Educator & Enviroschools Facilitator

2 days ago

Gisborne Central, New Zealand Gisborne District Council Full time NZ$55,000 - NZ$75,000 per year

We're looking for an enthusiastic Educator & Enviroschools Facilitator to lead environmental learning across our region - working with schools, kura, ECEs, local businesses and our wider community to inspire action, reduce waste, and support long-term environmental wellbeing.

Mō te tūranga | About the position

In this role, you'll guide schools on their Enviroschools journey, build strong relationships with teachers and students, and bring environmental projects to life. You'll also design and deliver engaging waste education programmes that empower our community to make meaningful, lasting change.

You'll be a natural connector - someone who can influence, educate, and motivate tamariki, kaiako, community groups, and local partners.

If you're passionate about sustainability, confident facilitating groups, and keen to get stuck into hands-on environmental mahi, this role is for you.

Ngā Pūkenga me Ngā Wheako e Hiahia ana | Skills and experience required:

  • Experience in waste minimisation, environmental education, or teaching
  • Strong communication and facilitation skills
  • Ability to build partnerships across schools and community groups
  • A commitment to great environmental outcomes
  • Full NZ driver's licence

Ngā Huanga | Benefits

  • Work-life balance: Flexible hours to help you manage personal commitments and maintain wellbeing
  • Wellbeing first: Ora Day, Piritahi Day, EAP, health checks & optional access to our Fitness Passport package
  • Whanaungatanga: Waiata group, Te Reo kawhe kōrero, staff events
  • Perks: Modern office, eye exams, Southern Cross discounts, retail perks
  • Growth: A values-led environment where your development is supported
  • Location: Live and work in stunning Gisborne – close to the beach, rivers and bush

He aha ngā painga o te kaunihera | Why work for Gisborne District Council

Gisborne District Council is one of only six unitary authorities in Aotearoa, meaning we deliver both district and regional council mahi. We're committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi, weaving te ao Māori into everything we do, and making a real difference for the people and places of Tairāwhiti.

Our mahi is diverse — from looking after roads, water, rubbish and recycling, to protecting our environment, supporting community facilities like pools, parks and libraries, and shaping the region's future through planning and governance. With over 500 staff, we're a team that's passionate about making Tairāwhiti a thriving place to live, work and play.

Me pēhea te tono mai | How to Apply

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you Please submit your application via our careers page: – Job Vacancies.

Advertising will continue over the Christmas/New Year period, with shortlisting to begin from 23 January 2026.

For any questions or further information, email Please note our office will be closed from 23 December and re-open Monday 5 January 2026.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the role will be filled once the right candidate is identified.

To view the full job description, please see the job attachments section on the careers page.

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