Te Whakapakari Tahi I Tō tātau Taiao – Enhancing our environment together.
Our vision is a healthy environment and a resilient and prosperous community.


About The opportunity | Ko te āheinga:
We are looking for a Scientist – Marine and Coast to join the Environmental Science team. This team provides the scientific expertise which support the goals and objectives of Hawke’s Bay Regional Council’s Annual and Long-Term Plan, and technical support to help safeguard our marine environment for future generations.
Working in a dynamic team environment, this role is varied and motivating. The role would suit a marine scientist who is keen to apply their skills to deliver the information needed to make good decisions for our marine and coastal area.

About you | E pā ana ki a koe:
You will be passionate about our marine environment and looking to join a forward thinking, high delivering team.
The successful candidate will have a relevant tertiary qualification, experience in delivering science projects to meet the needs of diverse audiences and excellent analytical, report writing and project management skills. As part of a small team with high expectations, you will need to be highly engaged, have excellent people skills and an ability to service multiple work streams across Council.
Ideally you will also have:

• Post-graduate degree in marine science.
• Understanding of estuary processes, stressors, and monitoring approaches.
• Knowledge of stormwater discharge impacts and water chemistry.
• Full NZ drivers licence.
• Understanding of the Resource Management Act and New Zealand Coastal Policy Statement.
• Demonstrated ability in scientific investigations, analyses, reporting and information delivery.

Experience within resource management is preferred and delivering excellent science in an engaging and clear way is essential.

What we offer | Nga huanga mōu:
The salary for this role will vary based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
Other benefits of working for our team include:

• Flexible working options to support work/life balance
• 5 weeks annual leave after 3 years
• 4% superannuation after 3 years
• Life insurance and income protection
• Subsidised eye tests and lenses, flu vaccinations, and other well-being initiatives
• Strong commitment to developing and upskilling people within a supportive working environment.

See a full list of our staff benefits here

As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. We recognise that collaborative and innovative organisations depend on having a workforce made up from a diverse range of perspectives and experiences. We're all about excellence, and we encourage open communication – if you need any specific support, just let us know! Our main goal is to empower each person to share their unique talents to contribute to the outcomes for our community. This commitment ensures that our workplace is a dynamic and progressive space where everyone can flourish.

How to apply | I pēhea ki te whakauru:
Applications close 15 December but we may close earlier if the right candidate is found, so apply now!
View the full job description here.
Please apply through Seek. If you would like any further information regarding the role, please email recruitment@hbrc.govt.nz

About us | E pā ki a mātou:
At Hawke’s Bay Regional Council our purpose is to work with our community to protect and manage the region’s precious taonga of rivers, lakes, soils, air, coast and biodiversity for health, wellbeing and connectivity. Our organisation is diverse and our work is varied. Our structure comprises of six key business units; Corporate Services, Integrated Catchment Management, Asset Management, Māori Partnerships, Policy & Regulation, and the Executive Advisory Group which also consists of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management.

We focus on prioritising:
Te kounga o te wai, te haumarutanga me te mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi o te whakamarutanga | Water quality, safety and climate-resilient security.
Kia koi, kia toitū hoki te whakamahinga o te whenua | Climate-smart and sustainable land use.
Kia ora, kia āhei, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki te rerenga rauropi | Healthy, functioning and climate-resilient biodiversity.
Kia toitū, kia mārohirohi ā-āhuarangi hoki ngā ratonga me ngā hanganga ā-whare | Sustainable and climate-resilient services and infrastructure.
15 November 2024