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If you know even a little about EcoMatters, you’ll know that we’re all about doing good mahi (work) for the environment. We’re a community focused charitable trust and find that, while our whānau (family) has a lot in common, we’re all individuals with a colourful range of interests too. There is space here for those who love plants and want to work or volunteer in the nursery to those who want to make an impact in zero waste and everything in between. 

Would you like to join our growing hapori (community) of change-makers? Check our current vacancies or express your interest on our volunteer page.

Job vacancies

Healthy Homes Assessor/Administrator

We are looking for a Healthy Homes Assessor/Administrator to join our Homes Team. In this role, you will perform solo in-home visits to support people to improve the energy efficiency of their home. In addition, you will be hosting workshops to educate people about dry, warm and healthy homes.

  • Be part of an exceptional Auckland not-for-profit
  • Great team and awesome mission
  • Part-time role, 20-26 hours per week (exact hours to be negotiated) 
  • Flexible hours and workdays (exact workdays to be negotiated) 
  • Hybrid role, combining house visits across Tāmaki Makaurau, office hours in Henderson and working remote

About the role

In this role, you will perform solo in-home visits to support people to improve the energy efficiency of their home. In addition, you will be hosting workshops to educate people about dry, warm and healthy homes.

The role is fast-paced and requires a warm and friendly, yet professional manner. Your amazing interpersonal skills, energy and enthusiasm will ensure you can work with a wide range of people, while staying on top of various administrative tasks. 

See the position description here.

What you’ll need 

  • Practical skills and the ability to work with basic tools
  • Confidence when speaking to customers, either face-to-face or on the phone
  • The ability to work effectively with initiative, timeliness and accuracy
  • Strong administration skills and excellent Microsoft Office Suite skills
  • Personal integrity and an understanding of the importance of privacy and confidentiality.
  • A willingness to pitch in, as and where needed, adapting to the situation
  • A full clean drivers license – a vehicle is provided for in-home visits as our work covers the whole of Auckland

How to apply

Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

The closing date for applications is 23 July 2025. Interviews will be held 5-7 August.

Nursery Manager (Fixed Term 12 months)

Are you passionate about native plants, eco-sourcing, and sustainability? Do you enjoy leading others and creating a positive, hands-on environment? Join our friendly, committed team and help us grow a greener future for Aotearoa!

EcoMatters Environment Trust is looking for a Nursery Manager to join our Nature Team. In this role, you will manage our native plant nursery which serves the West Auckland community in stream restoration, community projects/events, and plants for sale at our EcoMatters store in New Lynn. The role will be undertaken with consideration and respect to tikanga Māori / Te Ao Māori.

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Nursery Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our native plant nurseries. This is a part-time role offering 18 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. You’ll be a key part of a purpose-driven, not-for-profit organisation based in New Lynn, Tāmaki Makaurau.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing plant production and nursery maintenance
  • Leading volunteer sessions with enthusiasm and care
  • Coordinating activities around the lunar cycle and seasonal rhythms
  • Ensuring safe, ethical, and sustainable nursery practices
  • Working collaboratively to support our environmental mission

See the position description here.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

We are looking for someone who will:

  • A strong affinity for native plants and commitment to eco-sourcing
  • Practical experience in plant nursery operations
  • Confidence in leading and motivating volunteers
  • Flexibility, creativity, and a solutions-focused mindset
  • Professionalism and alignment with ethical best practices
  • A genuine commitment to upholding the organisation’s vision, mission and purpose.
  • A genuine commitment to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, in line with the organisation’s commitment to this

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to help nurture the whenua and the people?
Please send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]. Applications without a cover letter may not be considered.

The closing date for applications is 2 July 2025, however we will be considering applications as they come in, so do not delay.

Community Engagement Advisors – Rubbish Collection Changes, Rodney, Franklin and Papakura

EcoMatters is looking for Community Engagement Advisors to provide face-to-face advice and educate local communities about changes to how their Auckland Council rubbish collection is paid for (known as rubbish standardisation changes).

We are currently looking for people to work in the Rodney area and people to work in the Franklin and Papakura areas. There are options for work in more specific areas in both these locations.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

You’ll be great in this role if you are:

  • are someone with an interest in helping Aucklanders to get it right on bin day
  • enjoy talking to others and working as part of a team (extroverts will love it!)
  • are respectful of other people’s views, and the diverse cultures of Tāmaki Makaurau
  • have a high level of professionalism, organisation and empathy.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

  • to be available for afternoon or early evening work, with potential for the occasional weekend
  • to have the ability to get to and from your shifts on time, and a full, clean NZ driver’s licence
  • a working smartphone to be able to complete rosters, timesheets and check and reply to emails
  • a high level of spoken English, with a second language also desirable
  • a good level of fitness, for walking and working outside.

