About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Ecologist to join our team. This position is a rare opportunity for someone with significant experience and understanding of Terrestrial Ecology to take up this Auckland-based leadership role; leading and growing our firm’s ecological services offering and working amongst a national team.
- Expand PDP’s offerings in Ecological services through strong relationship management and business development;
- Provide leadership in developing and implementing the Ecology team’s approach to the market and further build and lead a high-calibre team of Environmental Scientists;
- Manage ecology projects by co-ordinating team members and subcontractors, liaising with regulators, clients, and stakeholders, and controlling budgets and invoicing;
- Work collaboratively with the wider Water Resources team in all PDP offices around NZ;
- A key leadership position within the company where you will have influence over the direction of the business and have the potential for shareholding.
What You’ll Bring
- Strong knowledge and experience in ecology, wetlands, field investigation procedures and national legislation/regulations;
- Recognised contributor to the ecology services market;
- Statistical analysis experience;
- Degree, preferably a Masters or Post-Graduate level in Ecological Sciences from a well-recognised university;
- Recognised ecological accreditation (CEnvP) or demonstration of being interested or able to obtain general or specialist accreditation;
- Strong business development skills including preparation of competitive proposals;
- Proven leadership skills; a collegiate, team-player attitude;
- Good technical report writing, data analysis and management skills;
- Ability to work in multi-disciplinary projects, integrating with scientists, engineers, ecologists, and others;
- Creative thinking to find innovative and sound solutions for our clients.
What We Offer
At PDP, we believe a great company is built by great people. We’re dedicated to providing a fun and supportive environment for all employees, including:
- A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, income protection, salary top up for parental leave and the ability to purchase extra annual leave.
- Flexible/hybrid working culture, facilitating a healthy work-life balance.
- Professional development opportunities, including support for ongoing training and education, and fully subsidised membership fees.
- Opportunity to lead significant, high-profile, and complex projects that have a positive impact on the environment and communities.
- A vibrant environment, committed to fostering a workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion.