Natural Environment Advisor Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Apr 2026

Lead our dedicated science & technical advisors across Aotearoa, guiding national programmes & initiatives to protect & restore freshwater ecosystems.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

11d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Environmental Planner - Consents

at Opotiki District Council

This is a Full time job

Opotiki, Bay of Plenty

Join a supportive team dedicated to making a difference in a district rich in culture, natural beauty, and opportunity.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

23d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Resource Consents Monitoring & Enforcement Officer

at Porirua City Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Porirua, Wellington

play a meaningful role in protecting environmental standards
enjoy balancing fieldwork with analytical thinking
join a motivated and hardworking team

play a meaningful role in protecting environmental standards
enjoy balancing fieldwork with analytical thinking
join a motivated and hardworking team

Are you passionate about environmental compliance and keen to play a hands-on role in shaping a thriving, sustainable city?

subClassification: Local GovernmentLocal Government

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Compliance Officer - Forestry

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

Field-based role. Undertake site visits to forestry areas, assist with risk-based inspection and provide timely compliance reporting - apply today!

subClassification: Regional CouncilRegional Council

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

18d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Kaiārahi Taiao - Operations Lead

at Mana Recruitment

This is a Full time job

Warkworth, Auckland

Lead operational initiatives in environmental and marine resource management
Champion the integration of te ao Māori in environmental practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical writing skills

Lead operational initiatives in environmental and marine resource management
Champion the integration of te ao Māori in environmental practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills with technical writing skills

Drive marine and environmental initiatives that protect taonga and uphold the values of Ngāti Manuhiri.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

17d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Expedition Leader

at Elite & Personal Tours Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Queenstown Central, Otago

Our Expedition Leaders are among the best in the business. They are highly educated naturalists and experienced guides.

subClassification: Tour GuidesTour Guides

classification: Hospitality & Tourism(Hospitality & Tourism)

11d ago

Listed five days ago

Regional Lead Kauri Protection

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Tamaki, Auckland

Leadership role that safeguards taonga and supports thriving ecosystems.
Permanent, full-time position, Auckland / Hauraki based location / flexi.
Salary range: $92,912 to $124,500- depending on skills and experience.

Leadership role that safeguards taonga and supports thriving ecosystems.
Permanent, full-time position, Auckland / Hauraki based location / flexi.
Salary range: $92,912 to $124,500- depending on skills and experience.

Be at the heart of national kauri protection-connecting people, science and mātauranga Māori to safeguard our forests.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

5d ago

Listed eleven days ago

SLM Advisor (x2)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington(Hybrid)

$68878 - $87265 p.a.

Advise on land tenure matters, process statutory consents
X2 permanent full time opportunities
Flexible to any location with a DOC Office

Advise on land tenure matters, process statutory consents
X2 permanent full time opportunities
Flexible to any location with a DOC Office

Join DOC and contribute to shaping conservation outcomes through statutory land management

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

11d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Client Advisor

at Saint Laurent (Australia) Pty Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Newmarket, Auckland

An exciting opportunity to join a fashion house renowned for introducing the concept of luxury prêt-à-porter!

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

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

29d ago

Listed two days ago

Adviser - Animal & Aquatic Risk

at Ministry for Primary Industries

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$76,463 to $89,215

Shape aquatic decisions protecting Aotearoa’s freshwater & marine life
Work with Biosecurity New Zealand safeguarding trade and environments
Structured mentoring and on the job learning in a supportive team

Shape aquatic decisions protecting Aotearoa’s freshwater & marine life
Work with Biosecurity New Zealand safeguarding trade and environments
Structured mentoring and on the job learning in a supportive team

Provide evidence-based aquatic risk advice in a collaborative science team, influencing import decisions that protect New Zealand

subClassification: GovernmentGovernment

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Technician - Environment

at OceanaGold (New Zealand) Ltd

This is a Full time job

Macraes Flat, Otago

Competitive salary, bonuses and private medical

Join a growing international gold mining business.
Competitive salary, bonus and private medical insurance.
Mon-Fri, 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend every other week.