You’ll be employed on a casual employment agreement with EcoMatters and paid fortnightly. Full training, a branded t-shirt and engagement resources will be provided. $28 per hour, plus 8% holiday pay. We will also pay you for up to one hour of travel per shift and reimburse your mileage.

HOW TO APPLY

We’re recruiting people on an ongoing basis and assessing applications as they come in, so please don’t delay.

Read the full position description here.

To register your interest for work in the Rodney area, use this form.

To register your interest for work in the Franklin or Papakura areas, use this form.

Bike Hub Coordinators/Assistants

We are always looking to add to our network of experienced or passionate bike mechanics to join us as across our Bike Hub network. Right now we have specific vacancies for these locations and times:

Bike Hub Assistant at Pakuranga: Thursday to Sunday 9:50am – 2:20pm

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Experienced or passionate bike mechanics, who’d love to work in their communities, helping people discover or rediscover how fun it is to get on a bike. You must have knowledge of basic bike maintenance skills.

Candidates will be able to commit to working during their local Bike Hub’s usual opening hours  You may be available all or some of the days we are open, or be flexible to pick up shifts as needed. Our sites are generally open Thursday through to Sunday from 10am to 2pm.  

About the Role

The Bike Hubs offer visitors:

  • free help and advice for bike maintenance and basic repairs – this is all about working alongside our visitors to teach them these skills
  • used bikes for sale – these bikes are donated, repaired and safety checked, then sold at an affordable price to help fund our services
  • new and used bike parts and accessories for sale
  • maps, route guidance, safe cycling advice and connections into other organisations and local businesses that can help with cycling advice and support.

HOw to apply

Please email your cover letter and CV to [email protected] and we will be in touch. We are always considering new applications, so please reach out to discuss.

We don’t have job vacancies at the moment, but if you would like to work with us here at EcoMatters we recommend checking this page regularly – you never know what’s around the corner! Or sign up to our newsletter to stay up to date with all our news and events, including job vacancies.

If you think volunteering might just be your gig and you have some time to offer, find out more at Volunteer.

Internships

Are you a student looking to grow your experience and understanding of sustainable practices and initiatives in the community? Then we’d love to hear from you.

We take in interns all year round and we suggest you express your interest well ahead of coming aboard so there’s a much greater chance of giving you a placement. Simply email [email protected] and we’ll be in touch. 

An inspiring intern experience

Emma was an intern with us in late 2021. She worked with our Nature team and here’s what she had to say about her experience.

“The team at EcoMatters are all so passionate about the mahi they do. I have been fortunate enough to spend the last 3 months working with Hope Teaching Garden and the Nature team.

I have been able to apply key theories from my Environmental Science degree and finally get some hands-on, real-life experience out in the field. It has given me a clearer idea of this industry and how we as humans can help to navigate complex environmental issues by working with, not against nature.

For anyone who would like to spend their time learning from fun, knowledgeable and passionate people, I would definitely recommend doing the internship program at EcoMatters.”

Board of Trustees – Volunteer Role

Contribute to a healthier environment and more connected community

Are you engaged and empathetic, with your finger on the pulse of sustainable stewardship? The EcoMatters Board would like to hear from potential new trustees to help further the organisation’s aims of connecting people and place and nurturing kaitiakitanga.

How our trustees support our organisation:

  • providing governance oversight of EcoMatters operations and financial management
  • building influence across the environmental stewardship ecosystem
  • setting strategic direction and priorities
  • providing leadership, empathy and connections
  • bringing creativity, critical thinking and an innovative approach to environmental and social responsibility.

Responsibilities include:

  • representing EcoMatters to stakeholders and acting as an ambassador for the organisation
  • leveraging strategic relationships with funders, partners, and other stakeholders to add value to the organisation and support the achievement of its vision, mission and purpose
  • contributing to and modeling a culture of learning and development
  • reviewing the agenda and supporting materials prior to board and committee meetings.

The board is committed to driving a culture that values diverse thinking and inclusion. We particularly encourage applications from a broad range of ethnicities, younger members of the community, and individuals with a disability. All applicants welcome, and prior board experience is not a prerequisite.

Board terms
Location: Auckland
Remuneration: This is a voluntary position, however an honorarium will be paid to cover board related costs such as meeting expenses and board development training.
Time commitment: Between two to four hours per month

Express your interest
Please send your CV and cover letter outlining relevant experience to [email protected]
We are keen to hear from applicants at any time.