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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

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.

Stream Assistant

We’re looking for a practical, community-minded Assistant Stream Ranger to join our Nature Team. This role supports the Stream Ranger and the Principal: Restoration, Community and Iwi Relationships in a variety of activities, from stream restoration and flood resilience education to community engagement and event delivery.

You’ll help empower Aucklanders to protect and restore their local awa through hands-on action, education, and kaitiakitanga.

This is a fixed-term position until the end of June 2026, working up to 25 hours per week, with days and hours to be agreed upon. Occasional weekend and evening work will be required. The role is based in New Lynn and at various field sites across Tāmaki Makaurau.

About the role

Your mahi will include:

  • Assisting with stream restoration and community events, including preparation, set-up, and pack-down.
  • Supporting volunteers and ensuring everyone is safe and engaged at the streamside.
  • Helping carry out stream quality testing as a community engagement tool.
  • Contributing to flood resilience and environmental education activities.
  • Completing basic administrative tasks and data collection to support project delivery.
  • Working collaboratively with internal staff and external partners, including Auckland Council, community groups, and landowners.

How to apply

Please send your cover letter, including where you saw this job advertised, and your CV to [email protected] ASAP. We will be considering applications as they come in, so don’t delay.

Store and Sustainability Supervisor

We’re looking for an organised, sustainability-minded Store and Sustainability Supervisor to join our EcoMatters Store team in a part-time, permanent role based at Olympic Place in New Lynn. The role is up to 21 hours per week, worked Wednesday to Saturday (or up to 16.5 hours Wednesday to Friday) with some flexibility on start/finish times.

This hands-on role combines customer service, store supervision, and sustainability operations across both our physical store and online platform. You’ll help deliver a positive, zero-waste shopping experience that supports community wellbeing.

We’re after someone with retail and team supervision experience, strong digital skills, and a genuine passion for sustainability. You’ll be proactive, organised, and confident building relationships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this role, you will:

  • Provide exceptional customer service and build lasting relationships
  • Manage stock selection, supplier coordination, and merchandising
  • Handle online orders and enquiries
  • Oversee recycling drop-offs, refillery operations, and library
  • Supervise Store Assistants, casuals, and volunteers
  • Ensure store safety, security, and smooth daily operations
  • General housekeeping tasks in the EcoHub 

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone with:

  • 2–3 years of retail experience
  • Experience supervising staff or volunteers
  • Strong communication and digital skills (POS, Shopify, spreadsheets)
  • A commitment to sustainability and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
  • Experience in community or not-for-profit settings (preferred)

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your cover letter, including where you saw this job advertised, and your CV to [email protected] by 5 November 2025. We will be considering applications as they come in, so don’t delay.

Bike Hub Assistants (casual support)

We are always looking to add to our network of experienced or passionate bike mechanics to join us across our Bike Hub network. Right now we are looking for casual support across Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland. 

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 will 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.

You’ll be working alongside a site coordinator who is responsible for running the site, and we often have great volunteers as well.

HOw to apply

Please email your cover letter and CV to [email protected] and we will be in touch. This is an ongoing recruitment, if you are interested – apply as soon as possible.

Bike Hub Assistants (permanent and casual roles)

We are looking to add to our network of experienced or passionate bike mechanics to join us across our Bike Hub network. Right now we are looking for permanent Bike Hub Assistants for the following locations and times:

Queens Wharf, Thursday-Sunday, 9:50 am – 2:15 pm

Pakuranga, Thursday-Sunday, 9:50 am – 2:15 pm

We are also on the lookout for casual support across Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland. Candidates will be able to commit to working during their local Bike Hub’s usual opening hours. You will be flexible to pick up shifts as needed.

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. Preference will be given to those with existing basic bike maintenance skills, however some limited training is also available. Preference will be given to candidates who can show they are reasonably confident with a basic level of skills. We also would love for you to be a local resident with connections in your community.

Candidates will be able to commit to working during their local Bike Hub’s usual opening hours. You will be offered permanent employment.

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.

You’ll be working alongside a site coordinator who is responsible for running the site, and we often have great volunteers as well.

Type of employment: permanent

Pay rate:  $27 per hour

Location: Queens Wharf or Pakuranga Bike Hub

Read the full position description here.

HOw to apply

Please email your cover letter and CV to [email protected] and we will be in touch. If you are interested – apply as soon as possible. Please specify which Bike Hub you would prefer in your cover letter.

If you are after casual employment – please reach out as well!

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.