Environmental Monitoring Scientist
24 hours ago
**Are you interested in a great opportunity to be out measuring river flows and being at the forefront of environmental monitoring?**
Do you have field hydrology monitoring experience and would like a new challenge?
or
Have you just left school or university with either good results in maths and science or an environmental science related degree?
or
Have trade, electrical or mechanical experience and wish to try a new career?
We are open to someone new to hydrology (Trainee hydrologist) or a person with experience (hydrologist).
**Trainee Hydrologist**
Waikato regional Council (WRC) have developed a trainee hydrologist pathway that provides an opportunity for people with the right skills and aptitude to become qualified on the job. A combination of in-house and classroom training will help you gain the knowledge to undertake the _Diploma in Field Hydrology _, required for this role. All training, PPE and tools are provided by WRC.
**Hydrologist**
Typically more than 2 years hydrology experience.
**The Role**:
The position is in the Hydrology team at WRC. You will be collecting river level and flow, rainfall and sediment data from our instruments. You need to methodically and accurately collect data using a range of different electronic and mechanical instrumentation, in all weathers. The role requires you to maintain the equipment, sites and telemetry systems used to collect the data. You will be based in Hamilton, but our sites cover the whole of the Waikato and will involve some overnight stays - one day you could be in the Coromandel, the next in Taupō, the King Country or Raglan.
Although there is a lot of physically demanding fieldwork, all our data needs to be processed and quality checked in the office so being IT literate is a must along with an aptitude for maths and physics. You will need to process data in the office in a timely and accurate manner following set procedures. Your systems and data knowledge will enable you to identify issues with the data or equipment and propose solutions to fix the problems.
Health and safety is at the forefront of everything we do at WRC, whether working on your own, or as part of a team. You will utilise your field knowledge to collect data safely and offer suggestions to improve the safety and efficiency of our sites. Our health and safety training also covers survival and rescue in swift water, therefore you will need to be a capable swimmer (competency testing will be undertaken).
**Applicants for this position should**:
- Have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa
- Have a restricted NZ Drivers licence and a Full licence within 1 year - able to drive a manual vehicle
- Be in good physical health and a capable swimmer
- Enjoy being part of a team
- Have great communication skills
- Be able to use their initiative
- Be competent and focused on identifying health and safety issues
- Take pride in their workmanship
**Is Hydrology new to you and you are wondering what a Hydrologist does? The following links provide an indication of some of the tasks you will be carrying out (this is just a subset of what you will be required to do).**
Inspecting a Water Level Site
(8) Basic Site Inspection Method - YouTube
Inspecting a Rain Gauge Site
(8) Rain Gauge Site Check - YouTube
Measuring water flow in a river (8) ADCP StreamPro Gauging & Moving Bed Tests - YouTube
Trainee Hydrologist: $48,450 - $76,500
Hydrologist: $68,850 - $87,975
-
Senior Environmental Monitoring Scientist
3 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**Mō te tūranga | About the role** Are you interested in a great opportunity to be at the forefront of monitoring the health of Waikato rivers, streams and lakes? The team measure, analyse and report on the health of rivers, lakes and groundwater to meet council’s responsibilities under s35 of the RMA. The information collected is used by WRC...
-
Senior Environmental Monitoring Scientist
5 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full timeThis role would suit an experienced monitoring scientist looking for an opportunity to step up. This is a 15-month fixed term to cover for parental leave until early January 2026. This is a role in the Water Quality Monitoring team who: measure, analyse, and report on the health of rivers, lakes, and groundwater to meet council’s responsibilities under s35...
-
Environmental Monitoring Scientist
3 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**Mō **te **tūranga **| About the role** - Fixed-term position (3 years). - B ased in Kirikir ir oa/ Hamilton, but our sites cover the Waikato region. - Th is new position is in the Ecology Team at WRC. - There are two main facets to this role - sediment and flow monitoring ; and growing our relationship on monitoring ma t ters with our Māori J oint...
-
Senior/intermediate Environmental Monitoring
7 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full timeAre you interested in a great opportunity to be monitoring the ecology of our rivers, streams, and lakes, while being at the forefront of environmental monitoring? Due to internal movement, we are looking for a fisheries scientist at either senior or intermediate level to lead our freshwater fish monitoring programme. **Mō te tūranga | About the...
-
Environmental Monitoring Scientist
5 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**Mō te tūranga | About the role** - Measure, analyse, and report on the health of terrestrial areas, rivers, lakes, streams, wetlands and geothermal areas across the Waikato region. - The information collected is used by WRC scientists, and the government for managing peoples’ and the environments’ wellbeing. - You will be based in Hamilton, but our...
-
Environmental Scientist
3 days ago
Hamilton, New Zealand HAYS Full timeWork on a diverse range of contaminated land. **Your new company** This multi-disciplinary consultancy has specialist teams working effectively across a range of projects and sectors, including land development, industrial, educational and renewable energy. Due to growth in their Hamilton office they are currently recruiting an Environmental Scientist to...
