Senior Vegetation Ecologist - Rotorua, Tauranga or Whakatane
Full time
at Wildlands Consultants Ltd.
in
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Posted on April 3, 2024
Job details
Thank you for you interest in Wildland Consultants. If you would like to apply for one of the positions advertised please complete our Application Form and email along with your Cover Letter and CV to jobs@wildlands.co.nz . Please include the Job Title in the Subject Line. Please note that any documents sent with an application must be in either a MS Word or PDF format to be accepted. For further information or to request a job description on any of the Ecologist positions please email us at jobs@wildlands.co.nz To apply, applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand under current immigration legislation. If you are unsure of your entitlement to work in New Zealand, we refer you to the Immigration New Zealand website. WILDLANDS IS LOOKING FOR A TALENTED ECOLOGIST (HERPETOFAUNA) THAT BELIEVES IN BETTER QUALITY ENVIRONMENTS – BASED IN CHRISTCHURCH. Wildland Consultants is a leading professional ecological consultancy committed to providing high quality and cost-effective ecological information, advice and technical services to a wide range of clients. Our company purpose is to provide outstanding ecological services to sustain and improve our environments. Our valued team strive to achieve this for our clients, our communities, and our environment. Our vision is to be New Zealand’s premier ecological provider, with a reputation based on outstanding services and impeccable integrity, making a real difference for people and the environment. We enable our clients to achieve sustainable management and enhance of indigenous bio-diversity eco-systems and resources. JOIN:
- A company where people and the environment come first
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experience professional ecologists who love working together
- A post-graduate degree in ecology, specialising in herpetofauna or related field.
- Sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa.
- Good knowledge and experience of New Zealand herpetology, including experience using a range of different survey methods and techniques, or managing indigenous herpetofauna in some capacity.
- Skills in ecological restoration would be very useful.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current and potential clients.
- Ability to work independently and in a team.
- Further qualifications and membership of an appropriate professional body.
- Full current New Zealand driver’s licence.
- 4WD experience.
Ecological Restoration Field Staff - Auckland
Auckland
Ecological Restoration Team Members Auckland Wildlands are seeking fulltime permanent Ecological Restoration Operatons Team Members based at our Auckland Office. These roles are to undertake ecological restoration work including pest plant control, pest animal control and revegetation. Although these field roles are based within the Auckand region, our staff regularly work away on restoration projects throughout the country, and applicants who have the ability to travel and stay away for a week at a time are preferred. It is essential that you have a willingness to contribute and work in a team, are physically fit, and have a passion for working outdoors in all sorts of weather. The work will also require staff to use agrichemicals (herbicides), animal toxins (poisons), and traps on a regular basis. Skills, Knowledge and Experience- A genuine interest in working in the outdoors and achieving restoration goals.
- A good work ethic, efficient and H&S conscious.
- Pest animal control and monitoring.
- Indigenous plant and pest plant identification.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- GPS use and other hand-held devices e.g. phone, camera.
- A good level of fitness.
- A clean Full NZ drivers licence (manual).
Ecology Team Leader/Principal Vegetation Ecologist - Dunedin
Dunedin
JOIN:- A company where people, clients and the environment come first.
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility.
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experienced professional who love working together.
- Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge.
- Experience in ecological effects assessments, management and restoration of natural areas.
- Ability to think strategically, and work proactively towards Wildlands Strategic vision.
- Passion and commitment to excellent leadership with proven people management skills.
- An understanding of where to focus your team’s efforts, how to play to people’s strengths.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to build productive working relationships and work collaboratively.
- Experience in working with ambiguity and dealing with complex problems.
- An understanding of the importance of other knowledge bases and information sources (including mātauranga Māori).
- A post-graduate qualification in ecology. In particular, good knowledge and experience of New Zealand botany and plant ecology, restoration biology and ecological management or expertise in another field of ecology.
Ecology Team Leader/Principal Vegetation Ecologist - Wellington
Wellington
WILDLANDS IS LOOKING FOR AN ECOLOGY TEAM LEADER/PRINCIPAL VEGETATION ECOLOGIST TO LEAD OUR TEAM IN WELLINGTON WHO BELIEVES IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR INDIGNEOUS BIODIVERSITY Wildland Consultants is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading ecological providers, with a reputation based on outstanding services and integrity, making a real difference for people and the environment. We are committed to providing high quality and cost-effective ecological information, advice and technical services to a wide range of clients. Our company purpose is to provide outstanding ecological services to sustain and improve our environments. Our valued team strive to achieve this for our clients, our communities, and our environment. Wildlands has a long-proven record of working with our clients to solve complex ecological issues, and achieve effective gains for them, and our indigenous biodiversity. JOIN:- A company where people, clients and the environment come first.
