Zoologists Jobs in New Zealand, Job Vacancies - Jun 2026

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Intermediate Ecologist

This is a Full time job

Technically demanding work — major consents, native species mgmt, biodiversity
Real autonomy in a small team where good work is recognised
Clear path to senior for the right person

Technically demanding work — major consents, native species mgmt, biodiversity
Real autonomy in a small team where good work is recognised
Clear path to senior for the right person

Habitat NZ is hiring an Intermediate Ecologist — high-performing team, significant projects, and a clear path to senior.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

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Intermediate Ecologist

at Ecological Solutions Limited

Immediate start

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

If you thrive on a fast paced and collaborative environment within a focused and high performing team, apply today!

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

Featured

Listed twenty days ago

Penguin Keeper

at International Antarctic Experience Limited

This is a Full time job

Christchurch Central, Canterbury

$24.50 – $25.50 per hour

Join a close-knit team at one of the most unique guest experience destinations

Join a close-knit team at one of the most unique guest experience destinations

You'll bring experience in animal care or a related field, strong observational skills, a genuine passion for wildlife, and the confidence to present.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

20d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Graduate Ecologist

at Ecological Solutions Limited

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Begin your ecological consulting career with a company that invests in its people, supports and rewards staff and values team work.

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

18d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Wildlife Keeper

at Franz Josef Wildlife Centre

This is a Full time job

Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast

$27 – $35 per hour

Work hands-on with rare and iconic New Zealand wildlife.
Make a meaningful conservation impact.
Live and work in an extraordinary location .

Work hands-on with rare and iconic New Zealand wildlife.
Make a meaningful conservation impact.
Live and work in an extraordinary location .

This is a rare opportunity to play a hands-on role in the care and conservation advocacy of some of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured wildlife.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

16d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Ecological Restoration Field Crew

at Scrub Ecology Ltd

Immediate start

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Wainui, Auckland

$27 – $30 per hour

Ongoing training and support.
Industry leading nursery.
Excellent team culture.

Ongoing training and support.
Industry leading nursery.
Excellent team culture.

Hands-on conservation work! Plant natives, control pests, and make a real impact with Scrub Ecology.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

23d ago

Listed two days ago

Animal Shelter Officer Office focused - Manukau Shelter

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland

$69,000 to $72,000 p/a plus benefits

Join a passionate team that values compassion and care
Make a real impact in animal welfare every day
Permanent Full-time

Join a passionate team that values compassion and care
Make a real impact in animal welfare every day
Permanent Full-time

Join Manukau Animal Shelter as an Officer—care for dogs, support vet work, and promote responsible ownership in a dedicated team.

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Biosecurity Passenger Facilitator

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Part time job

Wellington Central, Wellington

$60,882 per annum pro rata for part-time hours

Must be available to start on 6 July for one week of training
Engage directly with international travellers and Kiwis returning home
Permanent, part-time. Based at Wellington International Airport.

Must be available to start on 6 July for one week of training
Engage directly with international travellers and Kiwis returning home
Permanent, part-time. Based at Wellington International Airport.

We are recruiting for a Biosecurity Passenger Facilitator to join MPI on a part-time, permanent basis. Induction & ongoing training will be provided.

subClassification: Customer Service - Customer FacingCustomer Service - Customer Facing

classification: Call Centre & Customer Service(Call Centre & Customer Service)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Intermediate Ecologist

at Habitat NZ Ltd

This is a Full time job

Ellerslie, Auckland

Technically demanding work — major consents, native species mgmt, biodiversity
Real autonomy in a small team where good work is recognised
Clear path to senior for the right person

Technically demanding work — major consents, native species mgmt, biodiversity
Real autonomy in a small team where good work is recognised
Clear path to senior for the right person

Habitat NZ is hiring an Intermediate Ecologist — high-performing team, significant projects, and a clear path to senior.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

5d ago

Listed more than thirty days ago

Intermediate Ecologist

at Ecological Solutions Limited

Immediate start

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

If you thrive on a fast paced and collaborative environment within a focused and high performing team, apply today!

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

30d+ ago

Listed eleven days ago

Environmental Project Supervisor

at Zolve Environmental Ltd

This is a Full time job

Timaru, Canterbury

Plenty of Variety– Mix of fieldwork, planning, reporting and problem-solving.
Career Growth– Learn and build skills across a diverse range of disciplines.
Supportive Team– Join a team that values trust, practical solutions, and humour.

Plenty of Variety– Mix of fieldwork, planning, reporting and problem-solving.
Career Growth– Learn and build skills across a diverse range of disciplines.
Supportive Team– Join a team that values trust, practical solutions, and humour.

