Environmental Scientist - Ecologist

Salary + KiwiSaver + a range of benefits

Are you genuinely passionate about making a difference within the community? Do you pride yourself on bringing your professional expertise to deliver sustainable projects that leave a lasting impression? At Stantec we do just that, we design with community in mind.

Due to exciting growth in the environmental sector, we are looking for an intermediate level Ecologist to join our Community Development team.

About our team

Our Community Development | Whakamana i te taiao team enables sustainable infrastructure that works for our communities. Our team of planners, landscape architects, environmental scientists, stakeholder engagement consultants and engineers plan, design and deliver the infrastructure and places that make our communities great. From ecological investigations and remediation to wastewater treatment and discharge consents to environmental monitoring and wetland assessments, our environmental science work touches on all aspects of people’s lives.

About role

The Ecologist role complement the skills and experience within the Waiora / Living Waters team which comprises of aquatic and terrestrial ecologists, water quality scientists, and wetland experts. This role will primarily focus on aquatic ecology, with terrestrial and water quality work also included.

Our environmental teams provide scientifically robust advice to their clients, based on industry leading knowledge and experience. This role will offer the opportunity to work across disciplines and to build your skill set both locally and internationally.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include

Carry out scientific research and investigations as required in specialist technical areas of environmental science and ecology with a particular emphasis on aquatic ecology (including terrestrial), wetlands and / or water quality.

Assist with field surveys, sample collection and analysis of data as appropriate.

Assist with aquatic surveys and fish rescue projects.

Assist with flora and fauna identification.

Produce timely accurate technical memos and reports, including assessments and summaries of environmental data, which presents information appropriately.

Contribute to projects, including regular liaison with government and private industry clients.

Contribute to proposal and bid development to support business development activities, including preparing proposal material as required.

Provide technical support to the broader environment team, diversifying your skill set, across the Community Development teams.

Potential to expand your knowledge by working across Stantec’s other environmental disciplines and undertake training and development to drive your career progression.

To be successful in this role you’ll need

Tertiary qualifications in Environmental Science, Ecology, or a related discipline.

A minimum of 2+ years professional experience in aquatic ecology, preferably in environmental consulting.

An understanding of industry / environmental interactions.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including highly developed technical reporting skills.

Experience with ecological survey methods and identification of native fish required.

Electric fishing, Stream Ecological Valuation certifications would be advantageous.

Experience with identification of native flora and fauna advantages.

Water Quality / Chemistry and / or consenting experience would be an advantage.

Familiarity with the RMA, NPS and various NES’s highly regarded.

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

An interest in embracing innovation to continually improve the work we do.

Stantec offerings

Along with a competitive salary and vibrant culture, we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

Flexible Working Arrangements – Including changes to patterns of hours worked, work from home opportunities. and provision for school term contracts and part time employment.

Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.

Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning.

A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables.

Career development, with opportunities to expand your knowledge across various ecological disciplines, attend conferences and undertake training.

Professional Memberships.

Income Protection and Life Insurance.

Service Recognition Awards.

Employee Assistance Program.

About us

We’re active members of the communities we serve. That’s why at Stantec, we always design with community in mind .

The Stantec community unites approximately 34,000+ employees working in over 450 locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring water, transport and infrastructure projects to life. Our work as architects, engineers, and consultants from initial project concept and planning through design, construction and commissioning is built on a nearly 200-year history. So, when we take on a project, we see the opportunity to make a lasting connection with the people and places where we live and work.

How to apply

For more information, please contact Margaret McMeel on or or to apply, click the ‘apply’ button and submit your most recent CV outlining your skills meeting the criteria.

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Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering & environmental consulting with 32,000+ employees working in over 450 locations across six continents, with 800+ of these people sitting in Aotearoa. We’ve been serving and empowering clients & communities for over 125 years.

The diverse perspectives of our partners & interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on issues like climate change, digital transformation, & future-proofing our cities & infrastructure to unlock greater potential for change.

We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, & client relationships to advance communities everywhere, together we can redefine what’s possible.

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering & environmental consulting with 32,000+ employees working in over 450 locations across six continents, with 800+ of these people sitting in Aotearoa. We’ve been serving and empowering clients & communities for over 125 years.

The diverse perspectives of our partners & interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on issues like climate change, digital transformation, & future-proofing our cities & infrastructure to unlock greater potential for change.

We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, & client relationships to advance communities everywhere, together we can redefine what’s possible.

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