Ecologist

6 days ago


Auckland City, New Zealand Auckland Council Full time

Provide specialist ecological input and advice
- Support the development of and delivery of operational monitoring and survey programmes
- Fixed Term Full Time position

Due to internal movement, we are looking for an Ecologist to join our team. This is your opportunity to be at the forefront of helping achieve a flourishing and protected natural environment for Auckland

**Purpose of the Job**
Our team provide expert ecological and geological features advice and support across council including resource consents, policy, parks management, and biosecurity and biodiversity programmes. We also manage our own projects, to ensure the protection and restoration of indigenous ecosystems, habitats, species, and outstanding natural features on public and private land.

As an Ecologist, you will provide specialist ecological advice to protect and restore indigenous biodiversity (including ecosystems, habitats, and threatened species) and outstanding natural features in Auckland. This includes offering best practice advice and technical expertise for operational programmes, policy development, and regulatory and non-regulatory processes. This role will mainly be based in our city office, but may require some travel to sites.

Please note:

- This is a Fixed Term Full Time position - ending 25th August 2025.
- This position is labelled a Safety Sensitive role - a Drug and Alcohol test will be conducted prior to offer.

**He kōrero mōu: About you**
We will look to you to provide expert advice and champion best practice, with a strong customer focus, to decision-makers and operational programmes as well as delivering your own projects. You are collaborative, innovative, and passionate about delivering outcomes for Auckland’s natural environment.

You will need:

- A Bachelor of Science degree in ecology or similar field (Master's degree preferred).
- A full NZ drivers licence.
- 5 years work experience in terrestrial ecology and/or biodiversity conservation.
- Understanding of RMA statutory processes particularly reviewing and/or writing effects assessments.
- Excellent knowledge of NZ terrestrial and/or wetland ecology.

Experience working as an expert undertaking and reviewing of ecological survey and effects assessments within the Resource Management Act will be particularly valued.

**Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer**
Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.6 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents.

In return for your hard work, you can expect a flexible and supportive work environment.

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

You’ll have access to a range of fantastic Auckland Council benefits, EAP services, an Oranga Day and discounted Leisure Centre membership and a range of other partnership discounts

We are a diverse organisation - we value diversity in our thinking, and we can only achieve that with a diverse team

**You can find the position description** here
**Applications close**: Thursday 20th February 2025


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