Our work is about working with our community to care for our region's incredible environment and many communities, matching our skills and resources with the vision and aspirations of our people. As part of our Land Sustainability team, you will be part of the team helping us to shape and deliver our future regional river restoration programme.

We are seeking someone who enjoys building close working relationships especially with our rural community. Southland farmers look to us for advice on how they can reduce their environmental footprint and meet the challenges presented by new regulations. Our community groups and schools are an important avenue for sharing information and for receiving feedback on the work our organisation is doing. Kanohi ki te kanohi is our preferred style of working as we believe face to face interactions are integral to the work we deliver.

We'd like to welcome you to our team if you are a practical self-motivated person, with a tertiary qualification and one to three years of experience working with farm systems, strong communications skills and an understanding of land management (e.g. soil health, nutrient and riparian management) and resource management regulations.

Developing and promoting of good management practices for sustainable land management, with an emphasis on a community presence will be part of your role. And you'll support other teams at Council share information with our community.

We have a lifestyle that is second to none, with easy access to beaches, rivers, lakes, ski fields, national parks and first class sports facilities. We pride ourselves on the support we give our team to ensure a good work‑life balance is a priority. With affordable real estate, short commutes and a great range of schools on offer, there is something for everyone!

An initial offer of remuneration will be made within the range $88,290 - $93,195.

How to apply

To download the PD, and apply for this job go to: https://environmentsouthland.recruitmenthub.co.nz/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6895538.

Please ensure you submit a CV along with a cover letter which will be a key part of our assessment process, so be sure to highlight how your experience relates to the key skills required for this role.

Applications close: 7 June 2026

Working at Environment Southland requires all of our staff to uphold the council's Te Tiriti o Waitangi responsibilities as part of their day-to-day role. This might be through the appropriate delivery of functions through various legislation where Te Tiriti o Waitangi or partnering with mana whenua is required or upholding the commitments that our elected councillors have made to Ngāi Tahu ki Murihiku through the Charter of Understanding.