Student Water Quality Monitoring

Description

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about the environment and eager to spend their summer outdoors, making a real difference. Toitū te taiao!

Mō te tangata | About you:

Pursuing or completed a degree in natural, physical, environmental sciences, or related field.
Team player who enjoys working outdoors and is passionate about our taiao environment.
Reasonably fit and ready for action, capable of handling heavy lifting and walking to sites.
Road trip lover? You’ll be driving long distances across the scenic Waikato Region – full drivers licence required.
Confident swimmer, comfortable in and around water.
Detail oriented with high self-motivation.
Commitment to maintaining high health and safety standards.

Mō te tūranga | About the role:

Join our thriving Water Quality Monitoring Team, based in Hamilton and embark on fun field adventures, ki ngā tōpito katoa o te rohe o Waikato – to every point of the Waikato region, from the stunning waters of Coromandel to the majestic Lake Taupō and beyond.

x3 positions available, which involves:

Water quality sampling of rivers, streams, and lakes using our standard operating protocols.
Weekly visits to freshwater and coastal recreational sites for sampling.
Use handheld instruments to measure various water quality parameters in the field.
Calibrate and maintain field equipment regularly.
Enter data using mobile apps and process data quality assured data to our sample management system and databases.
Undertake site maintenance to required safety standards.
Assist our environmental monitoring and science staff with exciting projects, both in the field and office.
Our three fixed term roles will start in November 2026.
Two will end in February 2027 and one in March 2027.

Why join us:

Training and Mentorship: Gain hands-on experience and receive valuable mentorship and training.
Health and Wellbeing: Enjoy our supportive and safe work culture.
Memorable Summer: create unforgettable experiences and memories.
Social and Networking: Join our vibrant social club and build lasting connections.
Environmental Impact: Make a difference to our taiao – environment and hāpori – communities.

Mō te tuku tono | How to apply

Ready to make a splash this summer? Applications will be reviewed as they come in, so don’t wait! – Kaua e tatari! This role closes on Sunday 9 August
For a copy of the role description, please click here.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact human.resources@waikatoregion.govt.nz
To apply for this job, please click ‘apply’ and include your CV & cover letter with your application.
Apply now!