Join a growing international gold mining business.
Competitive salary, bonus and private medical insurance.
Mon-Fri, 9-day fortnight, enjoy a long weekend every other week.

Join the Environment team at New Zealand's largest gold mine, Macraes. Free bus travel to site from Dunedin and enjoy a long weekend every other week!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

17d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Principal Science Advisor (Freshwater)

at Department of Conservation

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Inform and lead DOC's strategic direction for freshwater species conservation
Permanent, full-time. Wellington (other locations will be considered; flexible
$109,160 to $143,000 (starting salary depends on skills and experience).

Inform and lead DOC's strategic direction for freshwater species conservation
Permanent, full-time. Wellington (other locations will be considered; flexible
$109,160 to $143,000 (starting salary depends on skills and experience).

Lead DOC's freshwater science direction and drive system‑level change to protect Aotearoa's wai and species.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

27d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Environmental Work - Spraying, Brush cutting, Planting

at Naturally Native NZ Plants

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Oropi, Bay of Plenty

Don't miss this unique opportunity to make a positive environmental contribution – apply as soon as possible!

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

24d ago

Listed five days ago

Adviser Food Assurance

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$76,463 - $89,215 based on skills and experience

Help keep NZ food exports trusted globally
Grow your reporting and analytics skills
Join a collaborative Wellington based team

Help keep NZ food exports trusted globally
Grow your reporting and analytics skills
Join a collaborative Wellington based team

Support New Zealand's food export system, grow reporting capability, work with skilled specialists, and help manage real world export issues

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

5d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Permissions Treaty Advisor

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Hokitika, West Coast

Help regulate the use of conservation land and interactions with our wildlife
Bring your knowledge to give effect to the Treaty of Waitangi principles
Permanent, full-time role based in Christchurch. Hokitika & Dunedin considered

Help regulate the use of conservation land and interactions with our wildlife
Bring your knowledge to give effect to the Treaty of Waitangi principles
Permanent, full-time role based in Christchurch. Hokitika & Dunedin considered

As Senior Permissions Treaty Advisor, you will manage complex applications from start to finish.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Senior Technical Advisor- Island Biosecurity & Management

at Department of Conservation

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Lead biodiversity technical advice and tools to support conservation across NZ
Salary range: $92,912- $117,570 (depending on experience).
Wellington, other locations will be considered.

Lead biodiversity technical advice and tools to support conservation across NZ
Salary range: $92,912- $117,570 (depending on experience).
Wellington, other locations will be considered.

Join DOC in a key role shaping national biodiversity tools and advice to protect species, restore ecosystems, and drive lasting conservation outcomes.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

27d ago

Listed two days ago

Technical Advisor

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Nelson Central, Tasman(Hybrid)

Provide biosecurity advice to achieve conservation outcomes
Develop, participate, and lead effective biosecurity systems, processes & tools
Permanent, full-time role with flexible location

Provide biosecurity advice to achieve conservation outcomes
Develop, participate, and lead effective biosecurity systems, processes & tools
Permanent, full-time role with flexible location

Work in a critical part of the New Zealand Biosecurity System that deals with new and imminent biological threats that have/could breach our border.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

2d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Reserves Manager Waikato

at NZ Native Forest Restoration Trust (NFRT)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Hamilton Central, Waikato(Remote)

Lead restoration work plans in native ecosystems as Reserve Manager for the NFRTs Waikato reserves

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

17d ago

Listed two days ago

Technical Advisor

at Department of Conservation

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Invercargill, Southland(Hybrid)

Provide biosecurity advice to achieve conservation outcomes
Develop, participate, and lead effective biosecurity systems, processes & tools
Permanent, full-time role with flexible location

Provide biosecurity advice to achieve conservation outcomes
Develop, participate, and lead effective biosecurity systems, processes & tools
Permanent, full-time role with flexible location

