Lead forest operations, drive results, and enjoy variety, autonomy, and growth.
Exciting and rewarding opportunity!
Dynamic and flexible role!

Join a supportive team managing forests from planning to harvest across Southland & Otago.

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

24d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

Ecology Cadet

at WSP New Zealand

This is a Full time job

Palmerston North Central, Manawatu

Work outdoors exploring native forests and wetland
No previous experience required, just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
Financial support for course fees, learning materials, and more

Get paid while you study, gain real-world experience, and work alongside professional ecologists helping to protect New Zealand's unique environment.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

3d ago

Listed ten days ago

Supply & Commercial Manager

at Manulife Investment Management Forest Management (NZ) Limited

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty(Hybrid)

Join one of NZ’s largest, sustainability‑focused forest managers
Enjoy a competitive package with bonus, vehicle, insurances and extra KiwiSaver
A role with scale, commercial influence and flexibility,

Lead the end-to-end supply chain for 3.8 million tonnes of timber annually across one of New Zealand's largest forestry operations.

subClassification: Purchasing, Procurement & InventoryPurchasing, Procurement & Inventory classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

10d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Catchment Management Lead - Hauraki & Coromandel

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Paeroa, Waikato

$102,000 – $115,000 per year

5 Weeks Leave + Secure Role + Part of a collaborative team.
Generous leave entitlements & a great social club.
Training and Development Opportunities Provided + Annual Salary Review.

Lead and grow our Catchment Management Team. Advance your career while delivering water quality, land management and biodiversity outcomes.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

13d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Senior Environmental Consultant & Planner

at Landpro Limited

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago(Hybrid)

$100,000 – $120,000 per year

A highly competitive salary based on experience
Flexible, supportive and family friendly working arrangements, dogs included!
Health, well-being and insurance cover.

Are you an environmental scientist with planning experience who enjoys solving complex environmental challenges?

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

20d ago

Listed eighteen days ago