Ecology & Biodiversity Team Lead — Growth & Impact

SLR Consulting New Zealand Limited; Nelson; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SLR Consulting New Zealand Limited is seeking a rare Team Manager in Nelson to lead our Ecology & Biodiversity team across Nelson and Wellington. You will inspire and coach senior staff, drive business development and ensure high-quality, timely project delivery for a growing client base.

You will lead technical excellence, manage commercial risk, and nurture client relationships while promoting safety and professional growth within the team.

Qualifications

• A degree in Ecology, Marine Science or a related field.
• 12-15+ years consulting in Ecology or Marine Science; expert technical ability in marine ecology.
• Experience leading and winning projects.
• Strong network or client base to bring in new work.
• Experience preparing impact and environmental risk assessments.
• Knowledge of NZ environmental legislation and guidelines.
• Strong health and safety focus, especially in fieldwork.
• Ability to build long-lasting, trusted relationships.
• Consistently achieves targets and supports professional development.
• NZ citizenship or rights to work in NZ.
• Excellent driving history and a current license.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead 13 direct reports across Nelson and Wellington Ecology & Biodiversity team.
• Provide technical leadership, training and coaching to the local team.
• Lead the delivery of projects to time and budget.
• Identify and engage with new and emerging clients to promote SLR Ecology & Marine services.
• Grow and develop the Ecology & Marine Practice aligned with SLR’s purpose and values.
• Inspire and motivate peers and staff to achieve financial and strategic goals.
• Approve expense claims and timesheets, ensuring good timesheet behaviours.
• Manage SLR’s commercial risk through review of project work and maintaining standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Business development

Client network

Team coaching

Education

Ecology or Marine Sci degree

Job description

SLR Consulting New Zealand Limited is seeking a rare Team Manager in Nelson to lead our Ecology & Biodiversity team across Nelson and Wellington. You will inspire and coach senior staff, drive business development and ensure high-quality, timely project delivery for a growing client base.

You will lead technical excellence, manage commercial risk, and nurture client relationships while promoting safety and professional growth within the team.