Work in a critical part of the New Zealand Biosecurity System that deals with new and imminent biological threats that have/could breach our border.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Senior Permissions Treaty Advisor

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Dunedin, Otago

Help regulate the use of conservation land and interactions with our wildlife
Bring your knowledge to give effect to the Treaty of Waitangi principles
Permanent, full-time role based in Christchurch. Hokitika & Dunedin considered

Help regulate the use of conservation land and interactions with our wildlife
Bring your knowledge to give effect to the Treaty of Waitangi principles
Permanent, full-time role based in Christchurch. Hokitika & Dunedin considered

As Senior Permissions Treaty Advisor, you will manage complex applications from start to finish.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

5d ago

Listed three days ago

Ranger Freshwater Pests and Migratory Fish Species

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Hokitika, West Coast(Hybrid)

Lead conservation efforts to protect the region's unique freshwater ecosystems, including threatened galaxias species.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

3d ago

Listed three days ago

Nutrition Advisor/Retail Assistant (Airport Oaks)

at Raw Essentials

This is a Full time job

Mangere, Auckland

Be part of a growing, sustainability-focused, NZ-owned company that offers a supportive learning culture.

subClassification: Retail AssistantsRetail Assistants

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

3d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Environmental Planner

at Auckland Airport

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Competitive package + KiwiSaver and FREE parking + 20% discounted childcare
Full-time permanent position, flexible work arrangements
Supportive and success-driven team environment

Competitive package + KiwiSaver and FREE parking + 20% discounted childcare
Full-time permanent position, flexible work arrangements
Supportive and success-driven team environment

We require an Environmental Planner at an intermediate level to complement our well-established team.

subClassification: Strategy & PlanningStrategy & Planning

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Restoration Project Advisor

at Jam HR Consulting

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Key role delivering & monitoring restoration projects. Hours are negotiable.
Build strong relationships with funding recipients, iwi, hapū & partners
Based in Hamilton, with travel required to sites to monitor progress & outcomes

Key role delivering & monitoring restoration projects. Hours are negotiable.
Build strong relationships with funding recipients, iwi, hapū & partners
Based in Hamilton, with travel required to sites to monitor progress & outcomes

Support impactful restoration projects. Coordinate funding, build partnerships & help deliver lasting environmental outcomes across the catchments

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

23d ago

Listed nine days ago

Advisor Region Safety Health & Wellbeing – Fixed Term – Christchurch or Dunedin

at Fire and Emergency New Zealand

This is a Contract/Temp job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

Be part of an organisation dedicated to serving our communities
Fixed Term position until 18 December 2026
Salary range $96,998 - $107,776 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Be part of an organisation dedicated to serving our communities
Fixed Term position until 18 December 2026
Salary range $96,998 - $107,776 (pro rata), dependent on skills and experience

Use your experience in Safety Health and Wellbeing in a supported position. This is a varied role with no 2 days the same!

subClassification: Emergency ServicesEmergency Services

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Freshwater Advisor | Kaitohutohu Waimāori

at Horizons Regional Council

Be an early applicant

This is a Full time job

Woodville, Manawatu

Experience of working together with farmers, iwi, and community groups.
A passion and knowledge of water quality issues and solutions.
Positive focus on employee health, wellness and wellbeing.

Experience of working together with farmers, iwi, and community groups.
A passion and knowledge of water quality issues and solutions.
Positive focus on employee health, wellness and wellbeing.

Be part of a team implementing actions on the ground in an organisation recognised for our expertise, innovation, science and leadership!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Environmental Advisor

at Beyond Recruitment - NZ’s best career opportunities – jobs all over Aotearoa

This is a Full time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

Environmental Advisor CentrePort Permanent, full-time role Wellington based Competitive salary and benefits

subClassification: Occupational Health & SafetyOccupational Health & Safety

classification: Human Resources & Recruitment(Human Resources & Recruitment)

10d ago

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