Senior Ecologist — Lead Projects & Mentorship

WSP Global Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join the Hamilton office as part of our National Ecology team. You will lead ecological assessments, manage projects and support clients across a broad portfolio, including mining and infrastructure work.

We value senior expertise, collaboration across disciplines, and development of junior staff. The role offers opportunities to work with colleagues nationwide and contribute to high-impact environmental outcomes in New Zealand.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification and 5+ years’ professional experience.
• Certified Environmental Practitioner (CEnvP) or working towards it is desirable.
• Strong technical, analytical and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support ecological projects across the full lifecycle, from field surveys to reporting.
• Provide practical, evidence-based ecological advice for diverse projects.
• Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to a high-performing ecology team.
• Collaborate with clients, iwi, regulators and multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to business development and growth of WSP’s ecology capability.

Skills

Project management

Ecology expertise

Stakeholder collaboration

Mentoring junior staff

Education

Ecology degree

Tools

GIS

MS Excel

Job description

WSP Global Inc. is seeking a Senior Ecologist to join the Hamilton office as part of our National Ecology team. You will lead ecological assessments, manage projects and support clients across a broad portfolio, including mining and infrastructure work.

We value senior expertise, collaboration across disciplines, and development of junior staff. The role offers opportunities to work with colleagues nationwide and contribute to high-impact environmental outcomes in New Zealand.