Fluvial Geomorphologist

**Mō tō mātou āhuatanga | Who we are**

Life at T+T is waking up in the morning and actually looking forward to getting into the office or out in the field. Hard to believe right? Ultimately, we like to have fun and be challenged every day, which we believe contributes to our success.

We are an environmental and engineering consultancy with a diverse range of technical ecological specialists, and with that comes great collaboration and opportunities for our staff This position can be located in our Tauranga, Auckland, Hamilton or Wellington offices.

**Kei te hiahia mātou ki ōu | We want your skills**

We are currently on the hunt for a Fluvial Geomorphologist that is looking at taking the next step in their career and who is keen to join our team and be part of our exciting journey.

You will enjoy the professional freedom and independence of running your own projects under the guidance of and with the support of some of the best fluvial geomorphologists, ecologists and water resource engineers in the country. At Tonkin + Taylor you'll be working on exciting and challenging projects right from the start with the opportunity to contribute to great outcomes for our rivers, work directly with clients and start to manage your own projects and work programme. The sort of work you can expect to be involved in or to manage are:

- Fluvial geomorphic related field assessments including qualitative river assessments (river evolution), geomorphic mapping, geomorphic condition assessments, erosion assessments, bank condition/stratigraphy assessments, sediment characteristics/monitoring, morphological characteristics monitoring, and geology/soil assessments.
- Assessments of geomorphic effects to support a wide variety of project types.
- Science innovation for improved resource management, e.g. inputs into guidelines and policy surrounding multiple aspects of river management.
- Prepare/scope proposals in conjunction with other senior staff or independently
- Manage key internal and external client relationships to maintain and further develop T+T's reputation in fluvial geomorphology in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific

**Na tōu rourou | What you'll bring**
- MSc degree in physical geography or Environmental Science with a focus on fluvial geomorphology,
- 3+ years professional work experience in a consulting environment
- A good understanding, knowledge and experience in applied fluvial geomorphology, including a knowledge of landscape/river evolution, stream restoration projects, erosion/sedimentation assessments, mitigation/restoration options development, and working with natural channel design principles
- Strong technical writing skills to complete a wide variety of fluvial geomorphic reports, or input into wider technical reports;
- Knowledge of the multi-disciplinary linkages of ecological sciences, and water resource engineering and a willingness to collaborate as part of a wider team
- Experience in sediment budgeting and/or sediment transport modelling for fluvial studies would be looked on favourably, but isn't essential for the role.

We believe strongly in investing in our people and there will be development opportunities in this role. The role could involve a mix of team leadership, project management and technical work depending on where your career aspirations lie. We will provide you with training, and we also promote an open culture where innovation and lateral thinking is encouraged.

**Ngā Hua | Our benefits**
- $500 annual Wellbeing Allowance
- Active social club
- Paid parental and partner leave
- Wellbeing benefits (e.g. vaccinations, fruit baskets, and a $500 yearly wellbeing allowance
- Professional membership
- Study assistance
- Additional annual, parental and marital leave
- Professional and technical development opportunities

**Toroa tā mātou pae tukutuku mō ētehi atu kōrero | For more information, check out our website**
- 'Everyone Matters' is one of our three core values at T+T, and we are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce who foster inclusion, participation, and equal opportunity._
- We are proud to be an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer, a member of Diversity Works, and Partners of TupuToa and Pūhoro STEMM Academy. We particularly encourage speakers of _Te Reo Māori _or Pacific languages to apply._
- T+T are proud to be part of the Rainbow Tick Whanau and welcome applicants from rainbow communities._