Environmental Analyst

**Company Description** WM New Zealand is New Zealand's leading resource recovery, recycling, and waste management, provider. We’re committed to safeguarding our beautiful environment through sustainable management of our valuable resources. Put simply, sustainability is what we do.**
**Job Description** Do you have a passion for environmental protection and compliance? Are you driven to make a difference in managing odour and environmental impacts in operational settings? If so, this is the opportunity for you**

**About the Role**

As an **Environmental Analyst**, you’ll play a key role in monitoring environmental impacts, managing odour control, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Reporting to the Environmental Engineer onsite, you’ll carry out field sampling and testing, coordinate with laboratories, and provide analytical insights that support continuous improvement and environmental stewardship.

**What You’ll Be Doing**:

- Conducting environmental sampling and analysis across air, water, and soil to support compliance with consents and management plans.
- Taking full ownership of odour monitoring, complaint investigations, and reporting.
- Operating odour control equipment and ensuring full compliance with the Landfill Odour Management Plan.
- Collecting, preparing, and dispatching environmental samples for external laboratory analysis.
- Coordinating with laboratories to ensure efficient turnaround and accuracy of test results.
- Contributing to internal audits and external compliance reporting.
- Supporting other environmental projects as directed by the Manager.

**Qualifications** About You**
- A tertiary qualification in environmental science, engineering, or a related discipline.
- A “calibrated nose” for odour testing and the ability to follow procedures precisely.
- Strong data management and reporting skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
- Strong coordination skills and ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in varying conditions.
- Experience in monitoring, testing, or laboratory support roles is highly advantageous.
- Hold a Full New Zealand driver’s licence.

We're offering an exciting entry-level opportunity to join a dynamic team at a landfill and energy park. You'll gain practical experience in a unique environment, contribute to sustainability efforts, and be part of a supportive, high-performing team. If you're motivated, safety-conscious, and ready to grow your skills in environmental monitoring and compliance, we’d love to hear from you.
**Additional Information** What’s in it for you?**
- Be part of a team making a tangible difference in environmental outcomes.
- Join a supportive work environment where your contributions are valued.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development in environmental science.

**How to apply**

**WM is an EEO employer and promotes drug and alcohol-free workplaces.**

**You must be in New Zealand and hold a current work visa / residency or NZ citizenship.