Thank you for your interest in Wildland Consultants.If you would like to apply for one of the positions advertised, please complete our Application Form and email it along with your Cover Letter and CV to ******** . Please include the Job Title in the Subject Line. Please note that any documents sent with an application must be in either 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 ******** 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.Ecology Team Leader/Principal Vegetation Ecologist - WellingtonWellingtonWILDLANDS IS LOOKING FOR AN ECOLOGY TEAM LEADER/PRINCIPAL ECOLOGIST TO LEAD OUR TEAM IN WELLINGTON WHO BELIEVES IN MAKING A DIFFERENCE FOR INDIGENOUS BIODIVERSITYWildland 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 strives 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 professionals who love working together.WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:A talented experienced Principal Ecologist to lead our high performing and motivated Wellington ecology team in our Porirua office, which will be relocating to Kaiwhawahawa within the next 4-6 months.A person who has a commitment to providing fit-for-purpose information to support good decisions and is a strategic thinker who relishes working at the interface between evidence and decision-making.Someone who puts people first, values diversity, and has the potential to develop and grow into a team leader.MUST HAVE:Strong New Zealand ecology knowledge, particularly on indigenous vegetation.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 matauranga Maori).Project and budget management skills.Experience with writing tender responses, contract reports, and managing fieldwork.A PhD (strongly preferred) or other postgraduate qualification in ecology, particularly good knowledge and experience of New Zealand botany and plant ecology, restoration biology, and ecological management.If you are interested in what we are looking for and possess all or most of these skills and are keen to be involved in a wide range of projects delivering innovative and sustainable solutions, then we would like to hear from you.WHAT WE OFFER:An opportunity to join our Aotearoa New Zealand owned and operated consultancy that is dynamic, flexible, and expanding, and where our values drive everything we do.A career at Wildlands gives the opportunity to be part of a team of very experienced ecologists in a supportive work environment. We are committed to investing in our people; we provide support for professional development and mentoring to help you grow and take the next step in your career.We are proud of our company culture, our reputation, and value each team member's contribution.Applications will close when a suitable candidate has been recruited.Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
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