Hugo Bruce

Master of Science graduate in Conservation Biology with a foundation of knowledge in conservation ecology, ecological restoration, and pest management. Experienced in community-based environmental projects and resource recovery operations. Eager to contribute to impactful environmental and conservation initiatives while collaborating both independently and within teams.

Wellington

Year experience

Skills

Work Experience

Try Taiao Team Member

Conservation Volunteers New ZealandWellington

Jul 2026

Serviced and maintained LOLA, DOC200’s & PelGar Bait Stations
Performed restoration planting and restoration maintenance
Pest plant control - Experience controlling environmental weeds including - wilding pines, blackberry, gorse, old man's beard, tradescantia, Japanese honeysuckle, boneseed, inkweed
Worked in an array of terrains and weather conditions
Track maintenance and upkeep

Resource recovery officer

Wellington Recycle Centre and tipshop

Sep 2025 — Present

Oversaw waste diversion operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and exceptional customer service
Coordinated and managed diverse materials to enhance recycling and reselling efficiency
Supported customers while representing the Council and enforcing safety protocols

Salesperson and early hours baker

P. Dounts

Nov 2022 — Jul 2023

Baked donuts and executed dishwashing processes, ensuring rigorous quality control standards
Coordinated and delivered products efficiently while balancing multiple tasks seamlessly
Engaged customers at markets with persuasive salesmanship and great customer service

Local gardening work

Residential

Feb 2023 — Present

Performing yard work including weeding, planting, gutter clearing, lawn mowing
Supporting local community with invasive plant clearing and general yard maintenance
Handle handyman jobs such as painting and bricklaying

Labourer for builder (casual)

Jun 2023 — Jul 2024

Contributed to renovation and repair projects for residential buildings.

Skills

Research and analysis skillsNative plant identificationPower tool operationBasic carpentryCustomer serviceBasic First Aid certifiedFull Driver's licenseResearch and analysis skillsConservation/ecology/sustainability theoryMicrosoft Office suite 365 skillsBasic First Aid Qualified 2025pest plant identifcation

Education

Master of Science, Conservation Biology

Victoria University of Wellington Te Herenga Waka

Feb 2024 — Feb 2025

Bachelor of Science, Ecology and Biodiversity + Environmental studies

Victoria University of Wellington Te Herenga Waka

Feb 2021 — Nov 2024

Volunteer work

Conservation Volunteers NZ

Wellington

2026

Assisting in pest-plant control events across Wellington region

Paekawakawa reserve working bees

Island Bay

2025

assisting forest restoration project

Zealandia Weekend Rangers Assistants

2025 June 14th

helping rangers with sanctuary upkeep

Conservation help - DOC & council

Coromandel

2016-2020

planting native trees & pest monitoring

References available upon request.