Surface Geosciences Manager

GNS Science is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading authority on earth science, energy, and natural hazards and risk research. We generate scientific knowledge and innovation that enables people to thrive on a changing and challenging planet. Our geoscience and materials science expertise unlocks better economic, environmental, and social outcomes for local and global partners, customers, and communities.

We enable science-backed decision making about the things that matter most. Protecting people and economies from the shock of destructive natural hazard events. Harnessing natural resources for a sustainable energy future. Keeping property and infrastructure safe and resilient in the face of geohazard events and the intensifying effects of a changing climate.

GNS Science has a 150+ year history in geoscience research and consultancy. Today, we build on this legacy, sharing critical knowledge, innovative products, and essential services for a cleaner, safer, and more prosperous future.

The role

The Surface Geosciences Department comprises world-leading scientists and technicians who have expertise in palaeontology, geological mapping, stratigraphy, climate change and sea level rise, hydrogeology, environmental chemistry, landscape evolution and Antarctic geology. 

This senior leadership role places you as a pivotal member of the Science and Commercial Leadership Team, who collaboratively manage an ambitious work programme and together ensure the timely delivery of high-quality research and commercial projects. You will be responsible for the performance of programmes, projects, and budgets and play an important role in achieving organisational outcomes through GNS Science’s four research themes. You will also be responsible for all aspects of people leadership for the department.

About you

You are an experienced senior leader with a technical scientific background and at least 15 years’ experience in a science or related field. Your strong leadership skills enable you to inspire teams, manage change, and deliver results in a collaborative setting.

You bring well-developed knowledge of earth sciences and a deep understanding of New Zealand’s science and technology sector. Your ability to manage complex projects, drive innovation, and develop relationships with diverse stakeholders will set you apart.

With a postgraduate qualification in a relevant scientific discipline, you possess the critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills needed to thrive in this role.

If you are a forward-thinking, collaborative leader ready to drive scientific innovation and excellence, we invite you to join GNS Science and make a lasting impact.

Why work for GNS Science?

Our work helps New Zealanders understand and address climate change, find and use greener energy and better manage the impacts of natural disasters on their homes and communities.

People come from all over the world to work for GNS Science. We foster a positive, collaborative culture, we invest in our people and provide a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace.

This is a permanent, full time (38 hours per week) role. This role would preferably be based at our campus in Avalon, Lower Hutt, but we will also consider candidates who wish to be based at our Wairakei campus in Taupō. Given our current changing environment we are also open to contractor options.

Want to know more?

View the full position description for this role here - https://www.gns.cri.nz/careers/.  Please contact [email protected] with any questions or queries.

Applications close:  11.55 pm on Wednesday, 9 April 2025