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.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Due to growth within the company, we are looking for a talented experienced senior vegetation ecologist to join our Rotorua ecology team in our Rotorua office.
If you are 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 we would love to hear from you.
MUST HAVE:
Consultancy experience (desirable).
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 matauranga Maori).
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.
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 provide mentoring to help you grow and take the next step with your career.
We are proud of our company culture our reputation and value each team member's contribution.
Wildlands is also proud to be Carbon Neutral and have Toitu Enviromark Diamond Accreditation.
Benefits of working for our team includea flexible and supportive working environment. Competitive salary, plus benefits. Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people, and the opportunity to work with a great team. Opportunity of diverse roles within the company, diverse geographic locations, and prospects to shift around the country.
Rotorua : With glistening lakes, spectacular forests and amazing geothermal wonders, Rotorua is the perfect home for nature lovers. Residents benefit from world-class outdoor activities like boating, swimming, mountain biking, trail running and fishing.
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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