Environmental Technician

At the Otago Regional Council

(ORC), our mission is protecting, connecting and enhancing Otago's environment,

now and for the future - Mou, moku, mo tatou, For you, for me, for us. To be

sure we can deliver on our responsibilities, we are evolving as an organisation,

and we're not overstating when we say we have some really big targets to reach.

We need the right people, in the right roles, to help us to get there.

We think Otago's a pretty special

place. It covers a vast area - the third largest local government region in New

Zealand. Those who call Otago home enjoy access to mountains, coastal lowlands,

dramatic rivers, and wild beaches. Our environment here is part of who we are,

and at ORC, we work each day to look after it.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an

Environmental Technician to join our Environmental Monitoring team on a

fixed-term, 18-month, full-time basis (37.5 hours per week). The role will sit

within our Central Otago team and can be based in either Alexandra or

Queenstown. We would also consider basing the role in Wanaka for a candidate

with a high level of relevant experience and technical expertise. We welcome applicants

of all skill levels, both entry level and senior experience for this role.

The purpose of this position is to conduct

field measurements, field maintenance of the monitoring infrastructure, advise

on environmental data sampling, as well as the validation and archiving of key

environmental parameters. The

information is used to inform the public and key stakeholders about the state

of the environment in Otago and to enable the Council to make informed

decisions. The key

monitoring areas for this role are surface water quality and quantity.

As an Environmental Technician, you

• will be responsible for:
• Collecting, validating, and archiving
• environmental and survey data
• Providing technical advice on surface water
• quality and quantity monitoring to the group and other departments in ORC
• Following procedures and standards to ensure
• best practice
• Reviewing data to ensure compliance

If you enjoy working outdoors and

working in a supportive team, then this is the role for you!

About You

Our ideal candidate will have

A tertiary degree in Environmental Sciences,

Geography/Geology, Biology, Biology/Chemistry related fields or equivalent

level of knowledge

Current full NZ Drivers Licence

5+ years' experience in a similar position

Experience in time-series data processing

techniques and construction of data collection platforms including telemetry

systems

Knowledge of monitoring parameters and sampling

techniques for surface water quality and quantity

A full job description can be found here - 2026 Environmental Technician Position Description (1).docx

What we offer

We recognise and celebrate

diversity within Team ORC and are committed to providing a work environment

that supports inclusion and equal opportunities. We actively encourage

applications from anyone who will live our values of MANA- We influence with

respect and integrity, TIKA- We do the right thing and do things right and

AROHA- We show that that we care.

To support our diverse and

capable team, we're pleased to offer enhanced benefits such as:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Life Insurance
• 5 weeks annual leave
• Superannuation
• An annual wellbeing programme
• Competitive remuneration packages
• Development opportunities
• How to Apply
• If you meet the above criteria,
• we welcome your application, including your CV and cover letter outlining why
• you are the person for this role via the Apply button.

Please note. We don't always work

to fixed closing dates and may start considering and interviewing candidates as

their applications are received, so we encourage you to apply early.

At ORC, we value diversity, and

the different strengths people bring. We can provide flexible recruitment

options such as virtual interviews, online kōrero, or whānau-inclusive

interviews. If you would like to have whānau support with you during your

interview, just let us know—we welcome it!

Learn more about who we are —

join our online whānau! Follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook to see

what life at ORC is like.

All candidates require the right

to work in New Zealand.

*Applications close: Tuesday 13

October 2026*

For further information, please

contact [email protected]