Government Relations Science & Technology Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - May 2026

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Water Quality Science Officer

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Support water quality monitoring across Tairāwhiti through fieldwork, data management, analysis and protecting our environment for future generations.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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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)

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Listed fifteen days ago

Environmental Officer

at Napier City Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Salary range - $79,091 - $93,048 dependent on exp

Permanent Full Time | 40hrs Monday to Friday | Practical, purpose-driven role
The work you do directly contributes to the health of Napier’s environment
Health insurance work scheme + Retail discounts + many more employee benefits

Permanent Full Time | 40hrs Monday to Friday | Practical, purpose-driven role
The work you do directly contributes to the health of Napier’s environment
Health insurance work scheme + Retail discounts + many more employee benefits

Play a hands-on role in protecting Napier’s environment supporting water quality, compliance, and the wellbeing of our community.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

15d ago

Listed fourteen days ago

Ecologist

at Waimakariri District Council

This is a Full time job

Rangiora, Canterbury

Competitive remuneration

Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life-balance
Make a difference in the community

Competitive remuneration and employee benefits
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life-balance
Make a difference in the community

The Council are seeking an experienced Ecologist to protect and enhance areas of high biodiversity value or with ecological restoration potential.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

14d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Water Quality Science Officer

at Gisborne District Council

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Permanent, full-time position with supportive management
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day! Staff discounts at local retailers
Work with and for the community

Support water quality monitoring across Tairāwhiti through fieldwork, data management, analysis and protecting our environment for future generations.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

15d ago

Listed nineteen days ago

Climate Services Scientist x 2

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Are you looking to build your climate services science career?
Join our Wellington based team to lead and deliver research in the Pacific
Generous leave entitlements and employee benefits.

Are you looking to build your climate services science career?
Join our Wellington based team to lead and deliver research in the Pacific
Generous leave entitlements and employee benefits.

You will design and deliver climate/hazard information, applications and services to support risk-informed decision-making across the Pacific and NZ.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

19d ago

Listed eight days ago

Senior Internal Communications Specialist

at Seequent ULC

This is a Full time job

Christchurch, Canterbury

The Senior Internal Communications Specialist focuses on sharing what's happening across the company, including product highlights, business updates,

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

8d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Public Programmes Specialist - Space Place

at Wheako Pōneke

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Share the stories of Space and Science
Work at historic heritage sites
Join a team passionate about history, art, culture and science

Share the stories of Space and Science
Work at historic heritage sites
Join a team passionate about history, art, culture and science

Join a team of like-minded community builders leading Wellington in remarkable experiences.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

12d ago

Listed six 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)

6d ago

Listed thirteen hours ago

Environmental Health Officer

at Queenstown Lakes District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago(Hybrid)

Base Salary + Employee Benefits + Kiwisaver

Access to a host of QLDC benefits
Hybrid + flexible working practices
Genuine commitment to your training and career development

Access to a host of QLDC benefits
Hybrid + flexible working practices
Genuine commitment to your training and career development

Join our busy and highly motivated team, and we also welcome applications from experienced candidates at the Senior level.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13h ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Healthy Water Bodies Facilitator

at Christchurch City Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$88,003 to $97,781 per annum

Make an impact on your community
Enjoy a variety of work with purpose
Be a part of a trusted expert team

Make an impact on your community
Enjoy a variety of work with purpose
Be a part of a trusted expert team

Enjoy a hands-on technical role monitoring council wetlands, stormwater devices and waterways, partnering with communities for healthy water outcomes.

subClassification: Quality Assurance & ControlQuality Assurance & Control

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

21h ago

Listed five days ago

Consulting Editor

at Madison Recruitment Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

Looking for a company that offers amazing employee benefits?
Live in Auckland? looking for a balanced hybrid position?
Come and work with a friendly, supportive team that encourages growth

Looking for a company that offers amazing employee benefits?
Live in Auckland? looking for a balanced hybrid position?
Come and work with a friendly, supportive team that encourages growth

Do you have a Postgraduate degree (ideally Masters) in health science? and a strong interest in research?