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility.
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experienced professional who love working together.
- Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge.
- Experience in ecological effects assessments, management and restoration of natural areas.
- Ability to think strategically, and work proactively towards Wildlands Strategic vision.
- Passion and commitment to excellent leadership with proven people management skills.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to build productive working relationships and work collaboratively.
- Experience in working with ambiguity and dealing with complex problems.
- An understanding of the importance of other knowledge bases and information sources (including mātauranga Māori).
- A PhD (strongly preferred) or other postgraduate qualification in ecology. In particular, good knowledge and experience of New Zealand botany and plant ecology, restoration biology and ecological management or expertise in another field of ecology.
- A company where people, clients and the environment come first.
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility.
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experienced professional who love working together.
- Sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa
- Excellent knowledge and experience of New Zealand vegetation plant ecology and/or fauna ecology, including wetlands and/or restoration biology and ecological management
- Experience in ecological effects assessments, ecological survey work, management and restoration of natural areas.
- Project and budget management skills.
- Experience with writing tender responses, contract reports, and managing fieldwork.
- Passion and commitment to excellent leadership with proven people management skills.
- An understanding of where to focus your team’s efforts, how to play to people’s strengths.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to build productive working relationships and work collaboratively.
- Proven ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current and potential clients.
- The ability to work independently and part of a team.
- Memberships with appropriate professional bodies.
- Full current New Zealand driver’s licence.
- 4WD experience.
Auckland
WILDLANDS IS LOOKING FOR A SENIOR/PRINCIPAL TERRESTRIAL (BAT) ECOLOGIST – BASED IN AUCKLAND. Wildland Consultants is a leading professional ecological consultancy committed to providing high quality and cost-effective ecological information, advice and technical services to a wide range of clients. Our company purpose is to provide outstanding ecological services to sustain and improve our environments. Our valued team strive to achieve this for our clients, our communities, and our environment. Our vision is to be New Zealand’s premier ecological provider, with a reputation based on outstanding services and impeccable integrity, making a real difference for people and the environment. We enable our clients to achieve sustainable management and enhance of indigenous bio-diversity eco-systems and resources. JOIN:- A company where people and the environment come first
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experience professional ecologists who love working together
- Post Graduate Degree (MSc or PhD) in Bat Ecology
- DOC Certificate for high-risk activities (roost felling and bat handling)
- Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge
- Sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa
- Comprehensive knowledge of New Zealand bats and ecological management
- Excellent report writing skills and networking skills
- Ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current potential clients
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- 4WD experience
Rotorua
WILDLANDS IS LOOKING FOR A SENIOR VEGETATION ECOLOGIST TO JOIN OUR TEAM IN ROTORUA WHO BELIEVES IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR INDIGNEOUS BIODIVERSITY (CAN BE BASED IN ROTORUA, TAURANGA OR WHAKATANE) Wildland Consultants is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading ecological providers, with a reputation based on outstanding services and integrity, making a real difference for people and the environment. We are committed to providing high quality and cost-effective ecological information, advice and technical services to a wide range of clients. Our company purpose is to provide outstanding ecological services to sustain and improve our environments. Our valued team strive to achieve this for our clients, our communities, and our environment. Wildlands has a long-proven record of working with our clients to solve complex ecological issues, and achieve effective gains for them, and our indigenous biodiversity. JOIN:- A company where people, clients and the environment come first.
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility.
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experienced professional who love working together.
- Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge.
- Experience in ecological effects assessments, management and restoration of natural areas.
- Ability to think strategically, and work proactively towards Wildlands Strategic vision.
- Passion and commitment to excellent leadership with proven people management skills.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to build productive working relationships and work collaboratively.
- Experience in working with ambiguity and dealing with complex problems.
- An understanding of the importance of other knowledge bases and information sources (including mātauranga Māori).
- A postgraduate qualification in ecology. In particular, good knowledge and experience of New Zealand botany and plant ecology, restoration biology and ecological management or expertise in another field of ecology.
