Environmental Scientist

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He korero mo matou | About Watercare

Ki te ora te wai, ka ora te whenua, ka ora te tangata

When the water is healthy, the land and the people are healthy

Now is an exciting time to join Watercare, we're planning to spend $14 billion over the next 10 years to ensure we can continue to support our growing city in a climate-resilient way.

When you average that out, that's an investment of $3.8 million every day!

He whakamarama mo te turanga mahi | About the role

We're looking for an Environmental Scientist to join our Environmental Care team within Operations.

In this role, you'll help manage Watercare's environmental compliance commitments and contribute your scientific expertise to protect and enhance the environments in which we operate.

Key Responsibilities Include

Managing resource consent compliance for dams, treatment plants, and network assets.

Coordinating environmental monitoring programmes and producing regulatory reports.

Investigating and resolving non-compliances, including developing practical mitigation measures.

Supporting environmental incident response and ensuring timely reporting.

Providing scientific advice across the business to improve environmental performance.

Contributing to environmental data management, trend analysis, and ISO

• quality systems.

Supporting environmental enhancement and improvement initiatives across Watercare.

About you

We're looking for someone who is analytical, collaborative, and passionate about environmental science.

The Successful Candidate Will Also Bring

A Bachelor (Honours) degree or higher in Environmental Science or a related discipline.

At least three years' experience in environmental science or management.

Strong organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.

Confidence communicating with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

The ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with environmental data analysis.

Other Desirable Experience Includes

Experience within the water or wastewater industry and compliance.

Familiarity with ISO

Nga hua mou | What's in it for you

Training and development opportunities

Life and income protection insurance plans

Generous parental leave

Employee discounts at a range of large retailers

Me pehea te tono mai | How to Apply

Come and join our team!

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity with a fantastic team then please apply online today - careers.watercare.co.nz.

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