Environmental Scientist Natural Hazards

Taituarā; Invercargill City; On-site; NZD 104,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Environment Southland is inviting applications from an experienced Environmental Scientist specializing in natural hazards. You will manage and contribute to complex studies, mentor colleagues, and assist with mitigation and adaptation strategies.

The role requires strong research, analysis and reporting in natural hazards, with advanced modelling and GIS work across multi-disciplinary teams. A master's degree or PhD in a related field and minimum 3 years' relevant experience are expected, along

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Geology, Environmental Science, Meteorology, Geography, Earth Science, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in natural hazard research, risk assessment, or related fields.
• Expertise with hazard mapping, geospatial analysis (GIS), and scientific modelling.
• Familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools (R, Python, MATLAB).

Responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to complex studies in natural hazards.
• Mentor others and support mitigation and adaptation strategies.
• Provide research, analysis and reporting in the field of natural hazards.
• Apply advanced modelling and analysis working with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Hazard mapping

Geospatial analysis

Scientific modelling

Data analysis

Education

Master's or PhD in Geology/Environmental Science or related field

Tools

R

Python

MATLAB

GIS

Job description

In partnership with our community, Environment Southland (Southland Regional Council) is responsible for the sustainable management of Southland's natural resources - our land, our water, our air and our coast. As a Regional Council we operate across a large geographical region which extends from Stewart Island to Fiordland.

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Environmental Scientist Natural Hazards.

As an expert in the organization, you will be responsible for managing and contributing to complex studies, mentoring others, and assisting with mitigation and adaptation strategies.

You will provide research, analysis and reporting in the field of natural hazards.

You will be expected to apply advanced modelling and analysis to address critical natural hazard challenges, working with cross-disciplinary teams and stakeholders.

If you have a master's degree or Ph.D. in Geology, Environmental Science, Meteorology, Geography, Earth Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field, a minimum 3 years relevant experience in natural hazard research, risk assessment, or related fields, expertise with hazard mapping, geospatial analysis (e.g., GIS)., and scientific modelling, and familiarity with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB) then you may be the person we are looking for.

Your cover letter will be a key part of our assessment process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.

We have a lifestyle that is second to none, with easy access to beaches, rivers, lakes, ski fields, national parks and first-class sports facilities. We pride ourselves on the support we give our team to ensure a good work‑life balance is a priority. And with affordable real estate, short commutes and a great range of schools on offer there is something here for everyone!

An initial offer of remuneration will be made within the range $104,400 - $110,200.