- A company where people and the environment come first
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experience professional ecologists who love working together
- A post graduate degree in Ecology/Botany or higher
- Sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience in New Zealand ecological restoration
- Excellent report writing and networking skills
- Ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current potential clients
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Full current New Zealand driving licence
- 4WD experience
Ecological Restoration Team Leader - Auckland
Auckland
Wildlands is seeking a fulltime permanent Ecological Restoration Team Leader for our Auckland branch. This role is to lead small teams in the field undertaking ecological restoration works, comprising: pest plant control, pest animal control and planting. You will be mentoring and training staff, leading by example, undertake basic reporting and record keeping, ensuring the health and safety of your team, and encouraging and maintaining a positive team culture. There will be opportunities for liaising with client representatives and other stakeholders including the general public, Iwi and community groups. We are looking for a Team Leader with a professional work ethic, and at least two years’ restoration experience. It is essential that you are able to communicate effectively to your team/managers, have excellent planning and problem-solving skills, and a positive and efficient work ethic. This role requires visits to new and ongoing ecological restoration sites throughout the Auckland area. The work requires staff to use agrichemicals (herbicides), vertebrate toxins (poisons), and traps on a regular basis. Appropriate training will be provided for specialist areas of work where required (e.g., Controlled Substance Licence). Some work will involve staying away in remote areas in basic accommodation. Skills, Knowledge and Experience- A genuine interest in working in the outdoors and achieving restoration goals.
- Mentoring skills and experience training existing and new staff.
- Thorough knowledge and experience of pest plant control, and pest animal monitoring and control, and indigenous planting.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- A good work ethic, efficient and H&S conscious.
- GPS use and other hand-held devices (e.g., phone, camera).
- A good level of fitness, preferably with outdoor skills (tramping, hunting, etc).
- Full NZ drivers’ licence (manual).
- Can confidently tow a trailer.
Ecological Restoration Team Leader - Rotorua
Rotorua
Wildlands is seeking a fulltime permanent Ecological Restoration Team Leader for Rotorua. This role is to lead small teams in the field undertaking ecological restoration works, comprising: pest plant control, pest animal control and planting. You will be mentoring and training staff, leading by example, undertake basic reporting and record keeping, ensuring the health and safety of your team, and encouraging and maintaining a positive team culture. There will be opportunities for liaising with client representatives and other stakeholders including the general public, Iwi and community groups. We are looking for a Team Leader with a professional work ethic, and at least two years’ restoration experience. It is essential that you are able to communicate effectively to your team/supervisor and manager, have excellent planning and problem-solving skills, and a positive and efficient work ethic. This role requires visits to new and ongoing ecological restoration sites throughout the Rotorua, BOP area. The work requires staff to use agrichemicals (herbicides), vertebrate toxins (poisons), and traps on a regular basis. Appropriate training will be provided for specialist areas of work where required (e.g., Controlled Substance Licence). Some work will involve staying away in remote areas in basic accommodation. Skills, Knowledge and Experience- A genuine interest in working in the outdoors and achieving restoration goals.
- Mentoring skills and experience training existing and new staff.
- Thorough knowledge and experience of pest plant control, and pest animal monitoring and control, and indigenous planting.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Decision making and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- A good work ethic, efficient and H&S conscious.
- GPS use and other hand-held devices (e.g., phone, camera).
- A good level of fitness, preferably with outdoor skills (tramping, hunting, etc).
- Full NZ drivers’ licence (manual).
- Can confidently tow a trailer.
- A company where people, clients and the environment come first.
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility.
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experienced professional who love working together.
- Sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa
- Excellent knowledge and experience of New Zealand vegetation plant ecology and/or fauna ecology, including wetlands and/or restoration biology and ecological management
- Experience in ecological effects assessments, ecological survey work, management and restoration of natural areas.
- Project and budget management skills.
- Experience with writing tender responses, contract reports, and managing fieldwork.
- Passion and commitment to excellent leadership with proven people management skills.
- An understanding of where to focus your team’s efforts, how to play to people’s strengths.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to build productive working relationships and work collaboratively.
- Proven ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current and potential clients.
- The ability to work independently and part of a team.
- Memberships with appropriate professional bodies.
- Full current New Zealand driver’s licence.
- 4WD experience.
- A company where people, clients and the environment come first.
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility.
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experienced professional who love working together.
- A post-graduate degree in ecology, botany, biology, or related field.
- 3 -10 years of relevant professional experience.
- Previous ecological consulting experience.
- Sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa, preferably with specialist knowledge in one field.
