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Job Location drjobs

Stratford, TX - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 68548 - 80645

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Introduction

M mtou About us

Our people love working here because we are an enthusiastic team with a diverse range of skills and experience who are all rowing in the same direction. We are all passionate about making a positive difference for our community both now and for our future generations. What drives us is making Taranaki the best place in Aotearoa New Zealand to live play and do business!

Our main office is based right in the centre of the region right under our maunga (mountain) in Stratford. Living and working here means you have all the big city benefits along with a rural lifestyle and quick access to the sea and breathtaking country.

Whakatakanga & Whanonga pono Mission & Values

Our mission is to work for a thriving Taranaki by promoting the sustainable use development and protection of our natural and physical resources and advocating for the regions best interests.

We are committed to providing a service first approach to the public and regional community and in doing so aim to continue to better the quality of our performance while working safely sustaining effective communication and teamwork having the initiative and right to make mistakes holding accountability for improvement being results-driven and holding high job satisfaction.

Watch the video to find out more about Taranaki Regional Councils kaupapa culture and the impact of our mahi.



Description

M te tnga About the role

The Technical Officer - Biodiversity is responsible for the delivery of biodiversity field monitoring activities and data management. This includes working collaboratively and cohesively within the Biodiversity team providing technical assistance to the Ecologists Biodiversity Officers and Biodiversity Team Lead.

The role encompasses engagement with landowners iwi/hapu and a range of internal and external stakeholders to drive improved environmental outcomes.

This position is fixed term for a period of two years (until August 2027) to cover a secondment.

Further details on the role can be found below on the Position Description link or for any other questions please contact our People and Wellness team on

And Experiences

Mu About you

We like to set our people up for success so youll also be a leading applicant if you have:

A tertiary qualification in ecology environmental science or similar
Experience in field data collection ecological monitoring techniques data analysis and technical report writing
Experience working in the field in and around wetlands and coastal environments and in remote locations
Working knowledge of ecological monitoring techniques data analysis and technical report writing
Working knowledge of NZ ecosystem function and indigenous flora and fauna
Experience with building and maintaining effective relationships preferably in gaining the cooperation of a wide range of stakeholders
Working knowledge of digital technology including geographic information systems (GIS)

Whats on offer

Taranaki Regional Council is a fantastic place to work! Here are just a few of the great things on offer:

Five weeks one day annual leave entitlement
Active social club
Onsite Gym
Flexible working options
Free car parking
Training opportunities within each role

However the best part is working alongside fantastic people who are truly dedicated to the Taranaki region.

The starting remuneration range for this role is $68548 - $80645 per annum (including KiwiSaver).

Interested Heres how to apply

Click on the apply button fill out your application form and add your CV and cover letter.

Dont meet every single requirement Taranaki Regional Council is dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace based on different experiences world views and a desire to learn. So if youre excited about this role but dont meet the criteria perfectly we encourage you to reach out anyway. You might be just who were looking for.

Applications close 10 August 2025 however we reserve the right to close this vacancy when we have received sufficient suitable applications. Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.




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