Freshwater Ecology Technician

4 weeks ago


Hamilton, New Zealand Science New Zealand Full time

**Permanent, full-time**:

- ** Based in Hamilton**

NIWA is a dynamic research organisation and New Zealand's largest and pre-eminent provider of climate, freshwater and marine science. Our core purpose is to enhance the economic value and sustainable management of New Zealand's aquatic resources and environments, to provide an understanding of climate and the atmosphere, and increase resilience to weather and climate hazards to improve safety and wellbeing of New Zealanders. NIWA is New Zealand's largest and pre-eminent provider of climate, freshwater and marine science.

**What we're looking for**:
We are seeking a capable and motivated team member to undertake field and experimental work underpinning aquatic research, with a focus on freshwater environments. Existing scientific or occupational diving experience is essential, and a Certificate of Competency as an Occupational Diver is highly desirable. All work will be conducted according to NIWA's high standards of Health & Safety.

**What you will bring**:

- You will hold the minimum of a science certificate, diploma, or BSc, with an ecological focus being an advantage.
- The position requires that you can work effectively in a team environment and are self-organised.
- You need to be prepared to travel within New Zealand, be adaptive and willing to undertake some flexible hours within the working week.
- You will work closely with a team contributing science and management advice for aquatic ecology and biosecurity and will have the opportunity to work within multi-disciplinary teams across NIWA nationally, and collaboratively with a range of research partners or clients.

If you are passionate about New Zealand 's enclosed waters and the protection of indigenous biota then please apply.

NIWA offers flexible working options (e.g., part-time, flexible start and finish times). We are happy to discuss potential flexible options for this position at the interview stage.

NIWA promotes the importance and value of an inclusive and diverse workforce, including the Rainbow Community, and pride ourselves on being a family-friendly and supportive workplace.

Job Details
- Crown research institute
NIWA- Reference #
52721- Posted on
18 Aug 2023- Closes on
10 Sep 2023 23:55- Location(s)
Hamilton- Expertise
Forage Science, Farm Systems & Environment, Aquaculture, Plant Biology, Biosecurity, Marine & Freshwater Science- Job level(s)
Technician- Work type(s)
Permanent- More details (document)
Freshwater Ecology Technician - August 2023.pdf



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