- Experience in ecological effects assessments, ecological survey work, management and restoration of natural areas.
- Demonstrated experience in ecological survey work.
- 2 years experience working as an ecologist in the Wellington region.
- Electric Fishing Certificate.
- Experience in managing multi-faceted projects.
- Excellent knowledge of relevant NZ legislation (particularly the RMA), policy and guidance.
- Positive business development and networking skills.
- Report writing skills.
- Project and budget management skills.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to build productive working relationships and work collaboratively.
- Proven ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current and potential clients.
- The ability to work independently and part of a team.
- Current First Aid Certificate.
- Ability to work away from home base at short notice.
- Customer Service
- Scheduling service requests
- Timesheets
- Managing phone calls, email inbox, responding to supplier and client inquiries
- Provide back up support for the Rotorua Administration team
- Equipment inventory and ordering
- Energetic personality with the ability to interact with people in a positive and courteous manner.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent time management skills with attention to detail, and the ability to follow through.
- Ability to receive and communicate clear instructions.
- Familiarity with office management procedures and basic accounting principles.
- Be able to work within a team.
- Be well presented in both appearance and attitude.
- Good knowledge of computer systems, especially Microsoft Office, Word and Excel. Experience with other software is preferred but not essential.
- Most importantly - providing good old-fashioned ‘Service’ and a ‘Can Do Attitude’ to support our Manager, the team, suppliers and clients.
- Good working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office especially Word and Excel.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with other professional staff.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal staff.
- Able to work under pressure to complete multiple tasks, so an ability to manage time and workload is essential.
- A full drivers licence and the ability to drive a manual transmission.
- A company where people, clients and the environment come first.
- A business that prides itself on diversity and flexibility.
- A highly engaged and respected team of highly experienced professional who love working together.
- In excess of 10 years’ experience in ecology
- Familiarity with statutory frameworks relevant to ecology and biodiversity in NZ
- Sound field skills covering a range of ecosystems, habitats, and taxa
- Excellent knowledge and experience of New Zealand vegetation plant ecology and/or fauna ecology, including wetlands and/or restoration biology and ecological management
- Experience in ecological effects assessments, ecological survey work, management and restoration of natural areas.
- Project and budget management skills.
- Experience with writing tender responses, contract reports, and managing fieldwork.
- Passion and commitment to excellent leadership with proven people management skills.
- An understanding of where to focus your team’s efforts, how to play to people’s strengths.
- Great communication and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to build productive working relationships and work collaboratively.
- Proven ability to communicate on appropriate technical and commercial levels to a diverse range of current and potential clients.
- The ability to work independently and part of a team.
- Memberships with appropriate professional bodies.
- Full current New Zealand driver’s licence.
- 4WD experience.
- Collating supplier invoices and staff expense claims for approval and entering into our business management software
- Setting up and onboarding new clients and projects, including preparation of service agreements
- Assisting with and updating project invoice trackers for our busy project managers
- Project proactive reporting from our business management software to project managers.
- Provide technical support to our project managers
- Raise purchase orders, match purchase orders with supplier invoices, and/or seek approvals for payment, for Accounts to arrange payment
- Record minutes from weekly staff meetings and update team’s weekly whereabouts
- Book travel reservations (including air, hotel, rental car, ferry)
- Coordinating the Auckland vehicle fleet (Registrations, WOFs, Road User Charges, Insurance Claims, Servicing and Repairs, Quarterly Inspections, etc)
- Document preparation, including intensive typing of scientific reports, data sets, and document formatting
- Data entry: agrichemical records, refuse and waste data, carbon neutral data, and some manual timesheet entry
- Monitoring and coordinating the procurement and distribution of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Raise purchase orders, match purchase orders with supplier invoices, and/or seek approvals for payment, for Accounts to arrange payment
- Maintaining files and keeping records up-to-date
- Resolve office-related issues and respond to requests
- Monitor level of general office supplies and handle shortages (e.g. bathroom/cleaning supplies, kitchen supplies, printing paper, etc)
- Coordinate with other departments to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures
- Maintain trusting relationships with suppliers, clients, and colleagues
- Run errands and undertake other related tasks as may be requested from time-to-time
- Proven experience in an office support role
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Problem-solving skills including the ability to Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving
- Analytical abilities and aptitude in problem-solving
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Thorough understanding of office management procedures
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Exceptional Customer Service skills
- Experience with technology and software
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