Looking for a job with variety, purpose in some of NZ’s best landscapes? Join Zolve, from fieldwork to office work and everything between.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

11d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Waingake Ngahere Ora - Field Team

at Gisborne District Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Gisborne Central, Gisborne

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Full time fixed term role until July 2027
Outdoor, hands-on conservation and monitoring work
Birthday/wellness leave + Piritahi leave day + reduced health insurance

Restore native ngahere in the Waingake catchment through hands-on fieldwork, trapping, monitoring and weed control. Fixed term to July 2027.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

18d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Fishery Officer

at Ministry for Primary Industries

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

Varied field role—patrol waterways and tackle enforcement work
Protect NZ’s fisheries and support sustainable use for future
Strong training and career pathways within MPI

Varied field role—patrol waterways and tackle enforcement work
Protect NZ’s fisheries and support sustainable use for future
Strong training and career pathways within MPI

Protect NZ's fisheries in Hamilton—enforce rules, engage communities, and help safeguard our marine environment for the future.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

16d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Community Engagement Lead

at Otara Waterways and Lake Trust

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Otara, Auckland(Hybrid)

$37 – $42 per hour

Make a real difference in local communities and waterways
Diverse role combining community engagement and environmental action
Shape community-led environmental action through the Trust’s work

Make a real difference in local communities and waterways
Diverse role combining community engagement and environmental action
Shape community-led environmental action through the Trust’s work

Lead community engagement, flood resilience and illegal dumping behaviour change initiatives across Ōtara and South Auckland waterways.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

24d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Zoo Groundskeeper

at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland

Inspiring environment working alongside passionate people
Competitive remuneration package and staff benefits
Enjoy free use of centre facilities plus a range of other benefits

Inspiring environment working alongside passionate people
Competitive remuneration package and staff benefits
Enjoy free use of centre facilities plus a range of other benefits

Hands-on role with a focus facilities management

subClassification: HorticultureHorticulture

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

13d ago

Listed nine days ago

RAS Operations Technician - Earth Sciences New Zealand

at New Zealand Institute for Earth Science

This is a Full time job

Ruakaka, Northland

$68,250 - $98,500

Work with cutting-edge aquaculture technology
Exciting new aquaculture species
Make an impact on sustainable seafood production in New Zealand!

Work with cutting-edge aquaculture technology
Exciting new aquaculture species
Make an impact on sustainable seafood production in New Zealand!

Work with us at our Recirculating Aquaculture System (RAS) Kingfish research farm.

subClassification: Fishing & AquacultureFishing & Aquaculture

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

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Research Technician

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture
Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment

Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture
Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment

This hands-on role involves conducting research procedures, collecting and analysing data, collecting samples and helping to prepare reports.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

2d ago

Listed two days ago

Ecological Restoration Advisor - Restoration, Predator Control and Monitoring

at Pest Free Kaipatiki Restoration Society

Be an early applicant

This is a Part time job

Glenfield, Auckland(Hybrid)

Could you be our next Restoration Advisor supporting ecological restoration in Kaipātiki, Auckland, with a focus on predator control and monitoring?

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

2d ago

Listed five days ago

Personal Assistant

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Wellington

Support a senior leader at the centre of fast moving, high impact work
Contribute to nationally significant conservation priorities
Join a passionate team focused on delivering outcomes for nature

Support a senior leader at the centre of fast moving, high impact work
Contribute to nationally significant conservation priorities
Join a passionate team focused on delivering outcomes for nature

Organised PA to support Director, Biodiversity Programmes (Wellington). Fast‑paced role across policy, ops & Ministerial work.

subClassification: PA, EA & SecretarialPA, EA & Secretarial

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

5d ago

Listed two days ago

Environmental Monitoring Officer

at Auckland Council

This is a Full time job

Auckland(Hybrid)

$77,000 and $86,000 plus KiwiSaver

Ensure compliance for positive environmental outcomes
Combine field and office-based tasks
Collaborate on strategic initiatives and improvements

Ensure compliance for positive environmental outcomes
Combine field and office-based tasks
Collaborate on strategic initiatives and improvements

Manage compliance, addressing breaches, and supporting remediation

subClassification: Environment & Sustainability ConsultingEnvironment & Sustainability Consulting

classification: Consulting & Strategy(Consulting & Strategy)

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Ranger (Predator Control)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Full time job

Warkworth, Auckland

Help work to save the Tara iti/ New Zealand Fairy Tern from extinction
Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Full time, permanent role based in the Mahurangi Warkworth office

Help work to save the Tara iti/ New Zealand Fairy Tern from extinction
Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Full time, permanent role based in the Mahurangi Warkworth office

Be part of a team protecting New Zealand's rarest native bird the Tara iti/ New Zealand Fairy Tern

