Environmental Scientist - Ecologist

Overview

Environmental Scientist - Ecologist - ( J6 )

Wellington (other locations considered)

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 complements the skills and experience within the Waiora / Living Waters team which comprises 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

• Carry out scientific research and investigations 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 knowledge by working across Stantec’s other environmental disciplines and undertake training and development to drive career progression.

Stantec offerings

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

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.

Applications close Sunday 5 October 2025

Qualifications

About you

To be successful in this role you’ll need

Primary Location : New Zealand-Wellington-Wellington

Other Locations : New Zealand-Canterbury-Christchurch, New Zealand-Auckland-Auckland

Organization : BC-3100 CommDev-NZ New Zealand

Employee Status : Regular

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Travel : No

Schedule : Full-time

Job Posting : Sep 18, 2025, 8 : 47 : 32 PM

Req ID : J6

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