Technical Officer (Biodiversity) – Taranaki Regional Council – Stratford

Conservation Job Board; Stratford; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Conservation Job Board is looking for a Technical Officer – Biodiversity to manage and deliver biodiversity monitoring and data management activities. The role requires collaboration within a specialized team and engagement with various stakeholders to enhance environmental outcomes. Candidates should have a tertiary qualification in ecology or environmental science, along with experience in field data collection and ecological monitoring. The position offers a salary range between CAD 68,548 and CAD 80,645, plus benefits such as flexible working options and training opportunities.

Benefits

Five weeks + one day annual leave entitlement

Active social club

Onsite Gym

Flexible working options

Free car parking

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in field data collection, ecological monitoring techniques.
• Working knowledge of ecological monitoring techniques and technical report writing.
• Experience working in wetlands and coastal environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver biodiversity field monitoring activities and data management.
• Engage with landowners and stakeholders to drive improved environmental outcomes.

Skills

Field data collection

Ecological monitoring techniques

Data analysis

Technical report writing

Relationship building with stakeholders

Geographic information systems (GIS)

Education

Tertiary qualification in ecology or environmental science

Job description

Mō mātou | 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 region’s 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 Council’s kaupapa, culture and the impact of our mahi.

Job Description

Mō te tūnga | 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 [e-mail].

https://www.trc.govt.nz/assets/Careers/Job-Description-Technical-Officer-Biodiversity.pdf

Desired Skills and Experience

Mōu | About you

• We like to set our people up for success so you’ll 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).

What’s 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 $68,548 – $80,645 per annum (including KiwiSaver).

Interested? Here’s how to apply

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

Don’t 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 you’re excited about this role, but don’t meet the criteria perfectly, we encourage you to reach out anyway. You might be just who we’re looking for.

Applications close Sunday, 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.