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

9d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Fish & Game Environmental Planner

at Central South Island Fish & Game

This is a Full time job

Temuka, Canterbury

$90,000 – $105,000 per year

The Environmental Officer is responsible for consent monitoring and making submissions on resource consent applications and regional/district plans.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

20d ago

Listed five days ago

Scientific Officer

at SPCA

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Remote)

Provide high quality, evidence based advice

Contribute to animal welfare and advocacy and make real change in this full-time, work from home role. Apply now!

subClassification: Veterinary Services & Animal WelfareVeterinary Services & Animal Welfare

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

5d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Compliance Officer Biosecurity

at Auckland Council

Expiring soon

This is a Full time job

Auckland CBD, Auckland(Hybrid)

$77k to $86k p/a plus Kiwisaver and benefits

Deliver proactive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region
Mix of fieldwork, engagement and regulatory action in a dynamic team
Support Māori outcomes through education, collaboration and enforcement

Deliver proactive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region
Mix of fieldwork, engagement and regulatory action in a dynamic team
Support Māori outcomes through education, collaboration and enforcement

Drive biosecurity compliance across the Auckland region with a mix of fieldwork, engagement, and regulatory action.

subClassification: Policy, Planning & RegulationPolicy, Planning & Regulation

classification: Government & Defence(Government & Defence)

12d ago

Listed four days ago

GM Commercial Services - Private Sector

at Plant & Food Research

This is a Full time job

Mount Albert, Auckland

Lead a significant portfolio delivering growth through science-led solutions
Shape strategic partnerships across industry, government, research
Inspire high-performing teams bridging science and commercial value

Lead a significant portfolio delivering growth through science-led solutions
Shape strategic partnerships across industry, government, research
Inspire high-performing teams bridging science and commercial value

Drive revenue growth, lead top talent, and turn science into real world impact in a senior role shaping NZ’s bioeconomy future.

subClassification: General/Business Unit ManagerGeneral/Business Unit Manager

classification: CEO & General Management(CEO & General Management)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Environmental Monitoring Scientist - Hydrology

at Waikato Regional Council

This is a Full time job

Hamilton Central, Waikato

$75,000 – $85,000 per year

Based in our modern, purpose-built offices at the heart of Hamilton's CBD
Be part of a passionate and supportive team with purpose.

Based in our modern, purpose-built offices at the heart of Hamilton's CBD
Be part of a passionate and supportive team with purpose.

Interested in measuring river flows and leading environmental monitoring? We welcome trainee and experienced Hydrologists to apply!

subClassification: Environmental, Earth & GeosciencesEnvironmental, Earth & Geosciences

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Pest Monitoring Surveillance Dog Handler

at Wildlife Contractors Ltd

This is a Full time job

Te Puke, Bay of Plenty

Work alongside trained detection dogs protecting New Zealand’s environment while gaining valuable conservation skills.

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

2d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research & Science Internships

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Newstead, Waikato

Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture

Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture

You'll be part of one of our project or programmes, contributing to real-world research that helps shape the future of New Zealand's dairy industry.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Field Team Leader - Biosecurity Operations

at New Zealand Biosecurity Services Limited

This is a Full time job

Albany, Auckland

Contribute directly to protecting New Zealand’s environment
Set the standard for field performance
Support for professional growth and development

Contribute directly to protecting New Zealand’s environment
Set the standard for field performance
Support for professional growth and development

Are you experienced in delivering high quality biosecurity programmes and leading field crews, making a real difference to New Zealand’s environment?

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

9d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Field Biologist - North Island

at Syngenta

This is a Full time job

Bay View, Hawkes Bay(Remote)

Access to Syngenta's global R&D network, a collaborative team, and the autonomy to make a direct impact on New Zealand's product development pipeline.

subClassification: Agronomy & Farm ServicesAgronomy & Farm Services

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

23d ago

Listed nine days ago

Research & Science Internships

at DairyNZ

This is a Full time job

Lincoln, Canterbury

Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture

Vibrant culture + strong organisational values + supportive environment
Work that makes a difference + strong purpose + values-led culture

You'll be part of one of our project or programmes, contributing to real-world research that helps shape the future of New Zealand's dairy industry.

subClassification: Laboratory & Technical ServicesLaboratory & Technical Services

classification: Science & Technology(Science & Technology)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Ranger - Weeds (Hauraki Gulf)  (Fixed term)

at Department of Conservation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auckland

Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Full-time fixed-term opportunity through to June 2027
Accommodation is provided for the duration of the shift

Be part of a great organisation protecting and restoring nature
Full-time fixed-term opportunity through to June 2027
Accommodation is provided for the duration of the shift

Be a part of a team of Rangers working across the islands of Tikapa Moana (Hauraki Gulf).

subClassification: Conservation, Parks & WildlifeConservation, Parks & Wildlife

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

2d ago

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