Resource Scientist Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Mar 2026

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Water Information Analyst

at Hawkes Bay Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$88,995 – $104,700 per year

Be committed to environmental protection and community resilience
Life insurance, income protection, flexible working to support work/life balance

Be committed to environmental protection and community resilience
Life insurance, income protection, flexible working to support work/life balance

We are looking for a Water Information Analyst to join our Environmental Information team.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Chemist

at Oji Fibre Solutions – Forest Resources

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Kinleith, Waikato

$95000 - $120000

• Hands on laboratory management position.
• Teamwork emphasis.
• Key longstanding employer processing NZ’s large forest resources.

• Hands on laboratory management position.
• Teamwork emphasis.
• Key longstanding employer processing NZ’s large forest resources.

Ready to put your chemistry skill set to good use in a continuous manufacturing environment?

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

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Listed twenty seven days ago

Resource Management Advisor

at Lumen Environmental Ltd

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Ashburton, Canterbury(Hybrid)

$85,000 – $100,000 per year

Resource Management Advisor role with flexible work, professional development, and balanced office/fieldwork across the South Island.

subClassification: Environment & Planning LawEnvironment & Planning Law

classification: Legal(Legal)

27d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Professional Teaching Fellow - School of Biological Sciences

at The University of Auckland

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$105,790 – $128,065 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

The School of Biological Sciences | Te Kura Mātauranga Koiora (SBS) is seeking an enthusiastic educator to join our team.

subClassification: Teaching - TertiaryTeaching - Tertiary

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

24d ago

Listed four days ago

Senior Technician – Food Science - School of Chemical Sciences

at The University of Auckland

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$73,400 – $86,403 per year

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities
Excellent location
Competitive superannuation scheme and Employee benefits

Varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same—perfect for someone who enjoys problem-solving, collaboration, and making things run seamlessly

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

4d ago

Listed seven days ago

Casual Science Laboratory Technician

at Ara Institute of Canterbury

This is a Casual/Vacation job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$27-$31 per hour

Step in during busy periods and support hands-on science laboratories
Bring lab experience and strong health and safety knowledge
Work for a progressive world class tertiary education provider

Step in during busy periods and support hands-on science laboratories
Bring lab experience and strong health and safety knowledge
Work for a progressive world class tertiary education provider

We’re looking for someone to step in and support our science laboratories during periods of increased activity

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

7d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Water Information Analyst

at Hawkes Bay Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Napier Central, Hawkes Bay

$88,995 – $104,700 per year

Be committed to environmental protection and community resilience
Life insurance, income protection, flexible working to support work/life balance

Be committed to environmental protection and community resilience
Life insurance, income protection, flexible working to support work/life balance

We are looking for a Water Information Analyst to join our Environmental Information team.

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

20d ago

Listed fourteen 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)

14d ago

Listed twenty one days ago

Classroom Teachers - Relocate to VIC (Australia)

at Department of Education Victoria

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

$79,589 – $118,063 per year + 12% Superannuation (AUD)

We have openings across the state available in metro, regional & rural settings
Opportunities in Primary, Secondary & Special schools
Access to professional development, mentoring programs and much more

We have openings across the state available in metro, regional & rural settings
Opportunities in Primary, Secondary & Special schools
Access to professional development, mentoring programs and much more

Move to Victoria, for a vibrant education sector, supportive schools, diverse communities, and a mix of city and regional teaching experiences.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

21d ago

Listed one day ago

Senior Scientist, Genomics

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Wallaceville, Wellington

$100,934 - $118,005 depending on experience

This directorate are the guardians of Aotearoa New Zealand's biosecurity
Highly qualified, passionate professionals working on a variety of projects
Additional MPI leave days

This directorate are the guardians of Aotearoa New Zealand's biosecurity
Highly qualified, passionate professionals working on a variety of projects
Additional MPI leave days

Play a key role in advancing our capability in next generation sequencing (NGS)

subClassification: Biotechnology & GeneticsBiotechnology & Genetics

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

1d ago

Listed sixteen hours ago

Animal Production Specialist - Virtual Fencing

at Gallagher

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Lake, Waikato(Hybrid)

Hands-on in the field while influencing product, data, and engineering decisions

Hands-on in the field while influencing product, data, and engineering decisions

Bridge farming and tech. Drive real-world trials, shape animal welfare insights, and help transform livestock management with eShepherd!

subClassification: Biological & Biomedical SciencesBiological & Biomedical Sciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

16h ago

Listed twenty five days ago

Chemist

at Oji Fibre Solutions – Forest Resources

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Kinleith, Waikato

$95000 - $120000

• Hands on laboratory management position.
• Teamwork emphasis.
• Key longstanding employer processing NZ’s large forest resources.

• Hands on laboratory management position.
• Teamwork emphasis.
• Key longstanding employer processing NZ’s large forest resources.

Ready to put your chemistry skill set to good use in a continuous manufacturing environment?

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

25d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Technical Officer and Casual Laboratory Technician

at Cetogenix Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Rotorua Central, Bay of Plenty

Opportunity to design and deliver a unique engineering solution to global market
Work within a multi-discipline team focused on out-of-the-box innovation
Flexible role with a strong company culture focused on work-life balance

Opportunity to design and deliver a unique engineering solution to global market
Work within a multi-discipline team focused on out-of-the-box innovation
Flexible role with a strong company culture focused on work-life balance

Cetogenix is scaling its Ceto-Boost™ technology for the global market - join our team building first-of-a-kind systems.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

26d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Planner's Intermediate - Two Positions Available

at Landpro Limited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $95,000 per year depending on experience

Highly competitive salary based on experience
Flexible, supportive and family friendly working arrangements,
Life & income insurance, wellbeing contribution & employee assistance programme

Highly competitive salary based on experience
Flexible, supportive and family friendly working arrangements,
Life & income insurance, wellbeing contribution & employee assistance programme

Contribute to sustainable development in Cromwell and Wanaka's thriving planning team. Excellent work-life balance and growth opportunities.

subClassification: Urban Design & PlanningUrban Design & Planning

classification: Design & Architecture(Design & Architecture)

27d ago

Listed three days ago

Assistant Engineer - Water/Environmental

at Christchurch City Council

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$88,003 to $97,781 per annum + professional fees!

Enjoy varied and technically stimulating work
We'll support you on your pathway to becoming a Chartered Engineer
Work alongside highly skilled and experienced engineers and scientists

Enjoy varied and technically stimulating work
We'll support you on your pathway to becoming a Chartered Engineer
Work alongside highly skilled and experienced engineers and scientists

play a key role in supporting environmental and water engineering activities across the Council’s water portfolios and in the resilience of our City!

subClassification: Water & Waste EngineeringWater & Waste Engineering

classification: Engineering(Engineering)

3d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Farm Environmental and Senior Farm Environmental Consultants

at Landpro Limited

This is a Full time job

Cromwell, Otago(Hybrid)

$80,000 – $110,000 per year

Drive better environments and farm performance across the lower South Island through expert planning, insights, and on‑farm environmental advice.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

13d ago

Listed one day ago

Executive Assistant

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

Reports to the Chief Communications and Engagement Officer
Based at our Auckland site with free parking
Are you a highly capable Executive Assistant looking for a new challenge?

Reports to the Chief Communications and Engagement Officer
Based at our Auckland site with free parking
Are you a highly capable Executive Assistant looking for a new challenge?

Opportunity for experienced, agile Executive Assistant who anticipates needs, keeps priorities moving & ensures communication & execution are seamless

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

classification: Administration & Office Support(Administration & Office Support)

1d ago

Listed eighteen days ago