Environmental Science Team Lead

1 week ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Environment Canterbury Full time

**Job Summary**

We are seeking an experienced environmental science team leader to join our team at Environment Canterbury. As a senior research scientist, you will lead research projects on contaminated land and waste management, developing and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and colleagues.

About Us

Environment Canterbury is the Regional Council for the largest region in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our organisation focuses on delivering three core services to the Waitaha/Canterbury community: Environmental Regulation and Protection; Community Preparedness and Response to Hazards; and Public Transport. We are guided by our strategic pou of putting the community and customers at the heart of everything we do.

About the Role

This role will provide leadership and direction for our science group, leading research and advice on contaminated land and waste management matters. You will develop and maintain fit-for-purpose work programmes and resources, actively participating in committee and community working groups. You will also manage contracts and contractors fairly under the appropriate procurement guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead research projects on contaminated land and waste management
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and colleagues
  • Manage contracts and contractors fairly under the appropriate procurement guidelines
  • Actively participate in committee and community working groups

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will have a Master (preferred) or Bachelor of Science degree in a contaminated land field along with five years of professional experience in contaminated land and/or waste work with a Master's degree, or ten years of professional experience in contaminated land and/or waste work with a Bachelor's degree. You will also have the ability to lead, coach, and elevate team capability, design and lead research on contaminated land issues, and establish connections and collaboration with Nga Runanga.



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