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

5d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Compliance Officer/Senior Compliance Officer – Biosecurity

at Otago Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Alexandra, Otago

Approx. $69,000 - $81,591

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

Attractive Employee Benefits
Great People and Culture
Flexible Working Conditions

If you are keen to make a tangible impact on the Otago environment, then this is the role for you!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago•Expiring

Listed eighteen hours ago

Marine Scientist

at Tasman District Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Richmond, Tasman

Join a supportive team culture
Opportunities to work alongside iwi, community groups, research partners
Full time permanent role

Join a supportive team culture
Opportunities to work alongside iwi, community groups, research partners
Full time permanent role

This is a new role and brings an opportunity for to establish and lead the council's marine science programme.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

18h ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Scientist/Engineer

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Devonport, Auckland

$81,709 – $122,564 per year

Develop your interest in undersea sensing capabilities
Work alongside a professional and supportive team
Permanent role based at Devonport Naval Base

Develop your interest in undersea sensing capabilities
Work alongside a professional and supportive team
Permanent role based at Devonport Naval Base

Contribute to research that enhances undersea capabilities, with a focus on acoustic sensing and signal processing

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Environmental Scientist or Senior Environmental Scientist - Contaminated Land

at e3Scientific Limited

This is a Full time job

Queenstown, Otago

e3Scientific are seeking a full-time contaminated land specialist with 5 – 10 years of experience.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Senior Environmental Officer

at Napier City Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

Salary range - $91,455 - $107,594 dependent on exp

Permanent Full Time | 40hrs Monday to Friday | Senior, hands-on role
This role you will lead on complex monitoring, investigations, & compliance work
Health insurance work scheme + Retail discounts + many more employee benefits

Permanent Full Time | 40hrs Monday to Friday | Senior, hands-on role
This role you will lead on complex monitoring, investigations, & compliance work
Health insurance work scheme + Retail discounts + many more employee benefits

Lead the work that protects Napier’s environment bringing technical expertise, sound judgement, and real-world impact to water quality and compliance.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

15d ago

Listed seven days ago

Principal Scientist

at Instream Consulting Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury(Hybrid)

We want an ecology expert who is passionate about mentoring staff.
Instream is a growing team of ecologists, focused on making a difference.
We offer competitive remuneration.

We want an ecology expert who is passionate about mentoring staff.
Instream is a growing team of ecologists, focused on making a difference.
We offer competitive remuneration.

Come join our team and help push the dial towards a healthy natural environment.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Environmental Health Officer

at Horowhenua District Council

This is a Full time job

Levin, Manawatu

Make a real impact in Horowhenua
Grow your career in a supportive, forward-focused council
Be part of an inclusive, values-driven team

Make a real impact in Horowhenua
Grow your career in a supportive, forward-focused council
Be part of an inclusive, values-driven team

Join us to safeguard the environment and the wellbeing of our community

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed seven days ago

Junior Consultant

at All Clear Group NZ

This is a Full time job

Epsom, Auckland

Salary + Company Vehicle, Fuel Card and iPhone

Performance reviews with opportunities to share the rewards of business growth
Dedicated team and mentors who will support you to extend your current skills
Ongoing external health monitoring

Performance reviews with opportunities to share the rewards of business growth
Dedicated team and mentors who will support you to extend your current skills
Ongoing external health monitoring

Are you looking to kick-start or grow your career in environmental science? Join our Auckland-based team and allow your work to make a real impact.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Commissioning Editor – Legal Texts (0.7 FTE, 8‑month FTC)

at RELX

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Wellington(Hybrid)

Lead NZ legal publishing for a global brand
Hybrid role in Auckland or Wellington
12-month fixed term, part-time (0.7 FTE)

Lead NZ legal publishing for a global brand
Hybrid role in Auckland or Wellington
12-month fixed term, part-time (0.7 FTE)

Hands-on commissioning role for an editor who loves working with authors, driving proposals, and owning full book portfolios (budgets & revenue)

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

6d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Science & Technology Lead - Sensing and Intelligence

at New Zealand Defence Force | Te Ope Kātua o Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Devonport, Auckland

$147,234 - $170,818 (including 4% superannuation)

Senior leadership opportunity at Defence Science and Technology
Unique technical, research role working alongside a professional team
Position is based at Devonport Naval Base, Auckland

Senior leadership opportunity at Defence Science and Technology
Unique technical, research role working alongside a professional team
Position is based at Devonport Naval Base, Auckland

Exciting opportunity to shape the future direction of this research programme whilst deliver outcomes to the NZDF

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

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