-
Environmental Scientist
10 hours ago
Hamilton, New Zealand AECOM Full timeAuckland Natural Resources team is involved in a number of transformational projects that will significantly shape Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) and other locations around NZ, including the communities that many of us live in. Some of your key responsibilities include; - Supports in producing formal ecological reports, proposals, tender documents, and...
-
Senior Scientist
1 week ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**About us**: We want more good people to come and do great things with us. We love where we live. That’s why we work so hard to look after our region and the people who live and work in the Waikato region. Customers sit at the heart of everything we do, and all staff have an important role to play in the delivery of exceptional customer service. Our...
-
Freshwater Ecologist
3 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Morphum Environmental Full timeJoin our Waikato team and be part of the positive change! We're looking for an Environmental Scientist or Ecologist ready to make a real impact and contribute to a more sustainable future. You'll join a dynamic and supportive team that brings together diverse knowledge in engineering, science, sustainability, and water-sensitive urban design. **What's...
-
Monitoring Officer
5 days ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**Mō te tūranga | About the role** Are you looking for a great opportunity to take the next step in your environmental management career and be at the forefront of environmental protection? Waikato Regional Council are looking for a Monitoring Officer to join our resource consent monitoring team. As a Monitoring Officer you will be responsible for...
-
Scientist - Water (X2)
4 days ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**Mō te tūranga | About the roles** You will provide scientific expertise and advice on issues relating to freshwater, primarily in relation to either **river water quality **or **freshwater ecology **across the Waikato. **Please indicate your preference on your cover letter.** In these roles you will: - Provide technical advice to both internal and...
-
Environmental Compliance Lead
2 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Fonterra Full time**General Information**: - Date Published- 08-Nov-2024- Advertising Ends- 29-Nov-2024- Country- New Zealand- Location- Hamilton & North Waikato- Role Type- Manufacturing- Work Type- Permanent- ID#- 10027**Position Description**: **Our Co-operative** **Fonterra’s strength is in the collective | Te Mātāpuna toa takitini** We are a Co-operative created...
-
Team Leader
1 week ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**About us**: We want more good people to come and do great things with us. We love where we live. That’s why we work so hard to look after our region and the people who live and work in the Waikato region. Customers sit at the heart of everything we do, and all staff have an important role to play in the delivery of exceptional customer service. Our...
-
Team Leader
2 weeks ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full timeOur incumbent is taking 12-months leave, so we are seeking a suitably experienced and motivated individual for the position of 'Team Leader - Water Quality' in the Environmental Monitoring Section, based in Hamilton, for 12-months from the start of January. This is a great opportunity if you have existing management experience or if you have a desire to...
-
Monitoring Officer
2 weeks ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**Mō te tūranga | About the role** Are you looking for a great opportunity to take the next step in your environmental management career and be at the forefront of environmental protection? How about great work life balance and the ability to work from home and the office? Waikato Regional Council offers excellent workplace culture and support! We are...
-
Environmental Advisor
2 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Fonterra Full time**General Information**: - Date Published- 08-Nov-2024- Advertising Ends- 22-Nov-2024- Country- New Zealand- Location- Hamilton & North Waikato, Taupo & Southern Waikato- Role Type- Farming- Work Type- Fixed Term- ID#- 10398**Position Description**: **Our Co-operative** **Fonterra’s strength is in the collective | Te Mātāpuna toa takitini** We are a...
-
Resource Consents Monitoring Officer
3 months ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Regional Council Full time**Mō te tūranga | About the role** - Waikato Regional Council are looking for an Intermediate Monitoring Officer. - Be responsible for monitoring and managing a broad range of consented activities within the Waikato Region including: - Earthworks and land development. - Works within freshwater. - Coastal activities. - Mining and quarries. **The primary...
-
L5 Operator
1 week ago
Hamilton, New Zealand Fonterra Full time**General Information**: - Date Published - 06-Jan-2025 - Advertising Ends - 19-Jan-2025 - Country - New Zealand - Location - Hamilton & North Waikato - Role Type - Manufacturing - Work Type - Permanent - ID# - 10962 **Position Description**: **Our Co-operative** **Fonterra’s strength is in the collective | Te Mātāpuna toa takitini** - Here at...
-
All Levels
24 hours ago
Hamilton, New Zealand AECOM Full timeCompany Description **At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.** We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas,...
-
Hamilton, New Zealand Livestock Improvement Corporation Full time**At a glance**: **Ref: 45058 | **Hamilton (Newstead), Hamilton (Riverlea Road) | **Research & Development | **Experienced | **Permanent |**: At LIC, we're proudly NZ's leading Agri-tech and dairy herd improvement cooperative. We've been improving the dairy industry for over 100 years with our innovative farming solutions. Today we provide industry-leading...